I was half way through this transformation, when I realized I hadn't taken a before photo. These birds are syroco composition, and were painted gold. They had great details that weren't being highlighted. They were perfect candidates for my "Old World" finish.
Layers of grey, with a wash of gesso. The finish brought out the intricate details.
They're a good size. The tall one is over 13".
I love the way they turned out.
I have several variations to this technique I'll be sharing with you, including multiple colors.
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I love birds and those are gorgeous!!
Blessings,
Aledia
These turned out very nice... I just purchased an old mirror and am hoping to try some of your techniques out on the frame. As always, you inspire!
Blessings!
Geneva
Very pretty! At our last house we had peacocks wandering around--it reminds me of that:)
They are just beautiful!
x
Melissah from Coastal Style & Country Style chic
Gold? Yikes. Love what you've done with them.
My Mom still has these birds - yes, still in gold. She bought them from Home Interiors in the 80s. Maybe I'll "inherit" them some day & change them up! :) Great job!
These look great, Rosemary! I could just see them set up in a centerpiece or tabletop vignette, too!
Just gorgeous...love the detailing!
~Des
Beautiful...and the detail is exquisite!
The birds are exquisite. I love the details that the gesso brings out. No one would never know they were once gold.
Gorgeous! Love the gray you've chosen!
Beautiful, Rosemary! I'm looking forward to another "lesson" from you! :)
xoxo laurie
WOW!!!! these birds are stunning!They sure would look lovely in a garden or a room full of flowers..
I've seen these in the gold before. What a difference your technique has made.
Laura
Lovely!
Those are very pretty! The details in the feathers turned out ver nice.
your finish did bring out the beautiful details--just lovely!
What a marvelous job you did!...They are spectacular and fitting for many vignettes throughout the house!
Love them!
OMG!, I'm in love with those peacocks sweet Rosemary! Never ending talent, darling! Have a terrific week.
FABBY
They look great Rosemary! I love that finish! FAA....Vanna
Rosemary, the birds are sooo lovely. I can see them outside with a beautiful wicker set, or old iron bench, lots of ferns hanging etc., pitcher of iced tea in vintage glasses.... :) Just lovely.
Rosemary they're gorgeous!
I LOVE the birds ! I am always picking up birds of some kind too ! Thanks for stopping by my blog and commenting:) I'm now following you via Linky.
Stunning birds. You know birds are in big time this year. I so admire you work. Thanks for visiting. Have a great week.
Hi Rosemary, I like the way these birds turned out!
Few days back I purchased some similar artifacts...there is also a bird. So I am hoping to try some of your techniques. Thanks for the inspiration!
- Mehul
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