Normally, you don't need to take it off. Gold is characterized by softness. It's usually pure gold. If the sculpture doesn't grow hard, it will be worn away. One gram of gold can be made into more than 2000 meters of gold wire, which shows its ductility.
As for the collapse, it's really hard to say. Not to mention the hollow bracelet, which is the gold of Passepartout. It collapses when you press it. You can only say that you go to a craftsman to repair it and restore it as soon as possible.