From waterfront studios in Key West to private estates in Islamorada — R.U.N. Art Foundry brings museum-quality bronze sculpture to South Florida’s most exceptional homes and collections.
The Florida Keys are unlike anywhere else in the world. A 125-mile chain of islands where art, architecture, and nature coexist in extraordinary ways. Where a sculpture on a private terrace in Islamorada or a bronze figure in a Key West garden becomes part of the landscape itself — weathered by salt air, lit by tropical light, and seen every day by those who know quality when they see it.
For over 40 years, R.U.N. Art Foundry has been Miami’s premier destination for lost-wax casting, serving artists, architects, interior designers, and private collectors throughout South Florida. Today, we serve an expanding clientele across the Florida Keys — from Key Largo to Key West.
Why Florida Keys Collectors Choose R.U.N. Art Foundry
The Keys have always attracted people with a refined eye — architects, artists, and collectors who understand that great spaces require great art. Bronze, with its permanence, weight, and evolving patina, is the natural choice for outdoor sculpture in this climate.
- Salt-air durability: Our bronze alloys and patinas are specifically engineered for coastal environments. Works installed in Key West, Marathon, or Islamorada maintain their integrity and beauty for decades.
- monumental sculpture scale capability: We handle pieces from intimate garden sculpture to large architectural installations.
- White-glove delivery: We coordinate professional crating, transport, and installation throughout South Florida and the Florida Keys.
- Direct artist relationship: Every client works directly with Uldis and our master craftsmen — not a sales team.
Featured Work: The Kind of Commission We Live For
In 2023, we completed “1880” for celebrated Miami artist Alexander Mijares, a monumental bronze commissioned for the Lamborghini Miami showroom — one of the most prestigious automotive spaces in South Florida. The piece, a testament to raw energy captured in bronze, exemplifies what we do best: translate an artist’s vision into a work that commands a space.
This is the caliber of work we bring to every project, whether it’s a private garden in Islamorada or a corporate lobby in Key West.
Services We Provide Throughout the Florida Keys
Lost-Wax Bronze Casting
The oldest and most precise casting method. Perfect for figurative work, portrait busts, and sculptural detail that must survive salt air and tropical conditions.
Custom Patina Finishes
15+ patina options including weathered verdigris, dark statuary, warm golden brown, and polished mirror — tailored to your aesthetic and environment.
Bronze Restoration
Inherited a damaged piece? Acquired an outdoor sculpture that’s lost its finish? We restore bronzes to their original condition or apply a new patina suited to your space.
Architectural Bronze
Gates, railings, plaques, fountains, and large-scale installations. We work with architects and designers to integrate bronze into residential and commercial properties throughout the Keys.
Working With Us: From Concept to Installation
For Keys-based clients, our process is straightforward:
- Free consultation — by phone, video call, or at our Miami studio. We’re 3 hours from Key West and happy to discuss your vision before any commitment.
- Proposal and timeline — detailed quote with materials, timeline, and delivery options.
- Casting and finishing — we handle everything at our Miami foundry. You’re welcome to visit at key milestones.
- Delivery and installation — professional crating and delivery to your Keys property, with installation coordination available.
Serving Every Corner of the Florida Keys
We regularly serve clients in:
- Key West — private residences, boutique hotels, galleries, and historic properties
- Islamorada — waterfront estates, private collections, and outdoor sculpture gardens
- Marathon — residential commissions and community installations
- Key Largo — resort properties, private homes, and architectural projects
- Big Pine Key, Summerland, Sugarloaf — the quieter Keys, where serious collectors often choose to live
South Florida’s finest bronze foundry is never more than a call away. Whether you’re an artist looking for a casting partner, a collector seeking a custom bronze solutions, or a homeowner who wants to transform a space with sculpture — we’re here.