The Art of Antler Reproductions - Part 2
In Part 2, Klaus Lebrecht demonstrates the painting technique and artistry involved with creating an antler reproduction
Elk antler chandelier
While male deer, moose, reindeer, caribou, and elk all grow antlers, the latter's bony crown is a favorite among designers who delight in transforming them into one-of-a-kind chandeliers. Elk antlers are particularly prized because they are longer and the branches are often more numerous and intricate. As such, an elk antler chandelier has a grander presence - a stunning piece of natural art that lends elegance and drama wherever they are installed. A Bit of History The antler chandelier first became popular among the medieval aristocracy at a time when the animals were hunted for food and sport. Collected as trophies, the antlered head was stuffed and mounted on walls. From there, the practice evolved as the antlers were used to hold candlesticks and hung on ceilings as a source of illumination and admiration. Through the centuries, the elk antler chandelier has undergone many transformations yet always retained its lofty stature in the art of interior décor....
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