Artist: Phil VanderleiTitle: Frog on Rock
Edition: 155 of 500
Period of Manufacture: c.1980
Location of Manufacture: Nipomo, California
Dimensions: 6"(h) x 5"(d) x 6 1/2"(w)
Weight: 5 pounds, 6.8 OUnces

For your consideration is a richly detailed sculpture by California artist Phil Vanderlei. The sculpture depicts a limber tree frog clinging to a sloping rock. The sculpture has a rich warm patina with verdigris and is loaded with character. The backside of the frog's leg is hand inscribed "Vanderlei 155/500".

Phil Vanderlei was born and raised in Bakersfield, California. His grandfather, Mayor of Bakersfield for several terms, was a blacksmith, and Phil learned metal working and welding techniques while working in his grandfather’s shop. Phil began his art career working directly with the metal, welding sculptures in a variety of styles. During the later 60′s and throughout the 70′s he was commissioned to create several large sculptures for various banks. He also designed pieces for movies sets, most notably Rod Serling’s series “Night Gallery”. During the 80′s, in order to enhance the detail and quality of his work, Phil began sculpting in clay and wax. Nature is the inspiration for his wildlife and sea life series and he has created and produced many pieces that were sold in numerous art galleries throughout the United States.

Provenance: From a private collection in San Antonio, Texas.

Keywords: Amphibian animal toad nature boulder patinated textured paperweight signed fine CA art handmade forged decor decorative

Item is in excellent condition with no damage, breaks, cracks, wear or repair. Please see all images for more information on conditon.

6 x 5 x 6.5 in

87 oz