![]() ![]() This paper introduces the methodology of perceptive categories through which an empirical analysis of skill is achievable, taking European Bronze Age metalworking as a case study. Initial results suggest that the colours of bronze luxury furniture vary greatly, and that the spectrum of colours is a product of bronze alloy composition, and of the techniques used in finishing the surface, either polishing or patina application. Some platelet samples from this collection of swatches have also been analysed to determine their elemental composition and their patina, so as to compare them to archaeological materials. This study combines the processes of the lost wax method and the addition of polychrome bronze surfaces (patina, inlay and gilding). The collection of swatches I created gathers the spectrum of colours of antique bronzes, and allows for a restoration the original colours of the objects of my study: Greco-Roman bronze furniture. Archaeological bronzes also may suffer from overly aggressive restorations which scour original surfaces or cover them with a layer of paint imitating green corrosion. Unfortunately, copper alloy materials recovered from archaeological sites suffer from the effects of time and deposition, which may lead to corrosion and discolouring of the surface, often appearing green or brown. Other metals and alloys (copper, silver, gold, Corinthian bronze) can be inlaid by damascening, or by plating to create polychrome decorations. The colour of the alloy can be maintained by polishing, but it is also possible to give a patina to the surface of bronze using a reagent. Hellenistic and Roman bronze objects have a variable percentage of metals, and because of this the colour of the alloy will differ depending on the proportions. □ Anyway, just rub a pinch of cornstarch or powder into the wax to remove the shine.Īnd that’s it! I love these little tea light holders with their new dynamic finish, but wouldn’t this same technique be amazing on an old metal plant stand? Or an intricately carved frame? Or a metal figurine? The possibilities are almost endless!Īnd your cornstarch will thank you for allowing it to take part in a beautiful, creative endeavor.Bronze is an alloy of copper and tin, with lead also added. I originally thought about using baby power (which I think would work great), but the cornstarch was closer. ![]() I wanted to seal my work with wax, but I didn’t want the sheen of wax. You’re probably asking why there is a box of Corn Starch in the last picture… True oxidized copper has a chalky finish (which looks a lot like non-sealed chalk-based paint). wax with clear wax to seal (feel free to use some dark and/or gold wax in places to create greater variation).while paint is still wet, spritz with a spray bottle of water and watch the paint run… rub it in places if desired to allow more of the underneath layers to show through.paint with a 1:2 mixture of CCP vanilla frosting: tropical cocktail… do NOT let it dry.wax with CCP gold wax (this imitates the shimmer of real copper and provides a resist for your next layer).paint with CCP chocolate tart (in retrospect, a combo of chocolate tart and brandy might have been better)… let dry a full day.sand object to be painted (not normally required with chalk-based paints, but these had paint flaking off… it’s always important to remove any flaking paint).If you need a recipe to create your own, go here. I used all Country Chic Paint products, and I find that they layer, distress, and “play” beautifully, but you could certainly attempt a similar effect with any chalk-based paint. The process involves quite a few steps, but each is quick and easy. To do so, I found some old glass tea light holders that had seen better days… I’d say they’re much improved now. ![]() ![]() So I recently acquired that gorgeous tall candlestick, and I loved the finish so much that I decided to undergo a little creativity therapy and try to create green patina myself. You know those items you have in your pantry? The ones you hardly ever use but you always have a big box taking up space? Please tell me I’m not the only one! Well, my friends, today’s tutorial will not only help you achieve some super gorgeous faux metal patina, it will help justify the square inches being eaten up by one of those random products in your pantry. ![]()
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