Artsonline has dated this Bronze Racehorse Jockey Sculpture to the 1930s.
Brief Description:
This is a superb and highly decorative early 20th-century bronze equestrian sculpture, depicting a racehorse and jockey and modelled after the celebrated French animalier sculptor Pierre-Jules Mêne (1810–1879).
The wonderfully animated composition portrays a thoroughbred racehorse in full motion, its head lowered and one foreleg dramatically extended, with the jockey leaning forward in the saddle and holding the reins.
It weighs a hefty 4.2kg.
This contrast beautifully emphasises the rider and gives the piece considerable visual impact.
The horse is very well modelled, with particular attention paid to the musculature, mane, facial features and tack. The jockey is similarly detailed, wearing traditional racing silks, riding boots and cap, while the separately fashioned reins add another appealing element of realism.
The sculpture stands upon its original integral naturalistically modelled rectangular bronze base, which bears the name “MENE”, acknowledging the design of Pierre-Jules Mêne.
A substantial and extremely decorative example of early 20th-century sporting and equestrian bronze, and a particularly desirable piece for a collector of horse racing memorabilia, animalier sculpture or traditional country-house furnishings.
Attributes:
Artist/Design: After Pierre-Jules Mêne (French, 1810–1879)
Subject: Racehorse & Jockey
Medium: Bronze with gilt-bronze finish to the rider
Date: Early 20th century, circa 1900–1930
Signed/Marked: “MENE” to the base
Condition:
The sculpture is presented in good antique condition with surface wear, rubbing and variations to the patination commensurate with its age. These naturally occurring signs of age contribute greatly to the character and appearance of the piece. Please study the accompanying photographs, which form an integral part of the condition report.
Overall Measurements:
INCHES & CENTIMETRES
Height: 11.8'' | 29.9 cm
Width: 13.3'' | 33.7 cm
Depth: 3.5'' | 8.8 cm
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Artsonline has dated this Bronze Racehorse Jockey Sculpture to the 1930s.
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Antique Bronze Racehorse & Jockey Sculpture – After Pierre-jules Mêne – C.1930
