Decorative Wooden Whale Tail 100cm
The Decorative Wooden Whale Tail 100cm is a 50 × 10 × 100cm hand-carved wooden sculpture in distressed white wash, capturing the graceful moment a whale’s tail rises above the surface as the body dives beneath the waves. The slim 10cm depth suits placement against walls, on narrow console surfaces, or in spaces where deeper pieces wouldn’t fit. The 1m vertical scale makes this a primary statement decor moment rather than a small accent piece, suited to coastal-themed lounges, beach houses, hospitality entryways, and Beach Cottage interiors.
– Dimensions: 50 × 10 × 100 cm (W × D × H)
– Material: hand-carved wood
– Colour: white
– Hand-applied variation: each piece is hand-carved and hand-finished, so wood grain pattern, white-wash distribution, and surface character vary slightly between pieces in the range
– Design Signature: the upturned whale tail captures the diving moment, with the curved fluke form rising above an implied water line
– Finish: distressed whitewash with sun-bleached weathered character
– Use: indoor only
– Suited to: floor-standing decor in lounge corners, console tabletop placement, mantel anchor styling, hospitality reception accents, and Beach Cottage interiors
- Estimated Delivery : 4 to 10 business days
| Dimensions | 50 × 10 × 100 cm |
|---|---|
| Colour | White |
| Finish | Distressed white wash with sun-bleached weathered character |
| Indoor / Outdoor | Indoor only |
| Style Match | Beach Cottage |
| Product Assembly | No Assembly Required |
FAQ
What does the upturned tail represent?
The piece captures the precise moment a diving whale lifts its tail above the surface before disappearing beneath the waves. The vertical fluke form represents this frozen action moment, giving the sculpture narrative weight rather than a static decorative shape. The diving moment carries broad cross-cultural marine symbolism (Pacific Polynesian, Hawaiian, Pacific Northwest Indigenous, Norse maritime, contemporary coastal decor) without representing any single tradition specifically.
How does the white wash differ from glossy white paint?
White wash applies a thin white pigment that allows the natural wood grain to show through, giving the piece a sun-bleached weathered appearance. Glossy white paint covers the wood grain entirely with a uniform finish. The white wash suits coastal and beach-house styling better, since the weathered character reads as authentic seaside vocabulary rather than fresh contemporary paint.
What size space does the 100cm scale suit?
The 1m vertical scale suits floor-standing placement in lounge corners, primary bedroom corners, hallways, and entryways with sufficient ceiling clearance (200cm+ ideal). For console or mantel placement, the piece reaches well above the surface, requiring wall space above the surface for the tail to read clearly. Spaces with tight ceilings or low wall clearance would crowd the piece.
Is it suitable as a gift?
Yes. The piece works particularly well as a gift for housewarmings (especially for beach houses, coastal properties, or seaside renovations), as a milestone gift for hospitality property openings, or as a coastal-decor enthusiast gift. The substantial scale makes this more suited to larger gift occasions than smaller gift contexts.
Yes, we deliver throughout South Africa. Delivery times may vary depending on your location and the size of the item ordered. Remote or outlying areas may require additional delivery time.
Delivery costs are calculated at checkout based on the size, weight, and delivery location of your order. Larger furniture items may require freight delivery and will be quoted accordingly.
Once your order has been dispatched, you will receive a notification with delivery details. Our team may also contact you to confirm delivery arrangements for larger furniture items.
Please inspect your items upon delivery. If any item arrives damaged, notify us within 24 hours of delivery by contacting our customer service team with photos of the damage. We will assess the issue and arrange a repair, replacement, or solution where applicable.
Most furniture items are delivered fully assembled, unless otherwise stated on the product page. If assembly is required, this will be clearly indicated in the product description.
For larger furniture deliveries, our team will contact you to arrange a suitable delivery time. If delivery cannot be completed due to absence, additional delivery fees may apply.
Standard delivery is to the entrance of the premises. If access is difficult (stairs, narrow doorways, long distances, etc.), please notify us beforehand so we can advise accordingly.
Weekend deliveries can be arranged on request. Please contact us on 072 048 6109 or email weborders@sotran.co.za with your order number to make the necessary arrangements.
Orders are dispatched within 3 business days. Delivery for small items (under 15kg/vol) takes 1–5 business days, depending on your location.
Gauteng: 1–3 business days
Remote areas: up to 5 business days
Larger furniture items delivered via freight may take up to an additional 9 business days.
You may also collect your order from Sotran Boksburg, Design Quarter (Fourways), or Sotran Somerset West (Cape Town) once availability at the branch has been confirmed.
Weekend collections must be arranged during the week to ensure your order is prepared.
