Bovano metal wall sculptures are a long and delicate process that requires
skilled individuals to complete. Each Bovano sculpture is cut from raw copper
into the numerous and varied shapes required for each design. Finely ground
glass powders are then gently applied to the copper surface. Through the skill
of Bovano Artisans, the glass powders and the copper shapes are arranged
for the desired design.
The glass is then fused at 1600 degrees after the application of ground glass
is completed. This process occurs by placing each copper shape in to a
furnace and firing it. By the intense heat of the furnace, the glass fuses to the
copper after it achieves a red hot molten state.
When the copper enameled shape is removed from the red-hot furnaces, the
glass cools. Molten glass cools into bright reds, greens, yellow, and blues in
hundreds of different hues.
Dramatic and brilliant colors, which are unlike any other medium, are achieved
during the firing process. Often translucent or transparent in appearance, a
jewel-like finish is created with the enduring beauty and quality of glass. The
colors will keep their unusual brilliance forever.
But, the creation of the copper enamels is just one step in the creation of a
Bovano sculpture. Now the sculpture itself must be crafted and combined with
the copper enamels. This is done, again, through the skill, dedication, and
patience of people at Bovano who have the ability to compose a concept into a
completed work of art.
Welded steel structures, brazed with bronze and brass, polished, buffed and
coated to protect it's finish, allows the essence of the sculpture's design to
come to life. Each individual and carefully welded joint is delicate by its very
nature. The skilled welder molds steel in to the finished sculpture.
This bonding completes the creation of the sculpture through the skill and
knowledge of the craftsman. The design is now complete and ready for
shipment to locations around the world.
Inspired by scenes of reef fish and coral, songbirds in their natural setting and
herons standing in their natural pose, Bovano has created a wonderful and
unique group of products.
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