Augusto Rivalta, “amazon On Horseback,” Bronze, Signed, 1901

Augusto Rivalta, “Amazon on Horseback,” bronze, signed, 1901

“Amazon on Horseback” - Bronze sculpture by Augusto Rivalta (Alessandria 1837 - Florence 1925) dating back to 1901. Signed and dated on the base.

This magnificent bronze sculpture, signed and dated 1901 by Rivalta, depicts an Amazon in combat, in a scene of great dramatic and dynamic impact.

The Amazon is represented in a heroic pose, with her body leaning forward as she wields a spear in her right hand and holds a round shield in her left.

The warrior, dressed in a light tunic, stands over a wounded or fallen horse, emphasizing the tension and drama of the scene.

The expression on her face is determined and proud, highlighting the warrior and legendary character of the Amazons.

The detail of the musculature, the folds of the robe, and the decorative elements demonstrate Rivalta's great skill in working with bronze.

The work is part of the mythological and historical realism trend typical of sculpture at the turn of the 19th and 20th centuries.

The quality of the bronze casting and its dynamic composition make it a refined example of the figurative sculpture of the period.

Dimensions: H 40 x W 44 x D 54 cm