Barn Owl with Hawthorne

This Barn Owl is made in solid foundry bronze using the ancient method of lost wax casting. The hawthorn leaves and berries and delicately hand painted using artists oils. The design is finished by the art of patination where various acids are applied to the surface of the bronze and heat applied to create a deep rich brown patina. Then bronze is then sealed with a special wax which further enhances the colour and protects the bronze for years to come.