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John W. Mills (1933-2023) Equestrian Horserace Sculpture on Marble Base
$4,462.78
£3,275
€3,859.92
CA$6,142.05
A$6,845.96
CHF 3,591.84
MX$83,600.31
NOK 45,480.49
SEK 42,985.98
DKK 28,808.25
About the Item
An abstract equestrian horserace sculpture by the acclaimed British sculptor, John W. Mills. Made from resin, this piece was formerly a sculptural maquette used as a model for a larger bronze.
It depicts two horses and riders jumping a fence in a horserace. Designed to be viewed from both sides, this piece captures the sculptor’s artistic process, capturing the movement and pace of each horse and rider with unique makers marks still present throughout the piece.
Freestanding, it is an excellent example of John Mills’ work, mounted on a green tinos marble base for interior display.
John W. Mills (1933-2023)
John Mills was a highly acclaimed English sculptor, celebrated across the globe for his contemporary statues, bronze figures and artistic maquettes.
Mills showcased a flair for sculpture from a young age, first exhibiting at the Royal Academy of Arts in 1951 and then hosting his first one-man show at the AIA Gallery, London in 1959. Throughout his distinguished career, Mills went on to received several prizes and accolades and many notable commissions.
Some of his most famous works include the monumental memorial to The Woman of World War II in Whitehall, London and the National Firefighters Memorial near St. Paul’s Cathedral, London.
Following the sculptor’s passing in 2023, the contents of John W. Mill’s creative studio at his family home in Hinxworth Place, Hertfordshire were dispersed. These sculptures formed part of this curated collection, offering a rare chance to obtain original works made by the artist, including sculptural pieces for garden, interior and exhibition.
Base: 39 x 10 cm (15.35 x 3.93 in)
Price includes Artist’s Resale Rights (ARR) at 4%.
Provenance: Hinxworth Place; The Estate of John Mills (1933-2023)
- Dimensions:Height: 16.93 in (43 cm)Width: 22.64 in (57.5 cm)Depth: 1.58 in (4 cm)
- Style:Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:1980
- Condition:Good condition, no issues. Transports as 2 pieces: sculpture + marble base.
- Seller Location:Wormelow, GB
- Reference Number:Seller: 367111stDibs: LU2096345055512
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