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Dawes Black Horse Brewery Large Cast Advertising Horse Sculptural Lamp Base

$2,785
£2,092.17
€2,412.61
CA$3,864.55
A$4,294.37
CHF 2,250.29
MX$52,662.77
NOK 28,701.20
SEK 27,001.03
DKK 18,006.71
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About the Item

This large horse sculpture was done by Ross Butler to advertise and prooste Black Horse brand beer for Dawes Brewery of Montreal Canada. The detailed sculpture is done with a molded plaster or composite chalkware and cold painted. The sculpture depicts the iconic black horse used by the Dawes Brewery to promote their brands. The sculpture has a hand-painted signature on the top of the base and may have been fitted with a light fixture at some point. The sculpture is in good period condition as presented.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 19 in (48.26 cm)Width: 10 in (25.4 cm)Depth: 18 in (45.72 cm)
  • Style:
    Art Deco (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1920
  • Condition:
    Additions or alterations made to the original: The configuration of the horn of the saddle indicates it was likely a lamp at some time. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Some edge losses to the base and some paint loss to the horse as presented in the photos, and consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Hamilton, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1355236192472

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