Bronze Statue of Armed Horse Rider

[kahnjar1]

Originally Posted by Nathaniel

I saw this at House on the Rock, in my lovely home state of Wisconsin...and knew forum members would appreciate seeing some photos

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/House_on_the_Rock

I'm interested to see what people think of the rider's garb, and bladed adornment...ethnographically accurate? or romantic mish mash? Anyone know the sculpturer?

I agree with Gav....a very nice piece. I assume it is bronze? Any makers name around the base? The stirrups look Turkish/Syrian.