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The beauty and color of nature has been captured in this carefully
crafted Imperial Butterfy Square vase. A varied hue of butterflies is
seen hovering among flowers cast in brass.
Imperial Finish is a process designed to enhance the fine craftsmanship
of this piece. Each work is meticulously sculpted by hand, cast in
solid brass, and finished in a unique new patina of color. The piece
endures a time-consuming lost-wax technique to reveal unparalleled
detail. Enjoy this beautiful artwork for a lifetime.
The origins of lost wax casting process are shrouded in antiquity. It
has been used for thousands of years to create metal objects that could
not be produced in any other way (such as fine jewelry) because of
their complexity. Each lost wax piece begins life as a finely
hand-carved wax sculpture. After the model is touched up, vents and
gates to channel the liquid metal into the mold are added. The model is
then surrounded by a material that will withstand high temperature when
baked. Following hours of baking, when the material has set and cooled,
molten metal is carefully poured into the mold, melting the wax in the
process (hence the “lost wax” designation). This process, once finally
cooled, reveals the painstakingly created details of the original wax
sculpture.
Due to its high cost and complexity, the lost wax method is a fading
art form. This technique is proudly used to forge a breathtaking piece
that will last for many generations.
Dimensions : 10.5H x 10W x 10D
Materials Used: Brass, Glass, Marble
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