Contemporary Menorah P09528-P00057 Some of the belt course

Some of the belt course bricks are copper rather than brass

set in a rain-textured solid 22k gold bezel on an argentium silver triple-ring band

Crafted from 24k gold-plated sterling silver

creating a dynamic interplay between the colors and adding an element of complexity that invites the eye to look closer and explore the nuances within the piece

Blown glass vessel with assorted hand-pulled millefiore decoration and dark cobalt trim

Contemporary Menorah P09528-P00057 Some of the belt courseStarting with an original sculpture which Nelles makes out of wax, wood, metal or resin, he makes a series of molds until he creates a master pattern called a matchplate. Special molding sand is rammed on this pattern to make a sand mold. Molten bronze is then poured into the mold at 2150 degrees F. Many hand finishing operations go into each casting. Grinding, cutting, sand blasting, and tumbling, are all employed before a final patina finish is