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1920s Hand-Crafted Black Painted Terracotta Italian Figure of Two Horses

$1,319.95
£978.17
€1,100
CA$1,803.99
A$1,963.79
CHF 1,042.38
MX$23,628.62
NOK 13,208.38
SEK 12,102.61
DKK 8,379.03

About the Item

This is a handcrafted terracotta sculpture featuring two horses, painted black, created in the 1920s in Italy. The artwork shows the horses intertwined in a dynamic pose, standing on an oval-shaped base that mimics natural terrain. The piece highlights the fluid lines and muscular detail characteristic of equine forms. The black paint adds a dramatic touch, emphasizing the texture and craftsmanship of the terracotta medium. This sculpture is in very good condition overall
  • Similar to:
    Guido Cacciapuoti (Artist)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 14.18 in (36 cm)Width: 22.05 in (56 cm)Depth: 8.27 in (21 cm)
  • Style:
    Neoclassical (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    c. 1920
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Catania, IT
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU7139243098912

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