Marlin
$7,800.00
Our marlin sculptures capture the imposing size and aggressive fight that makes them one of the most legendary big gamefish in the ocean. These one-of-a-kind marlin sculptures encapsulate the heart-pounding sheer power that makes landing one of these leviathans a crowning achievement demanding grit and endurance.
Description
Our marlin sculptures capture the imposing size and aggressive fight that makes them one of the most legendary big gamefish in the ocean. I sketch each design to showcase their iconic spear-like bill, rigid dorsal fin, vibrant azure blue colors and muscular torpedo-shaped body.
Every marlin sculpture gets meticulously cut from durable 316 stainless steel before artful hand shaping and extreme fire coloring permanently sets shades of cobalt blue, silver, and navy undulating across their large forms. No two sculptures are identical, echoing the individual spirit and intensity that pulses through these apex predators.
Finished marlin sculptures are fitted by hand with rugged wooden bases featuring a distressed saline finish or sturdy wall mounting brackets ready to display these trophies. Though built to withstand years along the coastline, fittings should be checked when installed in an oceanside retreat.
For interior decoration or to highlight an angler’s dream catch, these one-of-a-kind marlin sculptures encapsulate the heart-pounding sheer power that makes landing one of these leviathans a crowning achievement demanding grit and endurance. Crafted in honor of those battling the mighty black, blue or striped marlin.
Measures 84″ x 70″
*All of our sculptures come with stainless steel brackets and hardware for mounting.
Additional information
| Face | Left, Right |
|---|---|
| Items | 84" x 40" |
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Armando R. Hevia, a passionate artist and sport fisherman enthusiast, was born in Havana, Cuba, but moved to the U.S. as a young child. He has lived Orlando, Florida since 1972. Fortunately, Florida is a premier destination for fishing, and the open seas have given him a wide realm of both observation and discernment, fueling his creativity to replicate sea life in his own vision.
Armando has always loved to draw, and studied both Commercial Art and Welding at Mid-Florida Tech in Orlando. His welding knowledge prompted him to experiment with creating his first metal sculpture over 20 years ago. What began as a hobby has turned into much more, and he has methodically developed his stainless steel sculptures depicting sea life. All sculptures begin with a hand drawn design before the metal is cut to the proper specifications of each fish. He then grinds each piece to add depth and dimension into each piece. The array of colors is achieved by controlled heat, a process known as fire color. The colors are not painted on, but rather drawn out of the metal by different temperatures of heat. The colors are then embedded into the steel permanently. Each piece is original, and no two pieces are alike.
Armando not only has a passion for, but takes pride in each piece of art he creates. It is clear he has an innate, intuitive gift for art, and is willing and able to create anything the mind can imagine.