Solid Bronze Large Hare Boxing (1161) by Michael Simpson

This is one of Michael Simpson’s larger sculptures of a Hare in the classic Boxing stance. You can see it stretching to full height, using its long legs to gain extra leverage, as it boxes its potential mate. In the Hare world suitors show their interest in what we might think of as aggression, but in fact no-one is hurt.

This beautiful hare is made in solid foundry bronze using the ancient method of lost wax casting. The design finished by the art of patination where various acids are applied to the surface of the bronze and heat applied to create a deep rich brown patina.  Then bronze is then sealed with a special wax which further enhances the colour and protects the bronze for years to come.