Heather Unruh_Nantucket Coppersmith working with copper

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HANDCRAFTED COPPER ART

Copper becomes my canvas, as I hammer in characteristic details and then layer on oxidizing agents which give each piece an original, authentic patina. Patination is a balance of art and science, and I find it very satisfying to express with both form and finish. I work with a local finish carpenter who custom-makes the frames.

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Moby Dick

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This is the biggest whale I have ever created. The story of Moby Dick is part of Nantucket lore. Author Herman Melville was inspired by the true story of Nantucket whaler, Captain Pollard of the ill-fated Essex ship.

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Dimensions 74”w x 29”t

$7200

Large Moby Dick whale copper sculpture in a white-ish patina finish.

Heather Unruh holding large Moby Dick copper whale sculpture

Whale in Blue Frame

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Sperm whales are my most sought-after copper pieces. I love the way this one pops, set on this beautiful Naval blue custom frame created by a local finish carpenter.

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Dimensions 52”w x 20”t
$3500

Copper whale sculpture in white finish on custom dark blue frame by Nantucket Coppersmith

Close up of copper whale sculpture in white finish on custom dark blue frame by Nantucket Coppersmith

Sanderling Pipers

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This piece is a first. I am constantly inspired by Nantucket Island’s lovely shorebirds. I can watch the Sanderlings for hours as they run along the sandy beaches feeding.

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Dimensions 14”w x 34” h
$1500

7 Sanderling piper birds in various stages of movement in green and copper finish, mounted on a white wooden board_Nantucket Coppersmith

Jo Duce

“When I saw Heather’s Octopus, I knew that I had to have it. Looking at it made me feel happy. The colors and texture are just brilliant. It’s an exceptional piece of art that I look forward to waking up to every morning. I love it!”