A horse wrestling with a snake, terracotta, 20th century

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A horse wrestling with a snake, terracotta, 20th century

Name: A horse wrestling with a snake, terracotta, 20th century
Brand: Antikeo
SKU: SB0O36L12O
Price: 1000 EUR
Availability: InStock

By Gallery Delavigne

1.000 €

Period 20th century

Style Orientaliste

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From: 78220, Viroflay, France

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Terracotta sculpture of a horse being struck down by a snake, 20th century.

The complexity of the horse's anatomy makes it a favorite subject for artists. All the more so when it comes to depicting its ardor, as is the case with the terracotta sculpture shown here.
Here, the horse is depicted wrestling with a snake wrapped around its belly and breast. The animal's tense body, neighing, head raised to the sky and protruding ribs suggest that the reptile is tightening its grip to suffocate its prey, and is about to sink its fangs into its neck.

The highly expressive modeling and naturalistic details enhance the realism of the struggle between the two animals. The sculptor's terracotta work is of the highest quality.
The sculpture is signed on the floor near the horse's rump. Further testimony to the artist's skill, the terracotta bears traces of modelling, a direct evocation of the sculptor's meticulous gestures, reinforcing the uniqueness of the work.

Well-preserved, with one restoration to be noted (see photos).

Dimensions: width: 49 cm, depth: 26.5 cm, height: 50 cm

Ref: SB0O36L12O

Additional Information

Condition	Good
Style	Orientaliste (Terracotta sculpture of Orientaliste Style)
Period	20th century (Terracotta sculpture 20th century)
Country of origin	France
Width (cm)	49
Height (cm)	50
Depth (cm)	26
Materials	Terracotta