True Pair Of French 19th Century Patinated Bronze Marly Horse Statues

An impressive and majestic French 19th century patinated Bronze and Ormolu statue of a horse and groom, modeled after the horses of Marly. The spectacular horse is draped in a saddle...

A wonderful and very detailed pair of French 19th century patinated bronze statues. Each is raised on a square base with the word...

A pair of 19th century patinated bronze sculptures following the renowned "Marly Horses" created by celebrated baroque sculpture Guillaume Coustou. This pair is inscribed "Coustou" o...

This is a dashing, collectible antique pair of Marly horses. A French, bronze equine statue in the manner of Guillaume Coustou (1677-1746), dating to the late 19th century, circa 1900. Excellent representations of the famous Marly horses, on display in the Louvre Each displaying a desirable aged patina, pleasingly natural finish Appreciably heavy bronze in very good original condition Weighing 7.74kg and 7.70kg respectively (approximately 17lb each) Two horses rear up as their grooms struggle to contain their inherent power The majesty of each horse resplendent with their sense of dynamism Defined, muscular haunches beneath detailed horse tack Further embellished with flowing manes and swishing tails Each groom with a look of surprise and fear at the ensuing situation Representative miniature leather reigns unite them with the animal The originals commissioned by King Louis XV, for the gardens of the Chateau de Marly Standing upon a detailed base and bearing the signature of the original sculptural artist Coustou This is a striking and eternally collectible antique pair of Marly horses. Considered a masterpiece of French sculpture, the large marble originals skilfully represented here in quality, heavy bronze. With the originals displayed in the Musee de Louvre...