Horse with Head Lowered, 1865-1881

Edgar Degas | French, 1834 - 1917

A rare, early twentieth century, fine quality impressionistic bronze model of a horse with a lowered head entitled ‘Cheval faisant une descente de main’ by Edgar Degas, French (1834 – 1917). This bronze was cast by the lost wax process at the Hébrard Foundry, Paris. Before casting it was signed, stamped and numbered in the wax. It has a rich reddy brown patina with dark brown undertones.

Height: 7″ (18cm)
Length: 11″ (28cm)