Antique French-Style Spelter Equestrian Statue – Gentleman Rider on Horseback (c. 1900)Up for sale is a beautiful, highly detailed antique equestrian statue depicting an 18th-century European gentleman or court cavalier on a galloping horse. Based on classic 19th-century French Romantic and Troubadour designs (reminiscent of works by E. Laurent), this piece features a rider in traditional court attire, complete with a tricorn hat, styled historic hair/wig, frock coat with heavy frogging, and riding boots.Item Details & Features:
* **Approximate Dimensions:** 9" Tall x 7" Long
* **Material:** Cast spelter / white metal with a deep, dark chemical bronze/metal patina wash.
* **Form Factor:** Features a solid, flush-textured metal base plate, indicating this was manufactured as a premium freestanding desk accessory, heavy paperweight, or decorative bookend.
* **Accents:** Retains its original small link rein chain draped across the horse's neck.Condition Report:
This statue is in excellent antique condition for its age and material. Spelter is notoriously brittle, but this piece features entirely unbroken horse legs and a perfectly intact, solid naturalistic base support beneath the hoof. The original dark patina is well-preserved with a beautiful aged luster. *Note on completeness:* True to these historical castings, the rider's right hand is cast with an open palm designed to hold a separate accessory (originally a thin metal riding crop or cane), which is no longer present. Please review all high-resolution photos carefully as they serve as the definitive guide to the item's condition and stunning detail. Ships carefully packed to ensure safe arrival.
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