Made of 20 and 26 gauge solid copper wire. The interior of the sculpture is composed of the heavier wire for strength. The outer layers are created using the thinner wire for a finer texture. The ends of every twig are hammered flat to create the leaves. This piece has already begun to patina producing a soft green color. The base is a very heavy 8"x1.5" solid clear glass container. The sculpture is mounted into the base using a bonding agent mixed with sea sand and small pebbles. The sea sand and smaller pebbles are painted yellow, green and white and giving the effect of moss.