Bronze figurative sculptures require sturdy armatures to support the weight and intricate details of the artwork. The most common types include:

1. Metal Armatures – Often made from steel or aluminum rods, these provide a rigid framework for larger sculptures, ensuring stability during the molding and casting process.

2. Wire Armatures – Flexible yet strong, galvanized or copper wires are ideal for smaller, dynamic poses, allowing artists to refine finer details before bronze casting.

3. Mixed-Media Armatures – Combining wood, metal, and foam, these armatures offer versatility for complex compositions while reducing material costs.

4. Reinforced Wax Armatures – Used in lost-wax casting, these temporary structures hold the wax model’s shape before being melted away in the kiln.

Each type balances structural integrity with artistic flexibility, ensuring the final bronze piece retains its form and expressive quality.