Grand Tour Horse Sculptures, Early 1800s, Bronzes, Set of 2

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Pair of Bronze Grand Tour Horse Sculptures, early 19th-century Italian figures of rearing horses, cast in dark-patina bronze, resting on … Read more Pair of Bronze Grand Tour Horse Sculptures, early 19th-century Italian figures of rearing horses, cast in dark-patina bronze, resting on turned, stepped, and shaped wooden bases in gilded wood. In excellent condition, these animalier sculptures come from a private collection.
The measurements of the two figures are slightly different; the larger ones are in cm: 19.5 high x 14 wide x 6.5 deep. The bronze figures alone, excluding the base, are 15 cm tall.

The dynamic appeal of these antique Neoclassical horse sculptures is remarkable, with the plasticity of the pose with raised forelegs masterfully reflecting the energetic vigor and temperament of these animals.

These sculptures could have been created as a souvenir of a trip or as an artistic souvenir. They are typical examples of classical art and the taste for ancient sculptures that were popular among travelers on the Grand Tour. The sculptures could depict a warhorse and a racehorse, or simply two majestic steeds. They are works of art of great historical and artistic value, reflecting the interest in classical culture and the beauty of antiquity during the Grand Tour period. See less