JULIE BELL
PIECE PROFILES
VANSAL
The land is hushed. The sun spreads warmth and light to the floor of the ancient forest. Deep within the cover of the majestic trees, there is a place where neither human nor beast dares to venture. Here lies the lair of the mighty dragon, Vansal, the largest and most feared creature in the kingdom before time.
Things that reflect light into the colors of a rainbow carry this magnificent beast. Its massive size and awesome strength strike fear into the hearts of even its bravest foes.
The high wizards have commanded Vansal to protect the forest's balance of nature against all intruders - a monumental task, as the forest stretches to the end of the land and is constantly invaded by those seeking to remove its treasures.
Late one afternoon, after travelling a great distance, Vansal returns to its quiet lair for a short respite from the never ending role as protector. Perched on a gigantic rock, Vansal lowers its massive head to a crystal clear pool, fed by a rushing waterfall that spills down a boulder strewn rock face. With surprising gentleness, its forked tongue caresses the surface of the water, drawing energy into its huge body.
Soon, it will be time to return to the journey...
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NUMBER |
JB20100 |
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NAME |
VANSAL |
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TITLE |
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SCULPTOR |
UNKNOWN - From art by JULIE BELL |
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SIZE |
H - 37.5cm (14.75") / W - 21cm (8.25") / D - 26.7cm (10.5") |
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RELEASED |
May 2001 |
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RETIRED/SOLD OUT |
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LIMITED |
2000 (1000 for the UK/Europe & 1000 for America) |
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NUMBER ACTUALLY MADE |
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ORIGINAL SELLING PRICE (£/$) |
£125.00 ($165.00) |
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OTHER INFORMATION |
This Dragonsite piece was designed by Julie Bell but sculpted by an artist in Thailand who worked from Julie's original art |
The piece come with a certificate as shown below
Below is the original artwork by Julie Bell which is the inspiration for the piece, entitled "Morning Drink" Artwork copyright of Julie Bell
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The picture shown below is a special auction Vansal piece from a Dragonsite show in 2002, it is painted in shades of blue and pink by Chris Hughes, It sold for £400 and is now owned by collectors Krissy and Adrian Donati
Click on picture to see more close ups of this piece
The picture below is of a professional repaint by Tina Sherratt for collector Rebecca Murray
Click on picture to see more close ups of this piece
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