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Are you looking for inspiration? For more information about a cast? The blog contains posts about casts and artists as well as posts about our history, philosophy, and news!

photo of off-white plaster cast sculpture of baby hand on panel against black background

Little Hands and Little Feet

By Kayla Fletcher

Our predecessors, P.P. Caproni and Brother, molded the hands and feet of children and babies as well as adults, and today, these small plaster casts...

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closeup photo of white triangular plaster cast sculpture relief of the god Zeus in the center and the Giants around him on a gray background

Zeus & the Giants

By Kayla Fletcher

In our collection is a reduction of one section of the frieze that adorned the Altar of Zeus. P.P. Caproni and Brother created a reduction...

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photo of white plaster cast sculpture of female figure in drapery with white fence, trees, and blue sky in background

Pieces Coming Soon!

By Kayla Fletcher

Maybe it’s officially the end of summer here in New England, but things are just heating up! Here is what’s coming soon!

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Cast in the Same Mold

Cast in the Same Mold

By Lisa Benson

For a limited time, we are offering these two groupings at a discounted price if you buy either the three decorative panels or the two...

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Introducing a bust of Rosa Parks!

Introducing a bust of Rosa Parks!

By Lisa Benson

In recognition of Black History month, we wanted to share a new addition to our collection: an original sculpture bust of Rosa Parks!    ...

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An interesting bit of sculpture trivia

An interesting bit of sculpture trivia

By Lisa Benson

GUEST POST BY MICHAEL FLETCHER Have you ever gazed upon a sculpture - say, a bust such as our Alexander Hamilton Reduction  - and admired...

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photo of plaster cast sculpture of male figure, namely Saint George, standing in armor and resting shield in front, on dark gray background

Sometime in 1386... Donatello Was Born!

By Lisa Benson

Did you know that “Donatello” was actually the nickname given to the famous sculptor by family and friends? His full name was, in fact, Donato...

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graphic with antique, green Caproni catalog and gold, white, and purple presents on a wood table

Sale! Give One, Get One!

By Kayla Fletcher

In the spirit of gift-giving, we are offering a double discount to everyone! You can buy a piece as a gift, and then treat yourself...

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So you want to learn to draw?

So you want to learn to draw?

By Kathleen Shure

So you’ve bought a few casts, sharpened your pencils, but aren’t sure where to go from here. Or maybe you studied cast drawing years ago...

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