Why was the giant apple statue commissioned?

The Amasya apple is one of the most important values representing the cultural identity and historical agricultural heritage of the city. This giant statue was commissioned by Amasya province to leave a powerful first impression on everyone visiting Amasya by serving as a landmark at the city entrance or square. While emphasizing the agricultural richness of the region, it also strengthens the bond that local people and visitors establish with the city. This monumental work, meeting modern sculpture art, adds an aesthetic identity to the city.

Why is fiberglass ideal for large-scale statues?

Fiberglass is among the most preferred materials for large-scale statues as it offers durability and lightness together. Being much lighter compared to concrete or metal provides a great advantage in transportation and installation processes. It shows extraordinary resistance to harsh outdoor weather conditions, UV rays, and corrosion. Combined with the steel construction armature inside, an unshakeable structural integrity against external factors such as wind load is achieved. The gelcoat layer also provides a smooth and glossy surface.

Is an apple statue durable outdoors?

Yes, the apple statue produced with fiberglass material is extremely durable against outdoor conditions. Polyester resin and glass fiber applied in layers give the statue a durable, hard, and long-lasting structure against impacts. The color applied with special outdoor paints and varnishing techniques maintains its vibrancy even under different light angles day and night. Thanks to the steel construction armature, it also maintains an unshakeable stance against wind load.

In what sizes can an apple statue be produced?

Apple statues are generally produced in heights ranging from 150 cm to 300 cm. The statue, specially projected according to the width of the area where it will be displayed, is designed at a scale proportional to the space. While more compact sizes are preferred for small park areas, monumental scales of 2 to 3 meters in diameter are preferred for large squares and city entrances. All sizes are offered together with a special base and fixed to concrete ground with steel dowels.

Which cities can order regional identity statues?

Municipalities, district governorships, and special provincial administrations are among the leading institutions that can order regional identity statues. Cities that stand out with their agricultural products can highlight their regionally distinctive values with monumental statues. Products identified with the region such as cherry, grape, hazelnut, apple, or olive can be incorporated as statues at city entrances, square arrangements, and parks. Every city needs a unique statue that tells its own story; regional identity statues provide the most powerful answer to this need.

How does the ordering process work for this type of giant statue?

The process begins with determining the needs and the location. After the size of the statue, the installation area, and budget information are shared, a project-specific design and price quote are prepared. After the design is approved, the steel armature installation and fiberglass production phase begins. When production is completed, the statue is transported with special vehicles and installed in place with crane assistance. The statue fixed to the concrete ground with steel dowels becomes ready for display immediately after installation.

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Apple Statue Image — The production and ordering of the large apple statue, the symbol of Amasya

The Amasya apple, grown in the fertile lands of Anatolia and gaining worldwide fame with its taste, is not just a fruit, but also one of the most important cultural values representing a city's identity. Designed to immortalize this precious symbol and contribute to urban aesthetics, the giant apple statue has transformed into a monumental form by combining with the technical possibilities of modern sculpture art. This massive work, shown in the image during the workshop stage, presents the simplicity of form and the perfection of nature to the viewer on a giant scale.

During the design phase of the sculpture, the characteristic features of the Amasya apple—its slightly flattened form, smooth surface texture, and vivid stance—were taken as a basis. Reproducing a fruit on such a large scale (approximately 2-3 meters in diameter) requires not only an artistic perspective but also serious engineering and material knowledge. This process, meticulously carried out in the workshop environment, consists of many stages, from creating the rough form to processing the finest surface details. In fact, this statue was ordered from the province of Amasya.

Material Information and Technical Details: Why Fiberglass?

The most critical decision in large-scale outdoor sculptures is the choice of material. This giant apple statue is produced from high-quality fiberglass (glass fiber reinforced polyester) material, which offers durability and lightness together. Fiberglass shows extraordinary resistance against harsh outdoor weather conditions, the sun's UV rays, and corrosion. Being much lighter compared to concrete or metal sculpture provides a great advantage in transportation and installation processes.

The gelcoat layer used in the production of the sculpture is specially applied to achieve that famous shiny and smooth surface of the apple. The steel construction skeleton located inside ensures that the sculpture maintains its structural integrity and exhibits an unshakable stance against external factors such as wind load. The polyester resin and glass fiber applied layer by layer ensure that the sculpture attains a structure that is impact-resistant, hard, and long-lasting.

Regional Value and Urban Aesthetics

In cities with a deep-rooted history like Amasya, these types of monumental works serve as landmarks at city entrances, squares, or parks. The Amasya apple statue highlights the agricultural richness of the region while also strengthening the bond that local people and visitors establish with the city. While the massive dimensions of the sculpture evoke admiration in the viewer, the preservation of the apple's natural form adds a sincere atmosphere to the work.

The surface texture seen in the workshop stage in the image represents the final preparations before painting. When the sculpture is completed, the unique red and yellow tones of the Amasya apple will be applied using special outdoor paints and varnishing techniques. In this way, the sculpture will maintain its vibrancy even under different light angles day and night, adding a modern touch to the aesthetic face of the city.

Dimensions and Installation Information

The dimensions of the sculpture are specially projected according to the width of the area where it will be exhibited. These giant apples, generally produced in heights ranging between 150 cm and 300 cm, are presented by being mounted on a special pedestal. During the installation phase, the connection points hidden at the bottom of the sculpture are fixed to the concrete ground with steel wall plugs to ensure full security. Thanks to their lightweight structure, these works, which can be easily placed with the help of a crane, become ready for exhibition immediately after installation.

Registration Date: 17.04.2026