All of the hand painted metal pieces from Old World Creations are hand cut from recycled steel 55 gallon drums. They have been cleaned, halved and beat into flat sheets by hand. The pattern, created by Mimi, is then drawn onto the metal to be skillfully cut with hammer and chisel into the desired shape. Then the true sculpting of the piece begins. Using a variety of chisels, the lines of definition are carefully applied in all of the right places, certain parts are pounded to round out the body of the piece, while other areas are cut and lifted. When complete, a rust preventive paint is applied and then the painted artwork begins. We strive toward realism and do our best to keep the quality of our designs up to a high level that we are proud to sell, you are proud to present in your shop and your customer is proud to display as a part of their home decor.