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“Buttin’ Heads” The Ritual

Bison breed in the summer. Male bison compete for mating rights, butting heads with other bulls. In these competitions, male bison may also lower their heads, paw at the ground, and emit a bellow which can be heard up to three miles away. This sculpture is called “Buttin’ Heads”, and was completed in late September of 2024.
The overall size is 23 inches long, 12 inches wide, and 12 inches high. It was designed to set on a shelf in your living room or studio, or better yet, on the mantle of your fireplace. It was sculpted using a two-part epoxy, and is coated with three colors of metallic wax. The sculpture is an original work by Robert M Walker, and is one of a kind. Your Friends will be amazed!!!

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Bison breed in the summer. Male bison compete for mating rights, butting heads with other bulls. In these competitions, male bison may also lower their heads, paw at the ground, and emit a bellow which can be heard up to three miles away. This sculpture is called “Buttin’ Heads”, and was completed in late September of 2024.
The overall size is 23 inches long, 12 inches wide, and 12 inches high. It was designed to set on a shelf in your living room or studio, or better yet, on the mantle of your fireplace. It was sculpted using a two-part epoxy, and is coated with three colors of metallic wax. The sculpture is an original work by Robert M Walker, and is one of a kind. Your Friends will be amazed!!!

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