Verdigris harnesses the naturally occurring process of oxidisation. We start with bronze and apply a solution which expedites the colouration typically incited by exposure to the elements. A blue-green hue emerges, producing a varied yet even effect across the surface. There’s a smooth and slightly milky quality to the finish which brings levity to weighty bronze forms.
Some of our designs can be made from Bronze or Brass, and we can offer a variety of different looks by using patinations and hand polishing techniques. A patina is the oxidisation of bronze, which can happen naturally over time, or the process can be sped up by manually heating the surface of the bronze and adding alkaline or acidic salts which helps to create a range of different effects. We treat all of our patinations with a layer of wax which helps to preserve the patina and stop the surface oxidising further.
