Set of 3 Australian “Realities Cold Cast Bronze” Sculptures – Gold Panner, Blacksmith & Swagman – Thora NSW
Condition: Excellent vintage condition. All three figures show minimal wear with rich patina and no chips, cracks, or repairs. Felt bases and maker’s plaques remain intact. Sold as a set.
Description: A fine set of three Australian cold cast bronze sculptures produced by Realities Cold Cast Bronze in Thora, New South Wales. Each figure depicts an iconic scene of early Australian working life — a gold panner, blacksmith, and swagman — sculpted in lifelike detail with textured surfaces and expressive character.
Cast using a mixture of real bronze powder and resin, these figures capture the look and weight of solid bronze at a fraction of the mass, and were typically handcrafted in limited batches during the 1980s–1990s. They remain highly collectible examples of Australian art sculpture celebrating bush craftsmanship and colonial industry.
Features:
Maker: Realities Cold Cast Bronze
Origin: Thora, New South Wales, Australia
Era: Late 20th century (c. 1980s–1990s)
Material: Cold cast bronze (bronze powder & resin composite)
Subjects: Gold panner, blacksmith, swagman
Finish: Bronze patina
Marking: Brass label to felted base
Height (approx.): 20–25 cm each
Sold as: Set of three
Shipping: Carefully packed for protection during transit. Pickup: Available by arrangement.
