Product Description
Haitian Metal Birds
It's Cactus - Metal Art Haiti
Create your own flock with this set of five birds on the wing. They look great together on the wall, but that is just one of many display ideas. Hang them on a special package, use them with a colorful ribbon to trim the tree or wreath during the holidays, or use a few together with other sculptures or wall art to create movement and "tell a story." One set - lots of possibilities!
Though it is protected with a weather-proof finish, this sculpture will rust over time, if exposed to outdoor weather. To prevent this from happening, grab a can of spray on enamel at the hardward store and go to it. Once a year should be plenty. It's a snap!
Each of these little birds comes with a hanger that has been riveted onto the back. If you are displaying them outside and you need a little more "insurance" against them flying away, there are two things you can do. First, take a hammer and bang down the hanger 'til it's almost closed and the nail head is a snug fit. Second, take another nail with a small head and bang it into the wall in the notch between the bird's body and lower wing. The nail will virtually "disappear" into the sculpture once it's hung. Nothing to it!
This piece is hand cut from recycled 50 gallon steel drums. Both ends of the drum are removed and placed inside of the remaining cylinder along with scrap paper, dried banana or sugar cane leaves. It is set on fire, to burn off any paint or residue. When cooled, the drum is cut down the side and flattened out to create a "metal canvas" of approximately 3' x 6', upon which the design is drawn. Using hammer, chisel and various primitive tools, the shape is cut and the various decorative patterns are pounded into the metal, creating a unique and treasured piece of primitive art. The finished design is coated with a protective finish. Can be hung indoors or outdoors.
Care of Sculpture: Made of recycled steel, this sculpture will rust over time if it is exposed to the elements. This isn't necessarily a bad thing, some people like the look of a weathered patina. If that isn't you, don't despair. Taking five minutes once a year to apply a spray-on enamel clear coat will keep your sculpture looking exactly the same as the day you bought it.
**Although we try our best to photograph in a way that best represents the color, due to the nature of photography, lighting, computer resolution, other factors, colors may vary slightly in person.
