How is bronze sculpture made?

Bronze sculpture is typically made using the lost-wax casting method. First, an artist creates a model of the sculpture in wax or another material, which is then covered in a heat-resistant mold. Once the mold is set, the wax is melted away, creating a cavity into which molten bronze is poured. After the bronze cools and solidifies, the mold is removed, and the sculpture is finished with polishing and patination to achieve the desired surface texture and color.