At this time of year—late in the summer, heading towards autumn—I see the birds busily scurrying-about, preparing for the winter chill to come. I imagine that they are eating as much as they can, preparing for a long flight south (or a cold hunkering-down here in Pennsylvania). Over the next several days, we'll be sharing som of our favorite birds, now in-stock at LEO Design.
This little fellow, round as a ball, seems to be well-prepared for the coming season. Perhaps he is too well prepared? Can he still even fly? His fluffed-up feathers suggest that he's preserving heat—or that he's a little miffed, at what we will never be sure.
He's made of cast brass, finished with a verdigris bronze patina. The sculptor has captured a certain energy—an attitude—an undeniable personality in his work. Click on the photo above to learn more about it.
Though our Greenwich Village store is now permanently closed, LEO Design is still alive and well! Please visit our on-line store where we continue to sell Handsome Gifts (www.LEOdesignNYC.com).
To arrange a visit our Pittsburgh showroom (by private appointment only), please call 917-446-4248.