Dressed as a Roman emperor, Louis XIV is seated astride his horse. His hair is full and curly. He wears his royal armor and his cape is set back behind his one shoulder. His armor has details of a fleur de left etched on his ribs and the pleated metal falls down around his waist for extra protection. He holds his royal cane in his hand and points forward suggesting that he is ready to move. His magnificent horse is wild with emotion. The horse’s mane is flying in the air and the horses nostrils are flared with anxiousness. The mouth is open suggesting the horse is letting out a wild neigh while he rams his hoof in to the ground with excitement. His nostrils and mouth are highlighted with a gold patina. The contours of the muscles on the horse are amazing with life like detail. Louis the XIV facial expression is surprisingly calm; He is safe and protected in his royal armor. His horse even has a beautiful detailed saddle as well as hair tie for his tail. Classical reminiscences and the idealization characteristic of the academic schools are combined with exaggerated solemnity and a glorification of the man who was known as the Sun King. This beautiful heavy bronze sculpture. It is 100% handmade and is mounted on a black marble base and was casted using the Lost Wax Method. Bronze Dimensions with Marble Base: Height 20 X Width 14 inches. Weight: 42 LBS.

This item is in great condition.