Foundry cast, limited edition bronze hare sculpture
Limited Numbered Edition #2 of 9
Approx. Size 44cm height (17″) x 24cm (9.4″) width
Approx. Weight 12.3kg
This beautiful, elegant hare sculpture is the one I feel most strongly connected with.
After watching a webinar about the hares who I’ve always loved and admired, I learned there’s a lot more to them than simply meets the eye.
Divine Feminine Power
I learned that when boxing, it’s not always the males fighting over the females. Very often, it’s the females seeing if the males are strong enough to be with them. If they pass this test then she runs as fast as she can, checking over her shoulder to see if he can keep up. If he can match her speed, he then has to fight off any other suitors, and then, she might think about it! I absolutely love this narrative!
A celebration of the connection with nature
In times of old, people used to believe that witches could transform into hares. Witches were strong women with a deep connection to the earth, and were able to offer wisdom and healing – powers that saw them persecuted. This sculpture aims to celebrate this connection in a society which seems to have forgotten.
Moon gazing hares
Hares are inextricably linked to the moon and fertility. The Roman Goddess Luna inspired my design – her feminine form and long silken ears flowing down her back to accentuate her curves give her a statuesque presence which adds to her power.
- Foundry cast bronze sculpture
- Top quality bronze used for casting
- Made here in the UK
- A wonderful statement piece
- Each one is genuinely unique
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How the foundry cast bronzes are made
They all start as clay which I shape and form. A plaster and then silicon mould are then made from this clay master.
Molten wax is poured into the mould to create an exact copy of the original clay version.
The wax copy is then coated in a ceramic coating before being put in the furnace to allow the wax to melt and the ceramic shell to harden, leaving a double walled mould into which the molten bronze is poured.
Once cool, the ceramic shell is carefully removed and the bronze is fettled.
A combination of heat and chemicals is painted on to the bronze to create different colours (the patina). The piece is then given a good coating of wax which is what protects the patina. The wax is gently buffed to a sheen and they’re ready for their new owner.
Why choose this piece?
She is my most personal sculpture to date, and has allowed me to express myself in a way I’ve been unable to in the past. Not only that but she gives me a platform to talk about feelings and what she represents. I find that she resonates on a deep emotional level with others who have a hidden story too.
She is a physical, tangible symbol of healing, nature and power.
Bronze Sculpture Guide
What’s bronze made from?
Let’s start with the basics: What exactly is bronze?
Bronze is a metal alloy mostly made up of copper. Mass-produced bronzes often skimp on the copper content and use tin, lead, and iron instead which leave the sculptures open to corrosion and breakages.
The bronze I use for my sculptures contain a high copper content of 96%, along with 1% manganese and 3% silicon. The added silicon strengthens the sculptures, although it makes the process more challenging and costly for the foundry.
Hot cast or cold cast?
Hot or cold?
Cold cast bronze refers to sculptures made with resin and moulds, sometimes finished with bronze powder to mimic the look of a genuine bronze sculpture.
Hot cast Bronze involves creating a mold from the original sculpture, followed by the creation of a wax copy. The wax piece is then dipped multiple times in a ceramic coating, creating a sturdy shell. This is then heated in a kiln to melt the wax. Molten bronze can then be poured into the ceramic shell. Once cooled, the ceramic shell is removed, and the sculpture is assembled and perfected. The finishing touches involve patination to create beautiful surfaces, followed by a seal of hot wax that gives the sculpture its sheen and protects the surface from the elements.
Provenance
Limited editions.
The number of pieces in an edition directly impacts their exclusivity and value.
Higher edition numbers indicate less exclusivity, while lower numbers make each piece more sought after.
But that’s not all! Provenance matters too.
Can you trace the sculpture’s journey from the artist to your hands? Look for sculptures made in the UK by reputable foundries, as they proudly put their name to their work. And for your peace of mind and future valuation, you’ll receive a signed certificate of authentication alongside your bronze sculpture.
Caring for your bronze
Caring for your bronze
A wipe over with a clean, soft, dry cloth is all that’s needed unless the bronze is kept outside when it will need wax applying at least once a year to keep the elements off it and it looking like it should. Left to the elements the surface will develop into a green effect which is also rather nice.
