Heron in Flight Over Reeds in Golden Bronze, 1970s

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Heron in Flight Over Reeds – Gilded and Patinated Bronze – Second Half of the 20th Century. Object: Animal sculpture. … Read more Heron in Flight Over Reeds – Gilded and Patinated Bronze – Second Half of the 20th Century. Object: Animal sculpture. Theme: Crane or heron taking flight. Material: Bronze. Technique: Casting, chiseling, polishing, and patination. Style: Modernist. Probable period: 20th century. Country of origin: Europe, country not identified. Color: Gold, brown, and green patina. Height: 28 cm. Width: 25 cm. Depth: 11 cm. Signature: Unidentified. Decorative bronze sculpture depicting an elegant crane or heron taking flight over reeds and aquatic vegetation. The bird has a polished gold finish, open wings, and carefully engraved plumage. The gilded body contrasts with the darkened bronze base and vegetation, with brown and green patina. The dynamic composition and two-tone finish are characteristic of 20th-century modernist decoration. Condition: In good condition with signs of use consistent with its age. See less