Bronze casting was invented by the Greeks in the 500s BC, and allowed sculptors to make multiple copies or casts of the same work. These bronze casts were hollow, and much lighter than marble sculptures. Artists continue to take advantage of the possibilities offered by bronze casting today. Below is a list of some of the most famous bronze sculptures, from Ancient Greece to the 20th century.
However,how to clean the Bronze Garden Sculpture?
1 Brush the sculpture with a nylon brush or toothbrush to eliminate any dirt that may be stuck to it.
2 Use the brush attachment of the vacuum cleaner to remove any residual loose dirt or dust particles.
3 Fill a container with warm water, and add enough bleach-free dish soap to make it sudsy.
4 Wash the Brass Outdoor Sculpture with a clean cloth dipped in the soapy water. Use a toothbrush to get into hard-to-reach areas.
5 Rinse the sculpture with clean water. You can rinse an outdoor sculpture with a garden hose. You can rinse an indoor sculpture in the sink.
6 Dry the sculpture with a soft, clean, dry towel to remove any excess moisture.
7 Apply a coat of wax to the sculpture once it is dry. This is best done on a warm sunny day so the sculpture can sit outside and absorb the wax. Use a brand of wax that is made for bronze. Carnauba or beeswax are good choices.
8 Allow the Metal Artistic Sculpture to sit for at least an hour before buffing it with a soft clean cloth.