The Lost Wax Casting Process

Learn about the stages of the lostwax casting process, a metal casting technique used to create this Panamanian figural pendant, and many other gold ornaments from the region. Explore a 3D model of this object and learn more: Figure with Deer Antlers Pendant, 400700. Panama, Darién or Venado Beach region, Openwork style, 5th8th Century. Cast gold; overall: 7. 8 x 5. 3 x 2. 3 cm (3 1, 16 x 2 1, 16 x 7, 8 The Cleveland Museum of Art, Gift of Mrs. Benjamin P. Bole