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Large Sculptural Horse Tamer Table Lamp After Guillaume Coustou
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Large Sculptural Horse Tamer Table Lamp After Guillaume Coustou

19th century
For Sale by Colton Antiques
Description

A magnificent French-style ormolu bronze table lamp depicting a rearing horse and its handler, after the celebrated sculptor Guillaume Coustou.

This striking piece is exceptionally well-suited for a grand entrance hall, elegant drawing room, or sophisticated country house interior.

The lamp features a finely detailed equestrian sculpture, depicting a powerful rearing horse restrained by a classical male figure. The sculpture has a Coustou signature and is complemented by a substantial cylindrical gold lampshade.

A highly decorative statement piece, combining the grandeur of classical French equestrian sculpture with elegant, functional lighting.

Height with lampshade - 69cm

Width lampshade - 42.5cm

Height to top of lampshade harp - 62cm

Width base - 30cm

Depth base - 15cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
69cm (27.17")
Width
42.5cm (16.73")
Depth
15cm (5.91")
Declaration

Colton Antiques has dated this Horse Tamer Table Lamp to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1239387
Dealers Internal Reference
092
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A magnificent French-style ormolu bronze table lamp depicting a rearing horse and its handler, after the celebrated sculptor Guillaume Coustou.
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This striking piece is exceptionally well-suited for a grand entrance hall, elegant drawing room, or sophisticated country house interior.
Colton Antiques
fig 1. A sculptural brass table lamp depicting a rearing horse and groom after Guillaume Coustou, topped with a tall cylindrical gold leaf drum shade.
fig 1. Large Sculptural Horse Tamer Table Lamp After Guillaume Coustou

The lamp features a finely detailed equestrian sculpture, depicting a powerful rearing horse restrained by a classical male figure. The sculpture has a Coustou signature and is complemented by a substantial cylindrical gold lampshade.

fig 2. A sculptural brass table lamp depicting a rearing horse and groom after Guillaume Coustou, topped with a tall cylindrical gold leaf drum shade.
fig 2. Large Sculptural Horse Tamer Table Lamp After Guillaume Coustou

A highly decorative statement piece, combining the grandeur of classical French equestrian sculpture with elegant, functional lighting.

Height with lampshade - 69cm

Width lampshade - 42.5cm

Height to top of lampshade harp - 62cm

Width base - 30cm

Depth base - 15cm

Height
69cm (27.17")
Width
42.5cm (16.73")
Depth
15cm (5.91")
Date of Manufacture

Colton Antiques has dated this Horse Tamer Table Lamp to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1239387
Dealers Internal Ref
092
Colton Antiques
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Archive I A sculptural brass table lamp depicting a rearing horse and groom after Guillaume Coustou, topped with a tall cylindrical gold leaf drum shade.

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Archive II A sculptural brass table lamp depicting a rearing horse and groom after Guillaume Coustou, topped with a tall cylindrical gold leaf drum shade. View II
Archive III A sculptural brass table lamp depicting a rearing horse and groom after Guillaume Coustou, topped with a tall cylindrical gold leaf drum shade. View III
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A sculptural brass table lamp depicting a rearing horse and groom after Guillaume Coustou, topped with a tall cylindrical gold leaf drum shade.
Large Sculptural Horse Tamer Table Lamp After Guillaume Coustou
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A sculptural brass table lamp depicting a rearing horse and groom after Guillaume Coustou, topped with a tall cylindrical gold leaf drum shade.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectTable Lamps
  • Period19th century
  • StyleFrench Neoclassical
  • MaterialBrass, Gold Leaf, Metal
  • ColourGold
  • MotifsMarly horse motif, Rearing stallion sculpture, Cylindrical drum shade, Cast metal base
  • SizeH 69 cm (27 in) x W 42.5 cm (17 in) x D 15 cm (6 in)

FAQs

The Horse Tamer motif originates from the famous Marly Horses sculptures created by Guillaume Coustou in the 18th century for the Chateau de Marly. These iconic statues, depicting rearing horses restrained by grooms, became popular symbols in French art and were widely reproduced in bronzes and decorative arts throughout the 19th and 20th centuries.

Sculptural lamps of this style are commonly constructed from cast brass, bronze, or spelter mounted on a solid base. Shades are frequently crafted from metallic-leaf paper, silk, or parchment to complement the gilded or patinated metalwork.

Authentic cast metal bases feature precise anatomical detail, natural surface patination in recessed areas, and significant visual weight. Inspecting the underside reveals casting marks, threaded rods, or historical electrical conduit fittings indicative of period construction.

An equestrian table lamp functions as a focal point on a dark wood sideboard, console table, or executive desk. Pair it with muted paint palettes, leather upholstery, and tailored architectural details to highlight its classical profile.

Dust metal bases regularly using a dry, soft microfiber cloth, avoiding abrasive cleaners that strip protective patinas. Clean metallic leaf shades gently with a soft feather duster or dry cloth to avoid scratching or peeling the delicate surface leaf.
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