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Rearing Stallion

Ferdinando Tacca

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture depicts a horse in mid-leap. It is made of dark bronze with a glossy finish. The mane and tail flow backward. The horse's front legs are thrust forward and rear legs are slightly bent. The sculpture stands on its own.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1650
Medium
bronze
Dimensions
10044 × 8035 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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