"The Gallic Horseman - Emmanuel Fremiet (1824-1910) "
Large bronze proof with dark brown patina representing an equestrian statue of a Gaulish rider (VERCINGETORIX?) Signed on the terrace "E.FREMIET". Model created in 1864 at the request of Napoleon III for the National Archeology Museum of Saint Germain-en-Laye. Old edition font. Late 19th century. Emmanuel FREMIET (1824 - 1910) famous sculptor of the second half of the 19th century, known for his equestrian statues and animal subjects (Saint George slaying the dragon, Joan of Arc on horseback, Grand Condé...).