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Pacing Stallion

early 17th century

Attributed to Adriaen de Vries

Associated Names

Adriaen de Vries

Artist, Netherlandish, c. 1556 - 1626

The sculpture depicts a horse in motion, with one front leg raised. It is made of dark bronze, giving it a rich color with a slightly reflective surface. The horse is detailed, showing musculature and a flowing mane and tail. The size of the sculpture is suitable for a tabletop or display shelf, similar to a small to medium-sized statue.

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Artwork overview

Medium

bronze
Credit Line

Gift of Robert H. Smith/Robert H. Smith Collection
Dimensions

height: 24.9 cm (9 13/16 in.)
Accession Number

2022.181.42

Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

2004

Radcliffe, Anthony and Nicholas Penny. Art of the Renaissance Bronze, 1500-1650. London, 2004: 234, 236-239, 301-302, repro. no. 42.

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