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Armature supports are essential for clay and some wax modelling. We can supply a range of bust pegs, figure (back) irons, sliding armature supports and various types of armature wire to suit the job in hand.
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Fixed Iron Armatures
Also known as Figure or Back Irons. Available in four sizes. The height is to the crossbar.
Sliding Armatures
Adjustable armature support for animals, figures etc. It is possible to vary the angle of the upright arms in any direction (to follow the slant of the figure etc), and vary the height or depth of th...
Mills Armature Holder
Tubular armature holder mounted on its own feet; designed by John Mills. There is a hole partway down to take a 9.5mm (3/8”) bar if required for shoulders. The armature is simple to use, and very p...
Aluminium Wire
Square or Round Aluminium Armature Wire. The square is specially made for Tiranti’s in four sizes. The three smaller sizes - and the two sizes of round wire - are sold by weight. If you order by wei...
Galvanised Wire
Used for binding or as armature wire. In 500g coils.
Copper Wire
Soft Copper Wire. Can be used as armature for lost wax casting, and many other uses.
Aluminium Expanded Mesh
Ideal for use with a whole range of materials, including Newplast, modelling waxes, clay, plaster, resin etc. I will probably be found useful for a whole host of other jobs. Sold by the linear foot ...
Bolted Bust Pegs
The wooden bust peg has a bolt right through which can be securely bolted through a battened modelling board. The peg rests on a metal plate which prevents it turning on the board, and has a large wa...
Hose / Jubilee Clips
For fixing armature wire to bust pegs; two are recommended per bust peg for stability.Quantity Discount available:10+ of one size - less 10% discount.
Modelling Boards
Exterior grade ply Modelling Boards; all battened and with a centre hole for mounting the bust pegs.







