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Bronze Steeple Chase Bt Pierre Lenordez
The Country House Gallery
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Bronze Steeple Chase Bt Pierre Lenordez

19th century
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A finely detailed bronze equestrian group depicting a steeplechase by renowned equestrian sculptor Pierre Lenordez ( 1815-1892 ) Excellent dark brown patination presented on integral black slate base. Excellent original condition throughout.

Lenordez ( 1815-1892 ) exhibited regularly at the Salon from 1855 to 1877. There is an example Le of his work in plaster in the Museum of Avranches “Captain Estonville at the Defence of Mont Saint Michel”,

Horses were Lenordez,s preferred subject, particularly Arabs at which he excelled.

Physical Dimensions
Height
23cm (9.06")
Width
43cm (16.93")
Depth
14cm (5.51")
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The Country House Gallery has dated this Antique Bronze Steeplechase Sculpture to the 19th Century.

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Description
A finely detailed bronze equestrian group depicting a steeplechase by renowned equestrian sculptor Pierre Lenordez ( 1815-1892 ) Excellent dark brown patination presented on integral black slate base. Excellent original condition throughout.

Lenordez ( 1815-1892 ) exhibited regularly at the Salon from 1855 to 1877.

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There is an example Le of his work in plaster in the Museum of Avranches “Captain Estonville at the Defence of Mont Saint Michel”,.
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Horses were Lenordez,s preferred subject, particularly Arabs at which he excelled.

Height
23cm (9.06")
Width
43cm (16.93")
Depth
14cm (5.51")
Date of Manufacture

The Country House Gallery has dated this Antique Bronze Steeplechase Sculpture to the 19th Century.

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A patinated dark brown bronze sculpture depicting three steeplechase horses and jockeys jumping over a fence, mounted on a dark oval base.
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Archive I A patinated dark brown bronze sculpture depicting three steeplechase horses and jockeys jumping over a fence, mounted on a dark oval base.

Bronze Steeple Chase bt Pierre Lenordez

Archive II A patinated dark brown bronze sculpture depicting three steeplechase horses and jockeys jumping over a fence, mounted on a dark oval base. View II
Archive III A patinated dark brown bronze sculpture depicting three steeplechase horses and jockeys jumping over a fence, mounted on a dark oval base. View III
Archive IV A patinated dark brown bronze sculpture depicting three steeplechase horses and jockeys jumping over a fence, mounted on a dark oval base. View IV
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A patinated dark brown bronze sculpture depicting three steeplechase horses and jockeys jumping over a fence, mounted on a dark oval base.
Bronze Steeple Chase bt Pierre Lenordez
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A patinated dark brown bronze sculpture depicting three steeplechase horses and jockeys jumping over a fence, mounted on a dark oval base.
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The French Animalier movement emerged in the nineteenth century, focusing on naturalistic and anatomically precise depictions of animals. Sculptors in this genre captured dynamic motion, fluid form, and intricate texture, particularly through equestrian and sporting subjects.

Most bronzes from this era were produced using either the lost-wax casting technique or sand casting. The metal pieces were subsequently hand-chased to refine surface detail and treated with chemical patinas to produce rich, dark tones.

Authentic period bronzes display sharp, hand-chased surface details, foundry stamps, or cast signatures. They possess substantial weight, appropriate age-related wear to high points, and complex chemical patination rather than surface paint.

Place the sculpture as a focal point on a dark wooden sideboard, mantelpiece, or desk to create grounded architectural contrast. Pair it with clean-lined contemporary artwork or modern lighting to balance historical character with sleek aesthetics.

Dust the surface regularly with a soft, dry bristle brush or lint-free cloth. To preserve the protective patina, apply a thin coat of clear microcrystalline wax annually and buff gently, avoiding liquid polishes or abrasive cleansers.
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