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Bronze equestrian rider by Heinrich Splieth

Creator: Heinrich Splieth
Offered by: Mayfair Gallery

Description
Bronze equestrian rider by Heinrich Splieth
German, Early 20th Century
Height 44cm, width 45cm, depth 16cm

Known as the ‘Olympic Rider’, this patinated bronze group of a man upon a horse is by the German artist Heinrich Splieth. The design is simple yet restrained and refined: an ideal man portrayed in the nude, holding a laurel wreath, is seated on a horse. He is triumphant, his posture, gestures, and countenance carrying classical connotations, a theme highlighted by the wreath he holds. The rider, victorious, symbolises victory. The bronze is signed to the base with ‘Splieth’.

Artist/Maker: Heinrich Splieth

More Information

Documentation:	Signed
Origin:	Germany
Period:	1900-1919
Materials:	Patinated bronze.
Creation Date:	Early 20th Century
Styles / Movements:	Art Nouveau, Modern
Dealer Reference #:	N-0081
Incollect Reference #:	739813

Dimensions

W.	17.72 in;	H.	17.32 in;	D.	6.3 in;
W.	45 cm;	H.	44 cm;	D.	16 cm;

Message from Seller:

Mayfair Gallery is a leading gallery in the field of art and antiques, holding a large collection of unique pieces for sale. The breadth of the gallery’s collection is wide, and includes items from a range of periods, styles and geographical origins, as well as works by famous artists and craftsmen. The main focus of the gallery’s collection is, however, on items produced during the 19th and early 20th century.