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Standing Horse.

Offered by: H&S Fine Art and Antiques

Description
Standing Horse American School,19th Century. polychromed wood. Height 24 ½ in. by Length 26in. Circa 1880. Provenance: James Kronen, New York; Kennedy Galleries, New York; Marvel Collection, White Plains, New York; Ricco Maresca, New York. The important American Folk Art Collection of David Teiger. Literature: The Kennedy Quarterly, vol. XIII, no. 1, january 1974; Tom Geismar and Harvey Kahn, Spiritually Moving; A Collection of American Folk Art Sculpture (New York: Harry N. Abrams,1998) cat.no. 25,illus. in color. The form and function of this remarkable horse are as mysterious as they are evocative. It may have been used as trade sign or perhaps a decorative architectural element or even a toy. Regardless of its original purpose, it is an outstanding stylization reminiscent of work produced on other times and places, such as Oriental or Etruscan sculpture.

More Information

Origin:	United States
Period:	19th Century
Materials:	Polychromed wood.
Condition:	Good. Shrinkage cracks and touchups to paint consisitent with age and use. Small losses to the hooves.
Creation Date:	New England circa 1880.
Styles / Movements:	Folk Art, Americana, Traditional
Patterns:	Animal/Insects, Handmade, Traditional
Book References:	The Kennedy Quarterly, vol. XIII, no.1,january 1974; Tom Geismar and Harvey Khan, Spiritually Moving: A collection of American Folk Art Sculpture ( New York: Harry n. Abrams,1998) cat.no. 25, illus. color.
Article References:	The Kennedy Quarterly, vol. XIII, no.1,January 1974.
Incollect Reference #:	793539

Dimensions

W.	26 in;	H.	24.5 in;
W.	66.04 cm;	H.	62.23 cm;

Message from Seller:

H&S Fine Art and Antiques is a distinguished gallery based in the San Francisco Bay Area, specializing in American folk art, decorative and modern art, as well as Oriental antiquities. With a keen eye for craftsmanship, historical richness, and aesthetics, we offer a carefully curated collection for collectors and enthusiasts alike. By appointment only. Contact us at h.s.fineartandantiques@gmail.com for inquiries.