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Old 07-09-2009, 09:56 PM
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A couple of weeks ago I was asked by a member of a local horse riding club if I would make a base for a horse sculpture that they were going to use as an annual youth award for their club.

The bronze sculpture was donated to the club as a memorial to a deceased member that was very active in their youth program.

Below are pictures of what I came up with. The base is made of black walnut 3 1/4" h x 8"w x 15" long. The finish is sprayed on lacquer.

I donated the base to their worthy cause. The club is having a brass memorial plate made for the front of the base.

Thanks for looking.
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Old 07-09-2009, 10:13 PM
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that's very nice, Brian. I like black walnut and the intricate little brick design work, adds to the appeal.
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Brian,The base really does a nice job of not only displaying the sculpture, but it compliments it very nicely. Together it is a beautiful peice.

Safe Carving and God Bless,

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Old 07-10-2009, 07:37 AM
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very nice work!!!

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Old 07-10-2009, 09:09 AM
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Definitely adds to the sculpture, well done Brian. Donating your work was also a nice gesture.
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Great looking base!
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REALLY nice.
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Old 07-10-2009, 12:21 PM
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Thanks for the comments.

The club is going to award this to a different member each year. Each winner will have their name and date engraved on a brass plate and attached to the base. That is why there is no decoration between the corners.
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Very nice Brian !


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Old 07-11-2009, 09:20 AM
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Nice work, Brian - that brickwork effect is great.

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