Description
The stallion in a trotting posture with fully developed muscles and gracefully curved neck, one tress of the long, flowing mane falling over the right shoulder, the head, slightly inclined to the right, with alert expression. Measures an impressive 26 1/2" by 30" by 8". The combination of a natural and formal gait is terrific. One long, slightly curled, tress of the mane falls over the right shoulder, while the balance of the mane remains on the left side of the neck and shoulders.
Large Patina'd figure of a Horse
Period: late 19th century
Composition: Bronze
Condition: Patina is slightly rubbed in some areas, but is very nice.
SOTHEBYS: Important Old Master Paintings and European Works of Art: 26 Jan 07
PROPERTY FROM A PRIVATE COLLECTION
AN IMPORTANT AND LARGE FRENCH BRONZE FIGURE OF A PACING HORSE, ATTRIBUTED TO ANTOINE COYSEVOX ,'SCULPTEUR DU ROI', AND WORKSHOP, LATE 17TH CENTURY. height 33in., width 34in
700,000—1,000,000 USD
Lot Sold. Hammer Price with Buyer's Premium: 824,000 USD
