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Robert Ladou
Original French Anatomical Pencil Study of a Horse Being Fitted with a Bridle

20th century

About the Item

Title: Original French Anatomical Pencil Study of a Horse Being Fitted with a Bridle Artist: Robert Ladou (French, 1929-2014) Medium: Pencil and Watercolor on Paper Size: 18.75 (Height) x 13.25 (Width) Signed: No Condition: Good, with some minor signs of aging. Provenance: From the artist's estate Description: This detailed sketch captures multiple scenes of a rider handling and preparing a horse, with several expressive figures of the horse and rider. There is a focus on specific movements and actions, such as placing the bridle on the horse and the rider’s hands holding the reins. The composition features outlines and partial shading to emphasize key elements, giving it an educational and observational tone, likely intended for instructional purposes. This piece is ideal for collectors interested in equestrian studies or anatomy. It demonstrates a combination of artistic sensitivity and technical observation, often seen in early 20th-century educational sketches.
  • Creator:
    Robert Ladou (1929 - 2014)
  • Creation Year:
    20th century
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 18.75 in (47.63 cm)Width: 13.25 in (33.66 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
  • Medium:
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  • Condition:
  • Gallery Location:
    Cirencester, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU509315178092

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