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The original
mold is made of
silicon rubber and
then filled with wax —
95 lbs.
of it!
After the
sculpture is
cleaned off, the
arms
are attached.
MORE ON
MAKING THE
ACTOR
®
The most critical
part is applying the
slurry wax
and a layer of silica,
which preserves
the fine details.
750 lbs.
of bronze
is used for
the casting
process.
It takes
10
workers
from the foundry,
from start to finish.
Final polish, and
The Actor
®
is ready.
