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19th Century Pair of Italian Gilt Bronze Horses on Olive Wood Bases
Robert Belcher Antiques
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Robert Belcher Antiques

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19th Century Pair of Italian Gilt Bronze Horses on Olive Wood Bases

1900 - 1920
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This superb pair of Grand Tour Italian gilt bronzes date to the late 19th century. They are solid cast and very heavy for their size. They are decorative Grand Tour reproductions taken from the original ones known as the St. Marks Balilica Horses, also known as the triumphal quadriga or horses of the Hippodrome of Constantinople, a group of four horses. These finely cast and detailed bronzes have a wonderful original bright gilt finish with age and element patina, giving a pleasing and interesting look. They are mounted on simple olive wood plinths with rich dark patina. The bases are finished in a dark green baize cloth to protect polished surfaces.

This fantastic pair of 19th century pair of Italian gilt bronze horses on olive wood bases is in excellent condition.

Italian circa 1900

Measurements of each horse

Height 20cm x width 18cm x depth 6cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
20cm (7.87")
Width
18cm (7.09")
Depth
6cm (2.36")
Declaration

Robert Belcher Antiques has dated these Gilt Bronze Horse Sculptures to the 1900s.

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SA1192650
Dealers Notes

Robert Belcher Antiques was established in 1984 and is a high-quality retailer of interesting, rare antiques and decorative objects. After forty years of shop keeping and maintaining beautiful showrooms, which have been regularly open six days a week, Robert and Wendy have now taken a slightly different approach to their business. Having sold their retail premises, the antique business is now fully online. The picture framing service has ceased to operate because of moving online.

You can contact Robert and Wendy by email or telephone to discuss items from their extensive catalogue of attractive pieces and make purchases. Customers can rest assured that the long-established dealership is continuing to run in an exceedingly professional way, selling genuine and high-quality items which are guaranteed to please the most discerning collector, decorator or homeowner.

All items will be personally hand packaged to a high standard. Small items are extensively wrapped using the best materials and are often double boxed. Items are then shipped with DHL or Royal Mail fully insured and often with next day delivery. Larger items would be personally delivered or sent with a specialist antique delivery firm, or for outside the U.K, a professional shipping company.

Please enjoy viewing their collection of rare and interesting pieces and have the assurance that Robert and Wendy will do their utmost to make sure your experience is exceptional, as has been recognised by many customers who have bought with confidence regularly over the years.

Contact details

Email: robertbelcherantiques@gmail.com

Telephone: 01905 622468

Mobile 07929 011224

07720 607007

Website: https://www.robertbelcherantiques.co.uk

Instagram: robertbelcherantiques

Description
This superb pair of Grand Tour Italian gilt bronzes date to the late 19th century. They are solid cast and very heavy for their size. They are decorative Grand Tour reproductions taken from the original ones known as the St.
Marks Balilica Horses, also known as the triumphal quadriga or horses of the Hippodrome of Constantinople, a group of four horses.
Robert Belcher Antiques

These finely cast and detailed bronzes have a wonderful original bright gilt finish with age and element patina, giving a pleasing and interesting look. They are mounted on simple olive wood plinths with rich dark patina. The bases are finished in a dark green baize cloth to protect polished surfaces.

This fantastic pair of 19th century pair of Italian gilt bronze horses on olive wood bases is in excellent condition.

Italian circa 1900

Measurements of each horse

Height 20cm x width 18cm x depth 6cm

Height
20cm (7.87")
Width
18cm (7.09")
Depth
6cm (2.36")
Date of Manufacture

Robert Belcher Antiques has dated these Gilt Bronze Horse Sculptures to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1192650
Robert Belcher Antiques
Robert Belcher Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2017

Robert belcher antiques was established in 1984 and is a high quality retailer of interesting, rare antiques and decorative items.

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Archive I A pair of 19th-century Italian gilt bronze horse sculptures depicted facing each other, mounted on rectangular dark olive wood bases.

19th Century Pair of Italian Gilt Bronze Horses on Olive Wood Bases

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A pair of 19th-century Italian gilt bronze horse sculptures depicted facing each other, mounted on rectangular dark olive wood bases.
19th century pair of Italian gilt bronze horses on olive wood bases
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During the 19th century, Italian workshops produced cast equestrian bronzes inspired by classical antiquity and Renaissance monuments, frequently acquired by European travellers on the Grand Tour as souvenirs of classical culture.

These sculptures were produced using lost-wax or sand casting methods for the bronze core, chased by hand to refine surface detail, and gilded using fire-gilding or gold leaf techniques before being mounted to timber or marble bases.

Authentic 19th-century pieces display precise hand-chasing on the hair and musculature, original threaded rod fastenings underneath, natural patination in recessed areas, and signs of historical wear on the gilded surfaces.

A pair of equestrian sculptures creates visual balance when displayed symmetrically on a mantelpiece, console table, or within structured shelving, anchoring modern minimalist spaces with historical material depth.

Dust surfaces gently using a soft, dry horsehair brush or microfibre cloth. Avoid liquid polish, chemical solvent cleansers, or water, as moisture can strip applied gold leaf and degrade the underlying wood plinth.
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