Skip to main content
Items Similar to After Guillaume Coustou the Elder, Antique Bronze Sculpture of Cheval de Marly
Jules Moigniez, French Bronze Horse
Jules Moigniez, French Bronze Horse
Guillaume Coustou - Cheval de Marly, Bronze Equestrian Sculpture by Guillaume Coustou
Cheval de Marly, Bronze Equestrian Sculpture by Guillaume Coustou
Bronze Horse Sculpture, France, Late 19th Century, Antique Art Piece
Bronze Horse Sculpture, France, Late 19th Century, Antique Art Piece
French Bronze Sculpture of a Stallion, PJ Mene (1810-1871)
French Bronze Sculpture of a Stallion, PJ Mene (1810-1871)
19th Century Bronze Horse Sculpture - French Figurative Antique Art
19th Century Bronze Horse Sculpture - French Figurative Antique Art
French 19th Century Equestrian Bronze Sculpture after Pierre-Jules Mêne
French 19th Century Equestrian Bronze Sculpture after Pierre-Jules Mêne
Want more images or videos?
Request additional images or videos from the seller.

After Guillaume Coustou the Elder, Antique Bronze Sculpture of Cheval de Marly

$6,800
£5,192.39
€6,222.63
CA$9,789.12
A$10,093.14
CHF 5,690.77
MX$129,185.36
NOK 65,613.87
SEK 68,628.25
DKK 46,530.16

About the Item

A dramatic and finely modeled bronze sculpture after Guillaume Coustou the Elder's celebrated Cheval de Marly, one of the defining masterpieces of the French Baroque and among the most recognizable equestrian sculptures in Western art. This handsome older cast captures the extraordinary movement and emotional intensity of the original composition, depicting a powerful rearing horse restrained by its determined groom in a moment of dynamic tension. Originally commissioned by King Louis XV for the royal Château de Marly and today standing at the entrance to the Champs-Élysées in Paris (with the originals preserved in the Louvre Museum), Coustou's Horse Tamers have inspired generations of sculptors and bronze founders. This example faithfully preserves the muscular anatomy of the horse, the expressive modeling of the groom, and the sweeping, windswept mane that gives the composition its remarkable sense of energy and movement. The sculpture is cast in bronze using the traditional lost-wax (cire perdue) process, with extensive hand chasing evident throughout the modeling. The rich, deep brown patina has mellowed beautifully with age, revealing warm bronze highlights across the horse's musculature, the groom's expressive face, and the flowing mane, lending exceptional depth and sculptural presence. The cast bears the impressed signature "G. C. Coustou" to the rear of the naturalistic base. At just over twenty-two inches in height, this is an ideal cabinet-size bronze—large enough to command attention on a console, library table, pedestal, or mantel while remaining practical for residential interiors. Whether displayed in a traditional library, a French-inspired drawing room, or a contemporary interior where its powerful silhouette can be appreciated, the sculpture serves as a timeless focal point. Elegant, historically significant, and universally admired, this bronze represents one of the most enduring sculptural images of the French eighteenth century and offers collectors the opportunity to own a beautifully executed interpretation of one of the Louvre's greatest masterpieces. Condition: Good overall condition consistent with age. Rich, naturally aged brown patina with attractive rubbing and highlights to raised surfaces, enhancing the sculptural modeling. Minor surface wear and light patina variations throughout as expected. Presents exceptionally well. Attributed Artist: After Guillaume Coustou the Elder (French, 1677–1746) Technique: Traditional lost-wax (cire perdue) bronze casting with hand chasing and chemical patination. Dimensions: Height: 22.5 in. (57.15 cm) Width: 22 in. (55.88 cm) Depth: 9 in. (22.86 cm) Provenance: Private Collection, 1095 Park Avenue, New York City.
  • Similar to:
    Guillaume Coustou (Sculptor)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 22.5 in (57.15 cm)Width: 22 in (55.88 cm)Depth: 9 in (22.86 cm)
  • Style:
    Baroque Revival (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Bronze,Cast,Hand-Crafted,Metalwork
  • Place of Origin:
    France
  • Period:
    Late 19th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1890's
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor structural damages. Minor fading.
  • Seller Location:
    Morristown, NJ
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU5990250738572

More From This Seller

View All
After Christophe Fratin (Signed), Grooming 12 Point Stag in Patinated Bronze

After Christophe Fratin (Signed), Grooming 12 Point Stag in Patinated Bronze

After Christophe Fratin (Signed), Grooming 12 Point Stag in Patinated Bronze

By Christophe Fratin

Located in Morristown, NJ

After Christophe Fratin (French 1801-1864), a majestic 12 point stag in brown patinated cast bronze, modeled with head turned to towards hind, inscribed "FRATIN", and mounted to a re...

Category

Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Animal Sculptures

Materials

Marble, Bronze

French Art Deco Black Glazed Ceramic Horse Sculpture, circa 1930s

French Art Deco Black Glazed Ceramic Horse Sculpture, circa 1930s

French Art Deco Black Glazed Ceramic Horse Sculpture, circa 1930s

By Edouard-Marcel Sandoz

Located in Morristown, NJ

A striking and highly sculptural Art Deco ceramic figure depicting a rearing horse, executed in a bold, modernist form characteristic of French design of the 1930s. The composition ...

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Animal Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Elisabetta Mayo d’Aloisio, L’Eterno Padre, Bronze Bust, Italian, c. 1930s

Elisabetta Mayo d’Aloisio, L’Eterno Padre, Bronze Bust, Italian, c. 1930s

Elisabetta Mayo d’Aloisio, L’Eterno Padre, Bronze Bust, Italian, c. 1930s

By Elisabetta Mayo D’Aloisio

Located in Morristown, NJ

Elisabetta Mayo d’Aloisio, L’Eterno Padre, Bronze Bust, Italian, c. 1930s, on Marble Base Description A commanding and emotionally charged bronze sculpture by Elisabetta Mayo d’Aloi...

Category

Vintage 1930s Italian Expressionist Mounted Objects

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Antique French Louis XIV Revival Forged Steel and Solid Brass Lion Mask Andirons

Antique French Louis XIV Revival Forged Steel and Solid Brass Lion Mask Andirons

Antique French Louis XIV Revival Forged Steel and Solid Brass Lion Mask Andirons

Located in Morristown, NJ

A striking pair of French Louis XIV-style fireplace andirons crafted in forged steel with polished brass mounts, dating from the late 19th to early 20th century. The architectural d...

Category

Early 20th Century French Louis XIV Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Metal, Brass

Large Antique Japanese Meiji Period Bronze Floor Vase with Foo Dog Handles

Large Antique Japanese Meiji Period Bronze Floor Vase with Foo Dog Handles

Large Antique Japanese Meiji Period Bronze Floor Vase with Foo Dog Handles

Located in Morristown, NJ

Late 19th/Early 20th c., large Japanese Meiji bronze floor urn. The principal decoration on both sides of the vase is rendered in beautiful and strong relief. One side depicts birds, possibly skylarks, in flight and on flowering cherry blossom branches. The opposite side depicts herons wading and alighting on a flowering tree. the upper and lower portions of urn are decorated with repeating arched lozenges detailed with scrolls and flora. The urn is adorned with foo dog handles, unmarked. This is an impressive and beautiful bronze urn. In bronze-working, Meiji period craftsmen were newly empowered to attempt distinctive, innovative, and complex pieces. Makers were influenced less by the West than by China, which had had a relationship with Japan stretching back thousands of years, far further than Japan’s recent association with Western powers. Artistry in bronze-work reached new heights in the Meiji period, as a number of metalworking schools developed, creating intricate pieces including vases, sculptures...

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Vases

Materials

Bronze

You May Also Like

Bronze Cheval De Marly in the Style of Guillaume Coustou, circa 1930

Bronze Cheval De Marly in the Style of Guillaume Coustou, circa 1930

Bronze Cheval De Marly in the Style of Guillaume Coustou, circa 1930

Located in Labrit, Landes

Bronze statue in the style of Guillaume Marly. The horses of Marly were commissioned by Louis XV to sculptor Guillaume Coustou to decorate the entrance of the park of Marly castle. ...

Category

Antique 19th Century French Animal Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Cheval de Marly, Bronze Equestrian Sculpture by Guillaume Coustou

Guillaume CoustouCheval de Marly, Bronze Equestrian Sculpture by Guillaume Coustou

Cheval de Marly, Bronze Equestrian Sculpture by Guillaume Coustou

By Guillaume Coustou

Located in Long Island City, NY

Artist: After Guillaume Coustou, French (1677-1746) Title: Cheval de Marly Medium: Bronze Sculpture, signature inscribed Size: 22 x 19 x 9 in. (55.88 x 48.26 x 22.86 cm) This be...

Category

Early 20th Century Romantic Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Monumental 19th-Century French Bronze Horse Tamer After Guillaume Coustou

Monumental 19th-Century French Bronze Horse Tamer After Guillaume Coustou

Monumental 19th-Century French Bronze Horse Tamer After Guillaume Coustou

Located in 'S-HERTOGENBOSCH, NL

19th-century patinated bronze after Guillaume Coustou’s celebrated Chevaux de Marly, originally created in 1743–1745 for the Château de Marly. The dynamic composition depicts a powe...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

French 19th Century Patinated Bronze And Ormolu Statue Of A Horse And Groom

French 19th Century Patinated Bronze And Ormolu Statue Of A Horse And Groom

French 19th Century Patinated Bronze And Ormolu Statue Of A Horse And Groom

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

An impressive and majestic French 19th century patinated Bronze and Ormolu statue of a horse and groom, modeled after the horses of Marly. The spectacular horse is draped in a saddle...

Category

Antique 19th Century French Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

French Large Bronze Horse Sculpture on Bronze Base

French Large Bronze Horse Sculpture on Bronze Base

French Large Bronze Horse Sculpture on Bronze Base

Located in Montreal, Quebec

A majestic trotting horse cast in bronze. The wind blows through its mane and tail to create the striking impression that the horse is in movement. This sculpture is mounted on a rou...

Category

Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Animal Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

French Antique Bronze Sculpture of Ibrahim, Arabian Stallion by Pierre J. Mene

French Antique Bronze Sculpture of Ibrahim, Arabian Stallion by Pierre J. Mene

French Antique Bronze Sculpture of Ibrahim, Arabian Stallion by Pierre J. Mene

By Pierre Jules Mêne

Located in Shippensburg, PA

PIERRE-JULES MÊNE French, 1810-1879 "Ibrahim - Cheval Arabe Ramené d'Egypte no. 2" Sand-cast bronze with medium-brown patina and red undertones Signed in base "P.J. MÊNE" and title...

Category

Antique 19th Century French Romantic Animal Sculptures

Materials

Bronze