Ancient African sculpture

This ancient African sculpture was found in a flea market and embellished with gold. Its wooden tongue was coated with several layers of blanc de Troyes (calcium carbonate), finely sanded and covered with gold plate and fine gold leaf. Then the surface was polished with agate stone for a shiny finish, a technique known as 'gilding in tempera'.

Gold Leaf, Wood, Sculpture

Crafted by

Silke Droessaert