The sculpture portrays a mounted figure, a man in elaborate armor riding a horse in a poised trot with its front right leg raised. The figure wears a laurel wreath on its head and maintains an authoritative posture, holding the reins. The horse is adorned with decorative elements, enhancing the grandeur of the scene. The sculpture is crafted from a dark, metallic material, likely bronze, providing a smooth, polished texture with a uniform dark color. The composition is detailed, emphasizing the anatomical features of both the rider and the horse. It stands on a simple rectangular base, completing the presentation.
Artwork Details
- Date
- model 1836/1840 and 1857, cast by 1873
- Medium
- bronze
- Dimensions
- 11554 × 9243 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original