Packaging and shipping excellent.  Statue exceeded my expectations and is an outstanding addition to our back yard menagerie.  It seems to be very durable.  I would have preferred one that was 12" - 18' taller but that size isn't available.  It does have holes and plugs in the bottom of the feet to add sand for ballast (the factory rep said it didn't).  I couldn't be more satisfied with Wayfair or the product.  Way to go!