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Bronze proof with brown patina , representing
a thoroughbred racehorse , by the sculptor
Henri de Vains (1851-1909) .
H.R de Vains
,
a distinguished rider and great racing enthusiast , captured his subjects on the spot , by going directly to observe the horses on the racecourses or by watching them evolve within his property .
He is one of the main representatives of
"Sporting Art" in the 19th century .
Signature of the sculptor
"HR .de VAINS." in hollow , on the naturalist terrace , richly chiseled .
Old edition sculpture , period second half of the 19th century , circa 1885 .
Perfect state of conservation and patina .
Dimensions : 33.5 cm x 38 cm
Henri de Vains (1851 - 1909)
Henri Marie Joseph Regnouf De Vains , also known as
"Henri de Vains" , was a French sculptor from the Manche department , specializing in
animal art , and
in particular equestrian sculptures .
He was the grandson of Marc Regnouf de Vains , deputy of the Manche department from 1815 to 1823 , and sub-prefect of Avranches from 1822 to 1830 .
A disciple of Antoine - Louis Barye (1795-1875) ,
H.R. de Vains was a great racing enthusiast , capturing his subjects on the spot , either by observing the horses on the racecourse or by watching them evolve on his property .
A skilled rider and great connoisseur of hippology , this aristocrat devoted most of his work to the equestrian world .
Along with Alfred de Dreux in painting , he was one of the leading exponents of
"Sporting Art" in the 19th century , and both were quick to depict the horse alone , in equestrian competition or during hounds .
"Mounted Trot",
"Cobesse Mare",
"Back from the hunt" and
"Mare and foal" are his most famous works .
Like all the dandies of his time , Henri de Vains rubbed shoulders with the elegant art Salons . Ref: KDKHOXUTJJ
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