The clay covering is then heated to remove the wax, hence the term 'lost-wax.' Molten brass is poured into the empty space once occupied by the wax. The clay mold is plunged into water and broken open. The brass casting is then removed and its surface is cleaned.
(Thomas Slater, Indianapolis, Indiana) sold on 25 October 1984 to Harrison Eiteljorg [1903-1997] of Indianapolis, Indiana; given to the Indianapolis Museum of Art at Newfields in 1989.