Caballo De Malaga by Maria Bayardo, Bronze, Edition of 8, 25cm high, 30cm wide, 15cm deep

Caballo de Malaga by Maria Bayardo is a bronze sculpture from a signed edition of eight, measuring 25 cm high, 30 cm wide, and 15 cm deep. The piece depicts a horse caught mid-stride, its head turned dramatically backward, conveying energy and alertness.

The horse’s form blends sweeping curves with sharp edges, creating a dynamic tension between fluidity and structure. Its legs bend naturally, emphasizing motion, while the angled, uneven base merges subtly with the figure, enhancing the abstracted quality. This integration of horse and ground gives the impression that the creature is part of the landscape, leaping forward yet connected to its support.

The bronze carries a rich, deep hue with subtle speckling, highlighting variations in the metal and adding depth to the sculpture. The surface is smoothed and polished, enhancing the interplay of curves and angles. Light glides across the horse’s body, accentuating its muscular lines and the sharpness of its sculpted edges.

Caballo de Malaga captures both elegance and motion. The abstracted form retains the essence of a horse while transforming it into a study of energy, shape, and balance. The sweeping curves, angled base, and refined bronze surface invite viewers to explore the figure from multiple perspectives. Each angle revealing new subtleties with each turn. The sculpture combines vitality, abstraction, and craftsmanship in a compact, powerful composition.