The color of a bronze sculpture is called a patina. Color has a profound effect on the sculpture's final appearance
and the impression it makes on the viewer. The patina color choice can enhance or detract from the emotional effect
and overall presence of the artist's work. Typically, patinas are applied in the foundry with various chemicals.
and the impression it makes on the viewer. The patina color choice can enhance or detract from the emotional effect
and overall presence of the artist's work. Typically, patinas are applied in the foundry with various chemicals.
Below, are images of three recent fragment works showing two different patinas on each design.
For a more in-depth discussion about patinas and patina application and recipes, please go to
For a more in-depth discussion about patinas and patina application and recipes, please go to
blog #391, posted Feb. 13, 2013 through blog #401, posted March 3, 2013.
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The first photo depicts "Setter II" with a greenish "old-world" cupric nitrate patina.
Bronze is over 95% copper and cupric imparts a time-honored look . . . similar to an old copper penny.
The photo below is of "Setter II" with a ferric nitrate patina . . . similar to a new copper penny.
The image below is of "Setter IV" with a ferric nitrate patina.
The image below is of "Setter II" with a cupric nitrate patina.
The image below is of "Setter II" with a ferric nitrate patina.
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Blog #391 . . . click on this link, then click newer posts.
The first photo depicts "Setter II" with a greenish "old-world" cupric nitrate patina.
Bronze is over 95% copper and cupric imparts a time-honored look . . . similar to an old copper penny.
The photo below is of "Setter II" with a ferric nitrate patina . . . similar to a new copper penny.
The image below is of "Setter IV" with a cupric nitrate patina.
The image below is of "Setter IV" with a ferric nitrate patina.
The image below is of "Setter II" with a cupric nitrate patina.
The image below is of "Setter II" with a ferric nitrate patina.
Go to the BLOG INDEX on the right for more information.
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