vintage pair bronze pelicans on mooring posts late 20th century

This is a splendid large pair of solid bronze pelicans on mooring posts, dating from the late 20th century.

This charming pair feature one pelican sitting and one standing tall, each on a mooring post with rope entwined around it.This high-quality hot cast solid bronze was produced using the traditional "lost wax" process, otherwise known as the "cire perdue"method.
They feature an attractive patination and are sure to attract attention wherever they are placed.
Equally at home indoors or outdoors, this fantastic bronze garden ornaments of two pelicans could be placed to dramatic effect in many locations.Imagine having this lovely pair of bronze pelicans artfully placed in a garden woodland or perhaps as an arresting feature in a large vestibule or hall. Either way, the incredible attention to detail and fine craftsmanship of these fine bronze sculptures are sure to be a talking point.
Condition:In excellent condition, please see photos for confirmation.Dimensions in cm:Height 132 x Width 44 x Depth 72Height 93 x Width 37 x Depth 83Dimensions in inches:Height 4 foot, 4 inches x Width 1 foot, 5 inches x Depth 2 foot, 4 inchesHeight 3 feet, 1 inch x Width 1 foot, 3 inches x Depth 2 foot, 9 inches
Our reference: 09752b
Lost Wax Method
sometimes called by the French name of cire perdue or the Latin, cera perduta is the process by which a bronze or brass is cast from an artists sculpture.In industrial uses, the modern process is called investment casting. An ancient practice, the process today varies from foundry to foundry, but the steps which are usually used in casting small bronze sculptures in a modern bronze foundry are generally quite standardised.

Antiques.co.uk Ref: QPV4YF285

Width (cm):

44

Height (cm):

132

Depth (cm):

72

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