Acclaimed artist Christopher Pardell's evocative "Sacajawea" Native American Sculpture from Starlite Studio pays unique and lifelike tribute to the brave woman who guided Lewis & Clark during their exploration of the Louisiana Purchase territories in the early 1800s. The sculptor's breathtaking details, from her wise expression to the pattern of her blanket, are handcrafted in fine bronze and mixed media, and brought to life by a finishing process that includes precise acid etching and the application of chemical "hot patinas." Celebrate the timeless beauty and organic harmony of a noble ancient culture. "Sacajawea" is crafted with pride by the artisans of Starlite, and limited to an edition of 350 pieces. Proudly made in the USA.
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About Starlite Originals
Starlite Originals celebrates an innovative and gorgeous balance of classic Old World artistic traditions and modern perspectives, methods, materials and styles. This artwork represents the individual visions of the gifted artists that design and sculpt for Starlite Originals Studios, as well as the company's commitment to showcasing new and provocative looks and styles.
Founded in California in 1972 as a family-owned fine art print and publishing company, Starlite Originals has grown to embrace its role as a foundry for innovative emerging artists working in a range of materials. Many Starlite Originals pieces are sculpted in resin and then encased in crystal-clear, hand-carved Lucite.
The creative process at Starlite Originals begins with each artist carefully carving their vision in soft sculptural clay called plasticine. After the first carving, a team of master mold makers craft first-generation models using the traditional "lost-wax" casting method. A variety of metals may be used in each sculpture, including hand-tooled finishing elements like Lucite, wood, brass, fine pewter, copper, and 24k gold vermeil. The vibrant colors in each sculpture are a result of a patina technique using heat, various chemicals, and acid to permanently oxidize the colors to the metal sculpture.
