Modern and Contemporary Art
Nov 3, 2019 (Your local time)
USA

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LOT 24:

Yenny Cocq
Silver Caress

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Start price:
$ 526
Estimated price:
500$-9000$
Auction house commission: 5%
VAT: On commission only
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Silver Caress
, Silver-plated bronze figurines, natural sandstone base, . 6.25” height x 3” width x 2.75” depth (with stone). Description: A delicate portrait of two people deeply in love, this stunning silver sculpture is both beautiful and sentimental. His arm gently caresses the small of her back as they sit together in perfect harmony. This pair of silver-plated lovers makes for an elegant and thoughtful gift, perfect for the silver anniversary or as a wedding present. This sculpture also speaks to collectors of fine art and mid-century modern design with its simple lines and geometric shapes created using a minimalist approach. Mounted on a beautiful off-white natural sandstone base, this radiant work of art draws the eye as it reflects light and shines brightly in the home.

Please note, these figures are also available with the option to add children upon request.

Casting Method/Creation Process:
These bronze figures are created using the ancient art of lost wax casting method.
Starting with a clay model, a mold is created that is then used to create a wax copy. Liquid heated wax is poured into the prepared mold. Once it has hardened, the wax can easily be released from the mold. Once the waxes are perfected, they are sent to a foundry where the waxes are added in their shell to the kiln. The wax is molten out and the negative is retained in the ceramic shell mold. Then the liquid bronze (2,250 degrees Farenheit) is poured into this second mold. After a slow cooling time the ceramic shell is destroyed and the raw bronze is sandblasted. The raw bronze is sandblasted again and carefully cleaned. Once the figures are cleaned, they are plated with sterling silver.

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