'Tis the season for self-indulgence, fa-la-la

If entertainment is the #1 source of my hardcore spending, home decor and decorative collectibles have to be in the running for the #2 position.  Cluttering up every surface of my house with random kitsch and caboodle is one of my primary joys in life, and the internet is definitely not my friend when it comes to hedging my craving.  Cue Statue.com.  As it states on the homepage, Statue.com hosts one of the largest collections of statuary and sculptural collectibles - this website offers indoor, outdoor, and everywhere in-between statues for your...statue needs (ahem).  I mean, I can't be the only one who this appeals to, right?  Regardless of the public demand, I find myself tempted once again to ring up an online purchase for a new sculptural delight.

I own three pieces of art from Statue.com already, and I've spaced my purchases out to where I've collected a new one about once a year since my college graduation (my statue of Alexander the Great being a graduation present from my father, as well as the first of my collection).  I should probably take this brief opportunity to preface that my college minor is in Classical Civilizations, so I am fond of all things Greek mythology-related.  With this in mind, I've had my eye on a few pieces to go with my other statues (them being, besides the previously mentioned Alexander the Great, the god Hermes and goddess Artemis) - the hard part is narrowing it down by 1) my overall "need" of it, and 2) the price.  For example, while I would ideally love to purchase the Perseus & Pegasus statue available on the website, the asking price is $114; usually I try to keep my purchases between $30-$60 depending on the size and detail of the piece.  That being said, I've had my eye on a Medusa sculpture (picture left) for awhile now, and it comes in just under my maximum spending limit at $58.  The question arises, though, of whether or not I would be nagging at myself to buy another statue if I didn't already own others.  The very nature of collectibles is a vicious cycle, I tell ya, and it really does seem to create an impulsive desire to increase my statuary brood.  It's borderline addictive behavior, but as long as you have a rational eye kept on your bank balance you should be able to budget your purchases accordingly; as far as I'm concerned, limiting myself to one purchase a year seems to both curb and satisfy my sculptural-withdrawal.

The good thing about these purchases, also, is that you can often find them on an alternative website (such as eBay) for a lower asking price.  So while one website might offer the best selection, another might offer the better prices.  Taking ten minutes to Google-search your prospective collectible can end up saving you bunches, and If I can hold off so can you!  And yes, considering the time of year - and the fact that I'm not a complete Scrooge - I'll probably wait until after the holidays to make my final purchase...but my "gotta catch 'em all!" heart beckons for a new addition!