Critique Request Rough scroll model- critique request

[Gargoyle]

I'm carving two 7-1/2' x 2' panels, to be installed exterior (harsh weather conditions, so I can't go too delicate). There will be a carved frame with scrolls on the corners.

This is a rough full size model- I have to fill this specific space/area, and since it is in very high relief (2") I can't get too complex or intricate. Any redesign/refinement suggestions welcome. Is the upper left spiral too large and bulky? The leaf at the top center that connects to it also seems too large and unrelated to the other two leaves, but I need it to connect for strength and bracing.

 

[Ed Westerly]

Looks well designed and executed to me.

 

[Sam]

Here's a small modification, Arnold. What thinks ye?

 

[Gargoyle]

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Here's a small modification, Arnold. What thinks ye?

Much nicer!

 

[Tim Wells]

I like the subtle addition Sam suggested and I wonder, if that leaf on the right that looks cracked were a bit larger, would it provide more of a balance against that left scroll mass? It wouldn't need much if any. Limestone I presume?

 

[Gargoyle]

I like the subtle addition Sam suggested and I wonder, if that leaf on the right that looks cracked were a bit larger, would it provide more of a balance against that left scroll mass? It wouldn't need much if any. Limestone I presume?

Yes, its limestone, and if that one is larger it will help strengthen everything.

 

[DakotaDocMartin]

I was thinking a little bit more curl might look better.

 

[Gargoyle]

I was thinking a little bit more curl might look better.

yup, thats looking good. Thanks!
That one point/tip you added on the center leaf wouldn't last, the installers would knock it off. Finished panel will weigh about 700 lbs.