Man and Horse by Janis Ridley, Bronze, Edition 2 of 9, 120cm high by 115cm wide by 52cm deep, Animals and Birds, Figurative, Horse sculpture
This bronze sculpture of a man on a horse by Janis Ridley depicts a powerful yet serene image of a man on horseback. Frozen in time, the figure of the man is portrayed with a sense of strength and authority. His posture upright and confident, yet relaxed and tranquil, suggesting a relaxed relationship between man and beast. The moment appears to be calm as they both pause for reflection.
The horse beneath him is meticulously crafted, conveying a sense of the animal’s power and vitality.
The composition of the sculpture is carefully balanced. The man and horse are perfectly synchronized, creating a harmonious and dynamic composition that captures the viewer’s attention.
The bronze itself adds a sense of timelessness to the sculpture, with an attractive grey patina that suggests age and history. A captivating work of art that celebrates the strength, bravery, and nobility of the human spirit. It serves as a timeless tribute to the bond between man and horse.
Standing at 120cm high, this piece is large enough to stand proud in a private garden, yet still not too imposing to discourage an indoor display.
The piece is number 2 from an edition of 9
Janis Ridley likes to work on ideas of the individual and relationships. These include Mother and Child, Man/Woman and Horse, Angels, Woman and Man. She looks at how they co-exist and interrelate like feathers in the wing of a bird.