Handmade Steel Prickly Pear Cactus Sculpture

A prickly pear cactus, hand-fabricated from steel with layered paddle-shaped pads, built as a detailed freestanding garden sculpture.

Size / Dimensions

Prickly pear portions stand approximately 16" tall, while the ocotillo branches rise approximately 24"–28" tall.

Material / Construction

Handmade from cut steel with a sealed finish. Each piece is individually fabricated, so proportions and detailing will vary slightly from piece to piece.

Finish Options

Indoor+Outdoor Coat: a durable semi-gloss clear coat suitable for both indoor and outdoor display.

Premium Outdoor Coat: our most durable option — an automotive-grade glossy clear coat built for pieces facing prolonged outdoor exposure.

Where It Works

Desert gardens, courtyards, entryways, and among rock and succulent plantings.

Display / Mounting

This is a freestanding sculpture and does not require wall mounting.

Made in Tucson

Every piece is cut, cleaned, naturally rusted, and finished by hand in our Tucson, Arizona shop.

Custom Work

We welcome custom requests — different sizes, finishes, or related Southwestern designs. Large-scale residential, commercial, hospitality, and architectural commissions are also welcome. Please reach out before ordering to discuss what's possible.

Important Notes

- Each piece is individually made, so rust coloration and surface pattern will vary.
- Unsealed steel will continue to weather and may produce rust runoff when exposed to rain or irrigation, which can stain nearby surfaces.
- Even sealed steel may eventually develop rust if the coating is scratched, damaged, or subjected to prolonged exterior exposure.
- Clear-coated pieces may appear slightly darker and richer than unsealed rust.
- Production time may vary depending on size, selected finish, fabrication schedule, rust development, and clear coating.
- Colors may appear slightly different depending on lighting and screen settings.