Horse and Rider, Modern bronze sculpture at Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden, Washington, D.C., United States.
The sculpture portrays a figure mounted on a horse in a moment of tension, with the rider raising arms while the horse rears backward.
Italian artist Marino Marini created Horse and Rider between 1952 and 1953, during a period of significant artistic development following World War II.
The sculpture represents a departure from traditional equestrian monuments, reflecting post-war anxieties through the dynamic interaction between human and animal.
Visitors can examine the sculpture's intricate details and three-dimensional composition by walking around its permanent outdoor installation at the museum.
The wooden construction and paint application technique demonstrate Marini's experimental approach, measuring 213 centimeters in height and 205 centimeters in width.
Location: Washington, D.C.
Inception: 1952
Creator: Marino Marini
Made from material: bronze
GPS coordinates: 38.88916,-77.02294
Latest update: November 13, 2025 07:59
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