Frederic Remington Bronze Norther Horseback Cowboy Figurine Sculpture 9"

Description

20th century bronze equestrian sculpture / figurine after "The Norther" by Frederic Remington. Depicts a well bundled up cowboy on a cold looking horse. Marked Frederic Remington near hoof. Gray marble base with felt bottom and brass name plaque.

"It is difficult today to appreciate fully the excitement and novelty of Remington’s early work. His first sculpture, The Bronco Buster (0827.33, 0827.34), was a national sensation. Although not the first American sculpture of a cowboy, it was the first to depict a cowboy as action figure in bronze. The daring two-legged stance of the rearing horse, also considered a great technical accomplishment, had been first achieved by sand casting. Remington went on to sculpt seven other cowboy-themed works. The least popular, The Norther (0827.39), was the only one of his cowboy sculptures to depict the horse with all four feet on the ground, literally frozen in place. This actionless antihero was a marketplace flop from its inception, although it is now considered one of Remington’s finest works." (Source: Gilcrease Museum)

"Frederic Sackrider Remington (October 4, 1861 – December 26, 1909) was an American painter, illustrator, sculptor, and writer who specialized in the genre of Western American Art. His works are known for depicting the Western United States in the last quarter of the 19th century and featuring such images as cowboys, American Indians, and the US Cavalry." (Source: Wikipedia)

Condition

Good Overall - Gentle wear

Dimensions

6.75" x 4" x 9" (Width x Depth x Height)