The sculpture shows a warrior battling a serpent while mounted on a horse. The serpent is coiled around them both, with intricate scales and a sinuous form. The warrior wields a weapon, partially hidden by the serpent's coils, in a striking pose. The horse rears up, adding movement to the composition. Crafted from bronze, the sculpture has a dark brown color with subtle greenish tones. The medium accentuates the detailed musculature of the horse, the warrior's armor, and the serpent's scales. The scene is frozen at a dramatic moment, encouraging close inspection.
Artwork Details
- Date
- model before 1843, cast by 1873
- Medium
- bronze
- Dimensions
- 12746 × 9913 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original