Fluking Around and Finding Out

Fluking Around and Finding Out: Reclaimed Metal Whale Tail Sculpture

"Even from the depths, while feeling all the pressure, we are resilient. We adapt, we thrive, we are triumphant."~ Enrique Del Angel

Fluking Around and Finding Out is a vibrant, one-of-a-kind welded steel and wood marine sculpture that captures the majestic, fleeting moment of a whale surfacing. Handcrafted in Texas by metal artist Enrique Del Angel as his signature first piece of 2026, this high-end nautical scrap metal sculpture fuses industrial grit with raw natural beauty. It serves as a striking reminder that even discarded industrial remnants can return to nature with profound purpose, movement, and life.

Industrial Anatomy & Marine Craftsmanship

Forged through precise flame-shaping, seamless welding, and careful balancing, the sculpture transforms rigid mechanical materials into a fluid symbol of ocean power:

• The Ocean-Blue Fluke: Masterfully hand-forged from raw reclaimed sheet metal drops, meticulously contoured and finished in a deep, translucent sapphire blue that mimics the sunlit layers of the sea.
• The Mechanical Spine: The rising fluke is supported by a heavy-duty automotive pushrod, acting as a clean, minimalist structural shaft that elevates the metal form.
• The Premium Ebano Wood Base: Grounding the sculpture is a solid piece of natural Ebano wood (Texas Ebony), showcasing raw, deeply textured bark and rich golden-brown grain variations that honor the earthy ruggedness of the coast.

Premium Protection for Luxury Living Spaces

To ensure the vivid blue metallic finish and the organic tones of the Ebano wood remain perfectly preserved for generations, the entire sculpture is sealed in a premium, high-gloss automotive clearcoat. This commercial-grade finish shields the piece from moisture and tarnish, making it an exceptional, conversation-starting centerpiece for luxury coastal beach homes, upscale executive desks, or modern nautical fine art collections.

Specifications & Display Parameters

• Artist: Enrique Del Angel (Del Angel Garage: Metal Art)
• Materials: Reclaimed sheet metal, automotive pushrod, and natural Ebano wood base
• Finish: Weatherproof high-gloss automotive clearcoat
• Dimensions: [Insert Height]" H x [Insert Width]" W x [Insert Depth]" D
• Year Crafted: 2026
• Inquiries: Available exclusively for acquisition through the Del Angel Garage: Metal Art Official Website.