Brass, Lost Wax Cast, Vintage Large Oval Openwork Beads, 40x24mm, Sold Individually
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$4.00
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Description
- These beads are priced and sold individually
- Vintage lost was cast beads large oval openwork beads made in Cote d'Ivoire
- To make a lost wax cast bead, every single bead must first be made in wax. The wax bead is then covered in fine clay, dried, and then heated so the wax runs out. Next the newly created mold is filled with molten brass. Once cooled the mold is broken to release the bead. The mold cannot be re-used. Each bead is unique. Next steps involve cleaning, grinding off any traces of sprues, and polishing.
- Look at the fine detail of the braided strands of was in this bead. Impressive!