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Splendid French Antique Bronze of Two Hurdling Horses, Constantin Cristesco
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Splendid French Antique Bronze of Two Hurdling Horses, Constantin Cristesco

1900 - 1920
Sold 12 March 2026 · Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art
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Impressive French antique (late 19thC/early 20thC) bronze of two horses jumping a hurdle (Deux Chevaux Sautant un Obstacle’) by Constantin Cristesco (Kristescu, 1872-1928). The base is signed ‘Kristesco’ on the front (side) and at the rear with the foundry mark for 'Susse Frères, Paris'. Ca. 26cm high x 25cm long x 16.5cm wide, weight 4.7kg.

Nice condition and patina.

Date of Manufacture

Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art has dated this French Bronze Horse Sculpture to the 1900s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
26cm (10.24")
Width
25cm (9.84")
Depth
16.5cm (6.50")
Reference Numbers
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SA1116763
Dealers Internal Reference
AD634
Description
Impressive French antique (late 19thC/early 20thC) bronze of two horses jumping a hurdle (Deux Chevaux Sautant un Obstacle’) by Constantin Cristesco (Kristescu, 1872-1928).
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The base is signed ‘Kristesco’ on the front (side) and at the rear with the foundry mark for 'Susse Frères, Paris'.
Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art

Ca. 26cm high x 25cm long x 16.5cm wide, weight 4.7kg.

Nice condition and patina.

Date of Manufacture

Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art has dated this French Bronze Horse Sculpture to the 1900s.

Height
26cm (10.24")
Width
25cm (9.84")
Depth
16.5cm (6.50")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1116763
Dealers Internal Ref
AD634
Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art
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A detailed dark bronze sculpture depicting two horses clearing a hurdle on a textured base. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A detailed dark bronze sculpture depicting two horses clearing a hurdle on a textured base. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Splendid French Antique Bronze of Two Hurdling Horses, Constantin Cristesco

Archive II A detailed dark bronze sculpture depicting two horses clearing a hurdle on a textured base. View II
Archive III A detailed dark bronze sculpture depicting two horses clearing a hurdle on a textured base. View III
Archive IV A detailed dark bronze sculpture depicting two horses clearing a hurdle on a textured base. View IV
Archive V A detailed dark bronze sculpture depicting two horses clearing a hurdle on a textured base. View V
Archive VI A detailed dark bronze sculpture depicting two horses clearing a hurdle on a textured base. View VI
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Archive XIII A detailed dark bronze sculpture depicting two horses clearing a hurdle on a textured base. View XIII
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Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art

Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art
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United Kingdom
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Verified Since Oct 2021
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A detailed dark bronze sculpture depicting two horses clearing a hurdle on a textured base.
Splendid French Antique Bronze of Two Hurdling Horses, Constantin Cristesco
Ref: SA1116763
A detailed dark bronze sculpture depicting two horses clearing a hurdle on a textured base.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectSculpture
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleFrench Animalier
  • MaterialBronze
  • ColourDark Bronze
  • MotifsEquine figures, Hurdling motion, Naturalistic base
  • SizeH 26 cm (10 in) x W 25 cm (10 in) x D 16.5 cm (6 in)

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Animalier art refers to the realistic portrayal of animals, which gained immense popularity in 19th-century France through artists focusing on dynamic anatomical precision.

Most period sculptures were produced using the lost-wax method (cire perdue), followed by hand-chasing and the application of chemical patinas to achieve varied colour tones.

Authentic pieces typically feature foundry marks, artist signatures, consistent patination appropriate to age, and multi-part construction typical of 19th-century casting techniques.

Place the piece on a focal surface such as a mantelpiece, dark wood desk, or sideboard where its metallic texture and dynamic silhouette can contrast with surrounding decor.

Dust gently with a soft, dry microfibre cloth, avoiding commercial polishes, abrasives, or moisture that can damage the historical patina.
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