This is western themed art dating from Unknown. This work is offered by the auctioneer located in durango, CO, zip code 81301. This is nice work if you want western art.
C M Russell Stagecoach Size: Regular 10"h x 24"l. 100% Solid Bronze.Weight on Regular is 125 lbs, on Large 250 lbs. Exceptional Detail. Mounted on a Marble Base. Includes an Engraved Brass Plaque With Sculpture Name and Artist C M Russell Stagecoach The casting Process: The following is the step by step process of the âLost Wax Castingâ method. After reviewing this process, which normally takes approximately two weeks to complete a single sculpture, you will have a better understanding of all that is involved. Making the Mold: This step is by far the most critical. All the detail which appears on the sculpture must be captured in the mold. The mold (depending on the size of the sculpture) is cut into sections for casting. Making the Wax Casting: Molten wax is poured into the mold to form layers of wax. This wax model is an exact duplicate of the original casting. Chasing the Wax: The wax is pulled from the mold and hand chased (re-detailed) by a skilled artisan. Although the artist reproduces the original artwork, each piece may slightly differ from the next. Spruing: Wax rods (gates) and pouring cup are attached to the wax casting in just the right positions. This will assure a full pour. Casting the Ceramic Mold: In a temperature controlled climate of 72 degrees Fahrenheit, the wax casting is dipped into Investment liquid several times. On the first dip a fine powder is applied. On the next dip of course, ceramic sand will be applied. This step is repeated several times, each increasing the coarseness of the material to create the ceramic mold. Between each dip, the ceramic layer must cure (dry) before another layer can be applied. Burn-Out: The ceramic shell is placed in a kiln and fired. The shell bakes and the wax is melted (lost) from the shell. This creates a hollow ceramic shell mold. Thus the term âLost Wax.â Casting: The ceramic shell (mold) is removed from the kiln and immediately the molten bronze is poured into the shell. At the time of pouring, the bronze is 2100 degrees Fahrenheit. Break-Out: After the casting has cooled several hours, the shell is carefully broken away leaving the unfinished bronze. Sandblasting: Any fragments of the ceramic shell are removed by sandblasting. The sculpture is also carefully inspected at this point. Assembly: At this time all the pieces of the sculpture are welded together by our skilled craftsman. Chasing: All the weld marks are chased and re-detailed. Glass Beading: This is similar to sandblasting. The glass is extremely fine to ensure an even bronze finish. Polish: The raw bronze sculpture is now hand polished in preparation for the patina. Patina: The bronze is first heated. The patina chemical is hand applied by our skilled artist. Waxing: The wax is hand applied with heat to ensure a beautiful lustrous patina. Mounting and Inspection: The bronze is mounted on a marble base and the final inspection will take place. Our customer will be assured to receive a fine quality sculpture. INFORMATION FROM REMINGTONSCULPTURE.COM
