October 31, 2026

Lucky Hermit takes shape in bronze

We are currently producing a bronze version of “Lucky Hermit” in collaboration with the renowned Strassacker Art Foundry in Süßen, Germany, whose reputation extends far beyond the region.

Wax model of Lucky Hermit at the Strassacker Art Foundry
The wax model of “Lucky Hermit” before casting.
Finishing the wax model of Lucky Hermit
Careful finishing of the wax model.

The photographs document individual stages of the complex casting process: the careful finishing of the wax model and the raw bronze casting before further chasing and patination.

Raw bronze casting of Lucky Hermit before finishing
The raw bronze casting before further finishing.

Founded in Süßen in 1919, the Strassacker Art Foundry has more than a century of experience in art casting. This collaboration brings our artistic work together with the craftsmanship and expertise of a long-established foundry.

Information panel about the history of the Strassacker Art Foundry in Süßen
The Strassacker Art Foundry in Süßen and its history.

We will continue to document the process and present the completed work in due course.