How is done a statuette "Oscar"

In 1939 the librarian of the Academy, and later its executive director, Margaret Herrick, exclaimed at the sight of statues: "This figure reminds of my Uncle Oscar!". From the moment the most prestigious film prize art is called that way.

Each year, a small foundry factory in Chicago receives major order from Los Angeles: cast figurine knight, hoisted on the reel of film.

First, a mixture of molten tin and lead is poured into the form. This is followed by grinding

The biggest problem - the eyes, of "Oscar." If there are too deep furrows, "Oscar" may break during grinding. These are returned to the facility.