“Brave Heart”

Originally created for one of my best collectors, this lion was intended for an organization that helps to free children from slavery in other countries. On the chest you will see the heart of the lion, his hair blowing in the winds of the Serengeti, the polished sun on his side. This is the first sculpture in which I mixed realism with stylized modern shapes of the body. I created this for anyone going through a battle. The heart of the lion is displayed right on his chest in the design. 

John Maisano is fascinated by the artistic designs found in Celtic, African, Inuit and Tribal art which he incorporates into his sculptures. Each sculpture is inscribed with intricate designs derived from natural forms and structures. His sculptures range in size from treasures that can be held in the palm of one’s hand to larger-than-life monuments. His work focuses on graceful interpretations of animals shaped in a way that captures the life force of each animal and transforms it into something more.