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, Composed primarily of copper and tin , is the oldest alloy
known to man. The earliest documented use of bronze occurred
in 3500 B.C. by the Mesopotamians , Our early predecessors needed
to shape functional items that would be hard and durable. Another
the reason for its favor , which exists even today , is bronze
resists corrosion and naturally weathers to a beautiful bronze
or green color referred to as its patina. As the protective
patina forms , bronze corrodes very slowly making it virtually
Timeless.
Art & Frame Direct / Timeless Industries , has traveled
the world over to develop and offer this incredible collection.
In addition to our diverse selection of statuary and objects
d' art for the home and garden , you are about to see a unique
and strong emphasis on Functional Bronze Sculpture : a collectible
work of art with a purpose in today ' s home. Our offering
consists of dining , side and coffee tables , lighting and
some very complex and unusual fountains. Each is of the highest
quality and sure to become a focal point for a varietyy of
applications.
Many of our designs are exact recreations of
historically significant pieces , made possible by copying
treasures long since scoffed off the market by museums and
collectors world - wide. Other original designs - heretofore
unavaliable - are created exclusively for our clientele by
master sculptors from around the world.
" The Lost Wax Process " is the production technique
used to create these quality Object ' s D' Art. It is an art
in itself , as old as the alloy it utilizes. Once the design
is ready , a negative mold is made. The mold is brushed with
layer after layer of melted wax to the desired thickness of
the final bronze , after which it is filled with a heat -
resistant mixture to stabilize it. Wax tubes are fitted by
the artists to the outside of the shell , which become ducts
for pouring the bronze during the actual casting. Metal pins
are hammered through the shell to secure it. At this stage
, the exterior of wax is completely covered with his resistant
plaster and the piece is then placed in large ovens. During
the heating process the plaster dries , and the wax run out
, the molten bronze is poured through the ducts filling the
void left by the removed wax. After cooling , the plaster
shell is smashed away and - The Bronze is Cast !
The designing , casting and enhanced patina finishes are
the primary steps of this painstaking , labor - intensive
love that our artisans put into each Timeless Creation. We
hope you will agree after reviewing our diverse collection
that once again we have put together for you , our valued
customer , " The Very Best The World Has To Offer. "
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