🔹 Carved wood panel - Prancing horse & groom - Inspired by the Horses of Marly - Late XIXᵉ century 🔹
📌 Features:
Period: Late XIXᵉ century
Material : Solid carved walnut
Motive : Prancing horse and groom
Inspiration : Horses of Marly, Louvre
Condition : It dates from the end of the 19th century and is in nice antique condition with some normal signs of ages. Please take a close look at the photos.
📜 Description:
Superb antique panel in hand-carved solid walnut wood, depicting a prancing horse accompanied by its groom. This sculptural decoration was inspired by the famous Chevaux de Marly, monumental works by sculptor Guillaume Coustou (1677-1746), now on display at the Louvre Museum in Paris.
🏛️ Les Chevaux de Marly: An emblematic work of French art
Les Chevaux de Marly is a masterpiece of French sculpture from the XVIIIᵉ century. Commissioned in 1739 by Louis XV, these white marble statues, depicting spirited horses subdued by grooms, were intended to adorn the entrance to the Château de Marly, a royal residence west of Paris. They embody the power, freedom and movement characteristic of Rocaille art of the period.
🔹 A legacy in the Louvre :
After the French Revolution, these monumental sculptures were transferred to the Champs-Élysées entrance, where they remained until 1984 before being moved to the Louvre Museum for preservation. Their dynamism and fine detail continue to fascinate art and history lovers.
This door is a true masterpiece, very hard to find, do not miss it !
🎨 Guillaume Coustou (1677-1746): A master of Baroque sculpture
Guillaume Coustou, official sculptor to the King, was one of the great masters of the French Baroque and Rococo style. A pupil of his uncle Antoine Coysevox, he distinguished himself by his majestic compositions and his ability to capture movement and expression. His works, including the Chevaux de Marly, are today considered treasures of French artistic heritage.
🔨 An exceptional sculpted panel
This unique and rare piece, dating from the late XIXᵉ century, is an extremely fine reproduction of this iconic work. The thickness and richness of detail testify to remarkable craftsmanship.
Dimensions:
Height: 22.76 inches (57.8 cm)
Width : 16.14 inches (41 cm)
3.8 kg
🎁 Why buy this panel?
✔ A masterpiece inspired by an iconic sculpture
✔ A rare decorative and historical piece
✔ An excellent investment for art and antiques enthusiasts
📦 Fast and careful shipping - Secure packaging and tracked shipping.
