Construction
From old plaster molds new positives were produced. The area beneath each foot is thickened to provide support for the feet and toes. From each new positive, a rubber mold and support mold is created. Molds are then cast with a strong die stone or USG statuary plaster. After a curing period, the "blanks" are then ready for the primer and paint to be applied.
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Securing positives for mold making. |
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Photo depicts thickened material beneath the foot of the type 1 replica for added strength. |
Creating the illusion. |
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The type 2 replica is shown to be resting on a flat stone. The gila and stone is cast as a single piece. Each weighs approximately 9.5 lbs. Click photo to enlarge. |
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Type 1 replicas have thickened material beneath the feet for added strength. Each weighs approximately 3.5 lbs. |