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A Saddled Racehorse

Pierre-Jules Mêne

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture depicts a horse standing with its head lowered. The horse is detailed with visible musculature, a slightly open mouth, and keen eyes. It wears a bridle and saddle. The sculpture is crafted from bronze and presented on an oval-shaped base.

Artwork Details

Date
model c. 1860s
Medium
bronze
Dimensions
12164 × 9818 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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