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We offer the following advise. First, get an idea of how the size of the piece will look on the wall. A good way to do this is to use blue painter's masking tape to mark off the area on the wall where you are considering placing the art work (the tape will come off easily without harming the wall paint). Stand back and take a look at the wall. Does that size look pleasing to you? Should it be moved a bit? This is a quick and inexpensive way to try a few alternatives. You will notice that the higher up on the wall that you place the metal sculpture, the smaller it will appear, so take that into account as you plan your wall. 

Next, consider the colors in your room and how the wall sculptures will blend in.  It is not necessary to exactly match certain colors in the room, although some designers prefer to color-coordinate wall decorations.  Often, the natural colors of wall sculptures will blend in nicely with a wide range of colors.  Natural copper is a very versatile color, as is brass.  Monochrome can provide drama, or a mixture of rich colors can blend in nicely.  Below are a few examples of natural colors and how they can affect the look of a wall sculpture.

Another tip: If you are considering multiple pieces of art, find the most pleasing position for the largest of the sculptures, then try arranging the smaller wall sculptures around it until you find the most pleasing arrangement.  Finally, do not think that you must cover the entire wall.  For example, a wall underneath a cathedral ceiling can range 10 to 20 feet high.  Does that mean you must have artwork all of the way to the ceiling?  No, by placing a single large piece or grouping at eye level,  you can achieve a nice effect.  Keep in mind that people seldom crane their necks to look higher when entering a room.  With a nice, engaging metal wall hanging at eye level, the upper portion of the wall is simply not noticed. 

Finally, trust your instincts.  Art is emotional, and metal wall art is no exception.  Your emotional response is every bit as important as your logical response.  Viewing multiple sculptures quite often leads to indecision, but we have found that the sculpture you were initially drawn to is usually the best choice.