Beck’s bronze sculpture creations include, western cowboy bronzes, equine, horse sculptures, North American and African wildlife sculpture, as well as marine life and historic bronzes; including native American Indians, U.S Calvary and portrait figures, lumberjacks and gold prospectors bronze sculptures.
Commissions welcome, including life-size monuments i.e. statues.
Don Beck is indeed a renowned bronze sculptor based in Baker City, Oregon, where he maintains an in-residence studio gallery. His work focuses on limited-edition, museum-quality pieces crafted via the lost-wax casting process, appealing to collectors, investors, and public installations. The themes mentioned align closely with his portfolio:
- Western Cowboy Bronzes: Vivid depictions of cowboys, rodeo action (like bull riders), cattle drives, and loyal ranch dogs—perfect for indoor display or outdoor installations, including monumental statues.
- Equine and Horse Sculptures: From intimate studies to life-size or monumental horses, emphasizing anatomical precision and the animal’s dynamic energy, created by Beck’s personal horsemanship background.
- North American and African Wildlife: Realistic or stylized bronzes of big game such as; elephants, bears, and big cats, scalable for grand installations.
- Marine Life: Intricate, detailed sea creatures in bronze, blending realism with artistic flair.
- Historic Bronzes: Evocative figures from American history, including U.S. Calvary, Native American warriors, lumberjacks felling giant Redwoods of the Pacific Northwest, gold prospectors panning streams, and rugged mountain men— all rendered with meticulous historical research.
He also excels in portrait figures, capturing the essence of individuals or animals in custom bronzes of any scale. Commissions are a cornerstone of his art; he’s open to bespoke projects, from personal memorials to site-specific life-size monuments in bronze, silver, or even stainless steel. These can adorn homes, ranches, corporate spaces, or public plazas. For a glimpse into his process and available editions (including affordable Wildlife belt buckles starting at $240), check out the galleries on his site. If you’re interested in commissioning something, reaching out via the website is the best next step—they emphasize collaborative, tailored creations. What draws you to his style, or do you have a specific theme in mind?
Any sculptures displayed can be pointed up to life size or any scale, including monumental statues. Sculptor Commissions Welcome!
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Historic Bronzes
Historic bronze sculptures by bronze sculptor Don Beck
Don's historic bronze sculptures subjects include native American Indians, loggers, lumberjacks, gold mining prospectors, gold miners and mountain men bronze sculptures of their respective era.
As with all of Don's limited edition sculptures, these historic bronze sculptures are done to minute detail and authenticity to the respective era for the most discriminate fine art collectors, corporate and investors fine art portfolios alike.
If you have something of interest in bronze you can contact sculptor for potential commission work. All Historic Bronze sculptures can be pointed up to any scale, including monumental bronze sculpture or life size statues by bronze sculptor Don Beck
No More, Forever!
Chief Joseph, Nez Perce Indians, offering his Carbine to General O. Howard, October 1877. Limited Edition Bronze Sculpture on 2” Walnut base. Gun description: 44-40 “Yellow Boy” Carbine 1866 Kings Improvement from Original 1860 patent S/N 102596 ©1985 Don Beck 24”x10”x17” High Edition of 20
No More, Forever!
Detail of U.S. Cavalry General O. Howard, 1877 with Chief Joseph - Nez Perce Indians by bronze sculptor Don Beck.
No More, Forever!
U.S. Cavalry bronze sculpture. Detail of U.S. Cavalry General O. Howard, 1877 with Chief Joseph - Nez Perce Indians by western and wildlife bronze sculptor Don Beck, oregon, usa
No More, Forever!
© 1985 Don Beck 24”x10”x17” High Edition of 20 Chief Joseph, Nez Perce Indians, offering his Carbine to General O. Howard, October 1877, on 2” Walnut base. Gun description: 44-40 “Yellow Boy” Carbine 1866 Kings Improvement from Original 1860 patent S/N 102596
No More, Forever!
Detail of U.S. Cavalry General O. Howard, 1877 with Chief Joseph - Nez Perce Indians
No More, Forever!
Detail of U.S. Calvary General O. Howard, 1877 with Chief Joseph - Nez Perce Indians
No More, Forever!
Detail of U.S. Calvary General O. Howard, 1877 with Chief Joseph - Nez Perce Indians
Gold Fever
18" x 12" x 12"h
Historic bronze sculpture - 1980's Gold mining prospector wearing sorrels, hole in knee and rear pocked of Levis' with his highly detailed Winchester 30-30 model 94 carbine. Historic Gold prospecting bronzes
*Limited edition of 25 bronze sculpture © 1983 Don Beck
Quest for Adventure
10" x 6" x 16"H
1850-1860 era Mountain man running his trap line with his Hawken Percussion rifle in one hand and his beaver trap in the other limited edition historic bronze sculpture.
*Limited edition of 25 in Bronze ©1984 Don Beck
Quest for Adventure
Detail of 1850-1860 era Mountain man running his trap line with his Hawken Percussion rifle in one hand and his beaver trap
Quest for Adventure
Detail of 1850-1860 era Mountain man running his trap line with his Hawken Percussion rifle in one hand and his beaver trap
Lumberjack
16" x 12" x 17'H
Limited edition bronze sculpture of a 1890 - 1900 era logger "Lumberjack" upon a Pacific Northwest Giant Sequoia Redwood stump with his cross-cut saw, ax in hand, wedge in rear pocket, bottle of lubricant in stump with springboard depicting the pride of the loggers or lumberjacks of their day.
*Limited edition of 25 bronze sculpture ©1984 Don Beck
Lumberjack
Detail of Limited edition bronze sculpture of a 1890 - 1900 era logger
Lumberjack
Detail of Limited edition bronze sculpture of a 1890 - 1900 era logger
El Dorado
"Dreams do come true" 24" x 8" x 16” H
1860’s Gold prospector with Burro, pack and trappings, northeastern Oregon
* Limited edition bronze sculpture of 79 ~Photo of Original clay Maquette ©2006 Don Beck
El Dorado
Detail face gold prospector - 1860 era gold mining, Baker County, Oregon
El Dorado
Detail of pack saddle rigging
El Dorado
Detail of burro pack with trappings of the 1860 era gold prospecting in north eastern Oregon, Baker County
El Dorado
Detail of sculpture Eldorado, Gold mining prospector along the trail. Evidence of how the terrain can be hazardous at times for those in search of the allusive yellow metal.
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Wildlife Bronzes
WILDLIFE BRONZE SCULPTURES BY BRONZE SCULPTOR Don Beck
All wildlife bronze sculptures are finely crafted to bring life to any area. North American wildlife bronzes as well as African elephant and wildlife bronze sculptures are available. Sculpture commissions of any size, including monumental and life size sculpture. Sculptor commissions are accepted by wildlife bronze sculptor Don Beck.
Any sculpture shown can be pointed up to life size or to any scale, including monumental statues.
Reserved
13" x 8" x 6"H
Wildlife bronze sculpture depicting pair of Mallard Ducks, Mallard Drake swimming in pond with Mallard hen standing on partially emerged fallen tree preening her feathers.
*Limited edition of 75 in bronze. ©1984 Don Beck
Reserved
Detail of Wildlife bronze sculpture depicting pair of Mallard Ducks, Mallard Drake swimming in pond with Mallard hen standing on partially emerged fallen tree preening her feathers
New Beginnings
11" x 10" x 14
Depicting Nanny Goat with her kid goat beginning at an early are what is to be a way of life under the watchful eye of mother.
*Wildlife bronze sculpture - Limited edition bronze sculpture of 25 ©1983 Don Beck
New Beginnings
Detail of Depicting Nanny Goat with her kid goat beginning at an early are what is to be a way of life under the watchful eye of mother
Trophy Ram
3" x 3" x 7"H
Rocky mountain Bighorn sheep head study bronze sculpture.
* Limited edition of 150 in bronze and 50 in silver - Wild sheep ©1984 Don Beck
No Hunting
21" x 11" x 13"H
English Setter on point of pheasant beyond fence and no hunting sign.
* Sculpture in Limited Edition of 125 in bronze ~Photo of Original clay/wax Maquette ©1996 Don Beck
Patience
10" x 5" x 5"H
African lion bronze sculpture.
*Limited Edition of 150 in bronze ~ Photo of Original clay Maquette ©1994 Don Beck
Vanishing Giants
23" x 18" x 16"H
African elephant bronze sculpture. Inspired by the plight of the African elephants by the senseless slaughter of these gentle giants by poachers. African elephant on base in shape of the continent of Africa. “Akili” an African Elephant owned by neighbors in Etna, Ca. was used for life study.
African elephant bronze sculpture.
* Limited Edition 77 in bronze - 9 in silver ~Photo of Original clay/wax Maquette ©1989 Don Beck ~ Done to scale so can be pointed up to lifesize or to any scale
Vanishing Giants
Vanishing Giants - African elephant bronze sculpture of an African Elephant named Akili owned by sculptor's friends and neighbors while residing in Etna, CA. This bronze sculpture inspired by the senseless poaching for their ivory tusks by poachers.
Blue Heron
5" x 7" x 8"H
Great Blue Heron shore bird standing in pond bronze sculpture.
* Limited Edition - 150 in bronze ~Photo of Original clay Maquette ©2001 Don Beck
Protective Custody
27" x 19" x 21"H
Grizzly bear sow with her pair of first year cubs wildlife bronze sculpture.
"After hearing a sound in the woods the young grizzly cubs run to their mother for protection. She takes her role as mother very seriously!"* Limited edition of 75 in bronze
**Photo of original wax maquette ©1997 Don Beck
Protective Custody
Detail - Bronze sculpture Grizzly bears
Protective Custody
Close up view of back side of bronze sculpture Protective Custody Grizzly Bear sow with pair of cubs
Protective Custody
Detail front view of Grizzly bear sow with cubs showing squirrel peeping out of hollow log to check on the commotion that startled the bears.
Protective Custody
Detail: Grizzly bears bronze sculpture Protective Custody
Protective Custody
Grizzly bear cubs bronze sculpture detail of cubs. Grizzly Bear sow protecting her young cubs by wildlife bronze sculptor Don Beck, oregon, usa
New Beginnings
11" x 10" x 14
Rocky Mountain Goats. Depicting Nanny Goat with her kid goat beginning at an early are what is to be a way of life under the watchful eye of mother.
*Wildlife bronze sculpture - Limited edition bronze sculpture of 25 ©1983 Don Beck
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Marine Life Bronzes
Realism marine life bronze sculptures by marine life bronze sculptor Don Beck
All marine life bronze sculptures are done to exact detail and authenticity.Some of Don Beck's Marine life bronze sculptures done in stylized form as well as representational life like bronzes. Any of the bronze sculptures shown can be pointed up to life size or monumental statues by commission from the sculptor.Sculptor commission work welcome for any thing that you would like to capture in bronze.
Free Sailing
15" x 5" x 15"H
Sailfish sailing across the ocean blue marine life bronze sculpture.
*Limited Edition 125 in bronze - 15 in silver ~Photo of Original clay Maquette ©1989 Don Beck
Free Sailing
Back view of bronze sculpture Free Sailing.
Whoops
9" x 7" x 8"H
Marine life bronze sculpture - Largemouth Bass succumbs to temptation with regret.
Each bronze sculpture or silver sculpture arrives with an authentic bass fly....a touch of realism adds excitement!
*Limited edition of 150 in bronze and 50 in Silver ©1988 Don Beck
Save Me
6" x 3" x 4"H
Sculpture of Harbor Seal on dock on the Southern California pacific coast.
*Limited Edition 150 in bronze - 50 in silver ~Photo of Original clay Maquette ©1988 Don Beck
Bonding
8"H
Sculpture of Mother dolphin and her young at play.
* Limited Edition 150 in bronze ~Photo of Original clay Maquette ©1994 Don Beck
Spring Run
7" x 4" x 5"H
Steelhead fishing in the Pacific Northwest.
*Limited Edition 150 in bronze - 50 in silver ~Photo of Original clay Maquette ©1988 Don Beck
Chinook
8" x 5" x 8"H
Chinook Salmon headed up river to spawning grounds in the Pacific Northwest.
* Sculpture in a Limited Edition of 150 in bronze - 50 in silver ~ Photo of Original clay Maquette ©1988 Don Beck
At the Helm
10 x 16 x16” H
Stylized with a touch of realism: Pair of dolphins underwater scene with ships wheel and sea shells
* Limited edition sculpture of 75 in bronze – 50 in silver. ~Photo of Original clay Maquette ©2003 Don Beck
Peace and Prosperity
10" x 11" x 22”H
Stylized with a touch of realism: Pair of dolphins underwater scene with coral and sea shells –
* Limited edition sculpture of 75 in bronze – 50 in silver. ~Photo of Original clay Maquette ©2002 Don Beck
Let Freedom Ring
10 x 12 x 24”H
Stylized with a touch of realism: Three dolphins underwater scene with liberty bell, sea shells and fish
* Sculpture cast in a Limited edition of 75 in bronze – 50 in silver. ~Photo of Original clay Maquette ©2003 Don Beck
Frolicking
10" x 8" x 13"H
Sculpture of Dolphins at play
* Limited Edition of 125 in bronze - 15 in silver ~Photo of Original clay Maquette ©1988 Don Beck
Energy
6" x 5" x 8"
Marine life bronze sculpture of Adult Dolphin with her young exerting their natural energy doing what comes natural and enjoying the world they live in.
* Limited edition 150 in Bronze and 50 in Silver ©1994 Don Beck
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Portrait Bronzes
Portrait bronze sculpture by portrait bronze sculptor Don Beck
These elegant and delightful portrait bronze sculptures are done in minute detail and authenticity by Don Beck, even capturing the spirit of his subjects.
Realism and life like bronzes of any subject, contemporary and historic, people or animals, can be commissioned for site specific works and pointed up to any scale of sculpture, including life size monument sculptures or statues by the sculptor Don Beck.
No More, Forever!
17"h x 18"l x 9"w
1877 surrender of Nez Perce Indians, Chief Joseph to General O. Howard.
With very detailed 44-40 Winchester "Yellow Boy" carbine 1866 Kings Improvement from original 1860 patent S/N102596. Researched using photos of actual gun surrendered.
* Limited Edition of edition of 20 in bronze ©1985 Don Beck
No More, Forever!
© 1985 Don Beck 24”x10”x17” High Edition of 20 Chief Joseph, Nez Perce Indians, offering his Carbine to General O. Howard, October 1877, on 2” Walnut base. Gun description: 44-40 “Yellow Boy” Carbine 1866 Kings Improvement from Original 1860 patent S/N 102596
No More, Forever!
Detail of U.S. Cavalry General O. Howard, 1877 with Chief Joseph - Nez Perce Indians
No More, Forever!
Chief Joseph, Nez Perce Indians, offering his Carbine to General O. Howard, October 1877. Limited Edition Bronze Sculpture on 2” Walnut base. Gun description: 44-40 “Yellow Boy” Carbine 1866 Kings Improvement from Original 1860 patent S/N 102596 ©1985 Don Beck 24”x10”x17” High Edition of 20
No More, Forever!
U.S. Cavalry bronze sculpture. Detail of U.S. Cavalry General O. Howard, 1877 with Chief Joseph - Nez Perce Indians by western and wildlife bronze sculptor Don Beck, oregon, usa
No More, Forever!
Detail of U.S. Cavalry General O. Howard, 1877 with Chief Joseph - Nez Perce Indians by bronze sculptor Don Beck.
Spirit of Peace
27" H
Portrait bronze sculpture of contemporary woman with Peace dove.
"The spirit of peace....
God's gift to all mankind....
our part is only accepting it and living it !"...
*Sculpture is cast in a Limited edition of 27 in Bronze
**also available in pure silver sculptures ©1986 Don Beck
Spirit of Peace
Detail: Portrait bronze sculpture. Back view of domestic White Peace Dove bronze sculpture
Spirit of Peace
Detail of contemporary woman with peace dove by sculptor Don Beck
Spirit of Peace
Detail of front view of White Peace Dove sculpture
Spirit of Peace
Figurative bronze sculpture with peace dove World Peace bronze sculpture
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Western Bronzes
Western Bronze Sculptures by bronze sculptor Don Beck.
Representational western bronze sculptures highly detailed and thoughtful look great featured in museums or on display in the home or corporate office. Life size bronze sculptures for any outdoor setting, ranch, public or corporate display make a statement.
Any of the created bronze sculptures displayed can be pointed up to your choice of scale, life size or larger monument statues . Or contact us for any idea that you may envision for your private or public sculpture site specific display, indoors or outdoors; Cowboy, dogs, rodeo, bull riders and cattle bronze sculptures...
All of Don's work is done to minute detail with high quality castings of limited edition bronze sculptures. Don has the ability to capture even the spirit of each of his subjects for realism.
Pressing Ahead
26" x 10" x 19"H
Western bronze sculpture depicting the Contemporary western cowboy rounding up his strays along the dusty trail.
* Limited Edition sculpture of 21 in bronze ©1990 Don Beck - Cowboy with his polled Hereford cattle upon his ranch horse
River Crossing
53" x 45" x 48"H
Western cowboy bronze sculpture of a horse rancher with his loyal cowhand ranch dog, border collie dog, rounding up his young horses from the summer hill pasture, keeping up the pressure as they contemplate the river crossing while the foxes below on the river bank look on.
* Bronze sculpture in a Limited edition of 49 ~ Photo of Original Clay/wax Maquette ©1992 Don Beck
8 Seconds
22" x 10" x 20"H
National pro-rodeo finals bull rider bronze sculpture.
The Lane Frost story inspired this bronze sculpture.
* Limited edition of 75 in bronze
** Photo of original wax maquette ©1997 Don Beck
Maverick
12" x 4" x 9"H
The rodeo bull that has never been ridden.
*Limited Edition of 150 bronze sculpture ~ Photo of Original wax Maquette ©1996 Don Beck
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Equine Bronzes
Equine bronze sculptures by equine bronze sculptor Don Beck.
The majesty of the horse captured and cast in solid bronze sculpture. Equine bronze sculptures are cast in limited editions. Each horse is done in minute detail and anatomy. Don is able to capture even the spirit of his horses with years of personal experience working with, starting and training horses..
Equine bronzes sculptures can be made to any size or scale, including monumental statues.
Don Beck's life long love for horses are seen by the sculptors highly detailed work, even capturing the spirit of his subjects. Call for any potential commission services that you would like to discuss.
The American Quarter Horse
18" x 7" x 17"H
Equine bronze sculpture - American Quarter horse stallion bronze sculpture done to exact detail from live model.
*Limited edition sculpture of 27 in bronze ©1985 Don Beck
Concord Hope
26" x 9" x 23"H
French Percheron draft horse stallion gallantly prancing among the mares bronze sculpture.
*Limited edition of 33 in bronze ©1991 Don Beck
Expect the Best
8" x 7" x 5"H
Contented American Quarter Horse foal with no reason to not expect the best limited edition equine bronze sculpture ©1988 Don Beck.
*Limited edition of 150 in bronze and 50 in Silver
Expect the Best
Detail of Contented American Quarter Horse foal with no reason to not expect the best
Halter Broke
11" x 7" x 8"H
American Quarter horse young filly stretched to the limit, wanting to be free of her halter....freedom at last, halter broke and laying on ground equine bronze sculpture ©1988 Don Beck.
*Limited edition of 35 in bronze and 15 in silver
Winners Circle
15" x 20" x 14"H
Shire Draft horse yearlings bronze sculpture.
* Limited Edition 125 in bronze ~Photo of Original Wax Maquette ©1993 Don Beck
Treasure
24" x 9" x 25"
Horse rearing on beach with sea shells dodging the waves bronze sculpture.
* Limited Edition 63 in bronze ~Photo of Original clay/wax Maquette ©1994 Don Beck
Imprinting
26" x 17" x 18"H
American Quarter Horse Mare with foal on two intertwined hearts.
*Limited Edition bronze sculpture of 75 in bronze ~Photo of Original clay Maquette ©1992 Don Beck
Spring Song
17"x12"x13"H
American Quarter Horse mare with newborn foal and rabbit scurrying off in the background.
*Limited Edition Sculpture of 87 in bronze ~ Photo of Original wax Maquette ©1988 Don Beck
Stable Mates
5" x 6" x 9"H (each)
Pair of Bookends of two American Quarter Horses peering out their respective stalls.
* Limited Edition bronze sculpture of 150 cast in bronze ~ Photo of Original wax Maquette ©1989 Don Beck
Come Follow Me
24" x 21" x 25"H
Border Collie dog at work retrieving the horse that got loose with mirror representative of puddle reflections.
* Limited Edition bronze sculpture - 63 in bronze ~Photo of Original clay/wax Maquette ©1994 Don Beck
Treasured Memories
10 x 4 x 16”H
Finely detailed Carousel Horse with genuine gemstones inspired by childhood memories –
* Limited edition sculpture of 175 in bronze – 75 in silver. ~Photo of Original clay Maquette ©2010 Don Beck
Treasured Memories
Front view of bronze sculpture of Carousel Horse entitled Treasured Memories by bronze sculptor Don Beck
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Wildlife Belt Buckles
Collector series of Wildlife belt buckles offered in bronze and sterling silver
Each of Don's wildlife belt buckles are hand sculpted and undergoes the same sculpting casting process as the lost wax casting process as the sculptors bronze sculptures. Created for the wildlife enthusiast and collector of fine art. An excellent gift for the sportsman in your life. A wearable piece of work of art.
Bronze belt buckles are $240.00 each plus $12.00 S/H within the United States. Call or click Order - Call or contact us for Sterling Silver and Custom belt buckles prices and orders.
Rocky Mountain Bighorn Sheep
7010 - Rocky Mountain Bighorn Sheep (Wild Sheep) belt buckle shown here in bronze is one in the handmade collector wildlife series belt buckles by bronze sculptor Don Beck
Golden Eagle
7011 - Golden Eagle belt buckle shown here in bronze is one in the handmade collector wildlife series belt buckles by bronze sculptor Don Beck
Rocky Mountain Elk
7012 - Rocky Mountain Elk or wapiti belt buckle shown here in bronze is one in the handmade collector wildlife series belt buckles by bronze sculptor Don Beck
American Bald Eagle
7013 - American Bald Eagle belt buckle shown here in bronze is one in the handmade collector wildlife series belt buckles by bronze sculptor Don Beck
Pacific Northwest Rainbow Trout
7014 - Pacific Northwest Rainbow Trout belt buckle shown here in bronze is one in the handmade collector wildlife series belt buckles by bronze sculptor Don Beck. The rainbow trout migrates downstream and out into the ocean and become a steelhead and as an adult they return to their original river of hatch heading up to the headwaters to spawn and begin the cycle all over.
Mallard Ducks
7015 - Mallard Ducks, Drake and Hen belt buckle shown here in bronze is one in the handmade collector wildlife series belt buckles by bronze sculptor Don Beck
Belt Buckle Back
Belt Buckle Back
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Custom and Silver Belt Buckles
Custom and Silver Belt Buckles by bronze sculptor Don Beck
These belt buckles are handmade, sculpted with the highest detail and quality with the same process as his bronze sculptures. A belt buckle for that special wildlife or hunting club event and/or occasion.
Or have Don create a customized bronze or sterling silver belt buckle for someone you care about.
Call or contact us for Sterling Silver and Custom belt buckles prices and orders. Bronze buckles can be ordered on Menu above
Golden Eagle
Golden Eagle belt buckle cast in sterling silver with gold overlay
Rocky Mountain Bighorn Sheep
Rocky Mountain Bighorn Sheep (Wild Sheep) belt buckle cast in sterling silver with gold overlay.
Rocky Mountain Bighorn Sheep
Rocky Mountain Bighorn Sheep (Wild Sheep) belt buckle shown here in sterling silver is one in the handmade collector wildlife series belt buckles by sculptor Don Beck
Rocky Mountain Elk
The Rocky Mountain Elk belt buckle shown here in sterling silver is one of the Custom made elk buckles using clients elk ivories by bronze sculptor Don Beck
Rocky Mountain Elk
The Rocky Mountain Elk belt buckle in sterling silver. Custom made elk buckle with settings of elk ivories using clients elk ivories by bronze sculptor Don Beck
Rocky Mountain Elk
Rocky Mountain Elk in silver with ivories
Rocky Mountain Elk
Custom Rocky Mountain Elk bronze belt buckle cast in bronze with client's elk ivories by wildlife bronze sculptor Don Beck
Rocky Mountain Elk
The Rocky Mountain Elk belt buckle in bronze with elk ivory settings. Custom made elk buckle using clients elk ivories by bronze sculptor Don Beck
Rocky Mountain Elk
Rocky Mountain Elk belt buckle in bronze with clients elk ivory settings. Hand sculpted elk buckle in set with clients elk ivories by bronze sculptor Don Beck
