Shouting Horseman Explained

The statuette of The Shouting Horseman was made by the sculptor Andrea Riccio (1470-1532). It is in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum in London.

The statuette shows a warrior wearing classical armour and riding bare-back, crying out in the heat of battle.[1] [2] In his right hand, he holds the hilt of a sword (the blade is missing). The warrior's left hand may have originally held a spear or shield. The sculpture was cast between ca. 1510 and 1515.

Bronze sculptures were usually made so that they can be reproduced in several versions, but the lost-wax casting method of casting used by Riccio makes this horse and rider unique.

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Notes and References

  1. Web site: The Shouting Horseman, detail, by Andrea Briosco. Padua, Italy, early 16th century V&A Images . 15 September 2024 . V & A Images . en.
  2. Web site: The Frick Collection: Exhibitions: Future . 15 September 2024 . www.frick.org.