Zeus Bust Mold for Candle, Soap - Greek Mythology God Classical Statue Mould

Zeus Bust Mold has the following finished bust dimensions:
• Approx. finished candle weight: 207 g / 7.3 oz
• Height: 130 mm / 5.1 in
• Width: 95 mm / 3.7 in
• Length: 63 mm / 2.5 in
• The mold has 2 cuts for easier, controlled demolding.

Material and Key Info
• Made of high-quality flexible silicone
• Shore hardness: 10–15 A
• Flexible construction supports gradual, controlled demolding
• Produced using vacuum equipment for consistent mold quality
• Detailed silicone surface can transfer fine surface texture
• Temperature range: –50°C to +230°C (–58°F to +446°F)
• Not suitable for baking or oven use
• Suitable for candle making, plaster casting, gypsum casting, and resin casting
• Designed for repeated casting use with proper care and storage

Care and Storage
• Clean gently with warm water, mild detergent, and a soft sponge
• Remove residue carefully from deep facial, beard, and hair recesses without using sharp tools
• Avoid abrasive scrubbers, metal tools, and rigid knives that could score the silicone cavity
• Allow the casting material to sufficiently cool, set, or cure before peeling the mold away
• Dry thoroughly after washing before placing into storage
• Store in its natural, undeformed shape in a cool, dry area away from direct sunlight
• Keep away from open flames and direct contact with heating elements

Product Description
This silicone mold is designed to cast a classical sculpture bust depicting Zeus, inspired by traditional Hellenistic antiquity portraiture. The design features pronounced anatomical facial modeling, a thick head of layered curls, an intricately textured flowing beard, and classical drapery sweeping across one shoulder while leaving the opposite shoulder bare. The lower portion of the bust rests on an integrated circular pedestal socle.

This listing is for the silicone mold only. Finished castings are not included.

Standing 130 mm (5.1 in) tall with a width of 95 mm (3.7 in), the resulting bust makes a substantial decorative piece for tabletop decor, study displays, and craft collections. The flexible silicone with a Shore hardness of 10–15 A can reproduce the fine recesses of the hair strands and drapery folds. To make demolding manageable across the pronounced depth of the beard, chin, and shoulders, the mold features two factory-made side cuts with interlocking alignment grooves.

When pouring freestanding candles, using a wax formulation designed for molded pillar applications helps ensure clean release from the deep textural recesses. Ensure the wax has cooled completely throughout the center before opening the cut seams, as warm wax remains fragile around fine beard curls. For fluid mineral mixtures like plaster or gypsum, tapping the exterior lightly after pouring encourages air pockets to rise from recessed facial areas while the cut edges remain securely held.

Suitable for Holidays and Occasions
• Classical art and mythology-themed handmade collections, artisan craft fairs, and studio decor displays
• Accent styling for home libraries, bookshelves, architectural workspaces, and study desks
• Handmade gift presentations for historians, mythology enthusiasts, and collectors of antique sculpture reproductions

Can Be Used For
• Candle making - detailed mythological bust candles; use a wax blend formulated for molded pillars and allow complete cooling before opening the seam cuts.
• Plaster and gypsum casting - classical decorative busts; a fine-particle mineral mixture is ideal for filling narrow curls and facial lines without coarse particles catching in recesses.
• Resin casting - solid decorative statuettes; select a casting resin system verified for the intended pour volume and depth to properly manage cure exotherm.
• Fine concrete and mineral casting - stone-textured architectural desktop sculptures; keep the two cut edges firmly aligned during filling and initial setting.