Dragon Cat
The rivalry between cats and mice is as old as time.
Can you picture seeing historical artifacts related to their feud, just like you would in a museum?
De Boer traces his love of armor back to over 40 years ago when he was in high school.
Dragon Cat
My inspiration comes more from the world of museums and artifacts, de Boer explains.
His love for the blacksmith craft, as well as history, permeates every piece.
Researching historical armor from every culture and time is fascinating for me, the artist says.
Viking Mice (2021)
Other times a client will make a special request.
This design was for a couple; one from India and the other from Poland.
Some of the best ideas are a collaboration between myself and a patron.
Tudor Mouse
After that, the making of a mouse on average is 3050 hours, de Boer states.
Something like a cat can take up to 400 hours.
For sure the more elaborate and decorated cats take the longest.
Samurai Mice (2022)
Lately, the artist has been working mostly with nickel for the steely look trimmed with brass.
I like steel and copper as well and occasion silver and gold, he says.
Samurai Dog
Samurai Cat (2017)
Samurai Cat (2017)
Samurai Cat (2007)
Dragon Cat
Elven Princes (2013)
Exotic Cat
Maratha Hussar Mouse (2022)
Phoenix Cat
Crusaders (2012)
Crusaders (2012)
Classic Mouse
Chinese European Mouse (2020)
Chinese European Mice (2020)
Burmese Mice (2015)
