Painted Weevil (Eupholus bennetti), 2024

Painted Weevil (Eupholus bennetti), 2024

Made primarily of resistors, transformer wire, watch parts, and springs, this specimen is inspired by the Painted Weevil found in Papua New Guinea.

Found objects (camera parts, watch parts, electronics, transformer wire), pressure-cast urethane resin, mdf, stain, custom aluminum brackets, stainless / steel hardware

Cast: 3.87 x 1.19 in (9.83 x 3.02 cm)
Panel: 8 x 8 in (20.32 x 20.32 cm)

• Certificate of Authenticity included.
  
• Embossed signature label on bottom of cast.
  
• Hex key and drywall fastener included.
  
• Includes three custom designed brackets by Lex.
  
• There may be slight surface imperfections on all casts including small surface bubbles or curved edges. I highlight other notable blemishes in the images.
  
• The cast creature is susceptible to fingerprints, clean with a small amount of window cleaner and a soft cloth.
  
• Keep out of direct sunlight or high-emitting UV lights.
  
• Avoid extreme temperatures and rapid temperature variations.
  
• All images, concepts, artwork and content © Lex Talkington. All Rights Reserved.