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Turkish Horse, Left Foreleg Raised

Antoine-Louis Barye

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture depicts a horse in motion with its front left leg raised and its head turned to the side. It is crafted from a dark, metallic material with a green patina. The horse's muscles and contours are detailed, and it stands on a rocky base.

Artwork Details

Date
model n.d., cast c. 1857/1873
Medium
bronze
Dimensions
12272 × 9725 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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