Though quite durable-looking, this beautiful piece is actually very delicate & flimsy. It has a hollow interior & therefore, as a previous reviewer mentioned, it isn't suitable for placement outdoors where harsh elements or windy weather will affect it. The detail, however, is extraordinary, the face is extremely realistic & the feathers of the wings are as well. Overall, it's a striking piece though I've decided to display it indoors to preserve it. I would also like to note that several air bubbles formed during casting so I decided to repair these w/ a gray mortar filler that I hand on hand already & which perfectly matched the color of the statue, and it now looks perfect. It wasn't necessary for me to do this, as the piece has a rugged, stoneware look on its own as is, however these flaws I felt were obvious upon close inspection, pitting on one ear, a large one on the crown of the head, and what appeared to be an open-chest wound to the angel's abdomen, all easily repaired.