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This American cast bronze thoroughbred stands exactly as every great racehorse should: collected, disciplined, muscles quiet beneath the skin, every …
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This American cast bronze thoroughbred stands exactly as every great racehorse should: collected, disciplined, muscles quiet beneath the skin, every ounce of energy held in reserve. Saddled, bridled, and waiting. No grand theatrics. No raised forelegs. Confidence doesn't perform.
For centuries, the thoroughbred has occupied a peculiar place in society. It has carried kings, built fortunes, settled wagers, and inspired dynasties. Entire estates have risen and fallen on the promise of a single bloodline. At Churchill Downs, Ascot, and Longchamp, legends are measured not only by victories, but by the generations they leave behind.
This sculpture understands that heritage. The proportions are honest. The stance unwavering. The finely cast saddle, bridle, and tack aren't embellishments; they're reminders that the thoroughbred has never stood alone. Behind every champion is a trainer before dawn, a groom with worn hands, a breeder betting decades on a bloodline. The horse may take the glory, but it has always represented something much larger.
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- Dimensions
- 11.5ʺW × 2.5ʺD × 9.5ʺH
- Period
- Mid 20th Century
- Country of Origin
- United States
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Bronze
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Bronze
- Condition Notes
- Some abrasions and small dents on the neck and rump, which are visible in the photos. Some abrasions and small dents on the neck and rump, which are visible in the photos. less
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