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French Bronze Sculpture of Youth Wrangling a Horse by Guillaume Coustou

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French Bronze Sculpture of Youth Wrangling a Horse by Guillaume Coustou (1677-1746). Best known for his monumental statues of horses, Coustou was the royal sculptor for Louis XIV and Louis XV. This stunning bronze is marked "Coustou France". France, 1700-1730. Measures: 11" H, 9" W, 4" D
  • Creator:
    Coustou (Sculptor)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 11 in (27.94 cm)Width: 9 in (22.86 cm)Depth: 4 in (10.16 cm)
  • Style:
    Louis XIV (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1700-1730
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Middleburg, VA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU5841235887472
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