Exquisite Miniature Antique Austrian Cold Painted Bronze Polo Player on Horse Sports Statue Sculpture

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A striking example of 19th-century Austrian craftsmanship, this cold-painted bronze sculpture captures a polo player mid-stride atop a galloping horse—full … Read more A striking example of 19th-century Austrian craftsmanship, this cold-painted bronze sculpture captures a polo player mid-stride atop a galloping horse—full of motion, intensity, and lifelike energy. Cast with exceptional dimensional detail and finished in rich, hand-applied colors, the figure remains vivid even as time has softened its surface, leaving an antique patina and small areas of charming paint loss that enhance its historic character.

This finely scaled piece measures 2.75 inches high, 3 inches wide, and 1.5 inches deep, and weighs 6.3 ounces (180 grams)—compact, yet full of sculptural presence. The crisp modeling and high-relief detail of both rider and horse speak to the renowned tradition of Vienna bronzes, where sporting scenes like this were popular among collectors of the era. Good antique condition with paint losses, please review the photos for further condition assessment.

Whether displayed as a desk accent, part of a curated equestrian collection, or a nod to old-world European sport, this rare piece brings both movement and timeless elegance to any space. See less