Native to China, the ginkgo is one of the oldest living tree species in the world. It is the lone survivor of an ancient group of trees that date back to before dinosaurs roamed the earth - as far back as 245 million years ago!
This elegant, multi-toned ginkgo wall sculpture features a warm golden yellow color palette inspired by the beauty of ginkgo trees. The fan-shaped leaves are crafted by hand and colored by fusing shades of powdered glass onto solid copper which are then kiln-firing the piece in extreme heat. Measures approximately 41" long x 21" high x 3" deep.
Located in Connecticut, Bovano of Cheshire is renowned for their remarkable works of art crafted from enameled copper in inspiring and colorful detail.
Details
- Work of art hand made by skilled artisans
- Enameled copper sculptural wall art
- 1600 degree kiln fired
- Conceived, designed and created in Cheshire, Connecticut since 1952
- Measures approximately 41" long x 21" high x 3" deep
- All dimensions are approximate due to the hand crafting of the item
About Bovano of Cheshire
Bovano of Cheshire is a renowned wildlife and nature enameled copper sculpture company founded in 1952 by artist Jim Bower. Bower began what became his lifelong trade by blending metalworking and sculpture using a unique process of fusing powdered glass to copper.
Over the years the family has grown their selection into an array of stunning wall and desktop sculptures featuring birds, sea creatures, flowers, and botanical elements. To this day, each Bovano sculpture is crafted from start to finish by skilled artisans in Cheshire, Connecticut.