Solid Brass Happiness Sundial (#2303)

The time to be happy is now. The place to be happy is here" reads the life affirming motto on this sundial. The words are enveloped by a block print style floral design that gives a traditional feeling to the sundial. The bold yet simple gnomon is a tasteful complement to the dial face. OUT OF STOCK This 11.75" (measured diagonally)sundial is made by Rome Industries using the ancient art of sand casting. To cast the dial, an impression of the sundial pattern is made into high quality sand designed specifically for brass casting. Molten brass is then poured into a hole in the sand that fills the mold. After cooling, the sand surrounding the sundial is removed and the finishing process begins. The sundial is given a two-tone antique finish that has a nice contrast between the verdigris of the flat & recessed parts of the dial with the polished letters and raised features. The finish is hand buffed & polished which will make for slight variances in the antiquing and polishing from