Stewards of the Coast and Redwoods – 2017 Volunteer Celebration Auction
Auction Ends: Nov 29, 2017 08:00 PM PST

Art

Bronze dolphin statue

Item Number
269
Estimated Value
245 USD
Sold
105 USD to Merrile
Number of Bids
6  -  Bid History

Live Event Item

After the online close, this item went to a Live Event for further bidding. Absentee Bidding offered.

Item Description

This statue of three rising dolphins is made of bronze set on a black marble base.  The backs of the dolphins are a teal-dappled black while the chests are a gleaming copper-gold.

The sculpture was made in a foundry, with a wash of nitrates, sulphates and acids that reacts with copper in the bronze at high heat to form a mottled patina.  A clear coating applied over the finish prevents wear or corrosion.  

The piece is 17" high by 13" wide and weighs 10 pounds*.  The work is signed on the base by Donjo, the sculpture, in 2000.  Donjo's sculptures are intended to increase public awareness of the need for protection of endangered marine life.  

 

Item Special Note

Sales tax will apply as required by law. If the sculpture is not picked up at the auction or at the Stewards Volunteer Center within one week after the event, it will be mailed to the address provided and *mailing costs will be charged.  If no address is provided, the sale will be voided in 30 days, and you may consider it a tax-deductible donation.