The Bronco Buster Bronze Sculpture by Frederic Remington

This is a large-scale cast bronze sculpture titled 'The Bronco Buster,' originally designed by the renowned American artist Frederic Remington in 1895. The piece depicts a dramatic and dynamic scene of a rugged cowboy attempting to stay seated on a bucking horse, capturing a quintessentially Western moment of raw energy and physical struggle. The figure is shown wearing high boots, chaps, and a wide-brimmed cowboy hat, with one hand gripping the horse's mane and the other outstretched for balance. The horse is captured mid-buck with its hind legs planted and its front legs tucked, its tail whipped by the movement. Constructed using the lost-wax casting method, the sculpture features a deep chocolate-brown patina with subtle highlights across the muscular contours of the animal and the draped clothing of the rider. The bronze is mounted on a thick, tiered green marble base with beveled edges, which is a common feature for high-quality estate reproductions. While the original was modeled in the late 19th century, this specific 'full size' example displays the characteristics of a mid-to-late 20th-century commemorative casting. The casting shows intricate detail in the fur texture, the leather straps of the saddle, and the expressive face of the rider. Condition appears excellent with no visible structural cracks or significant oxidation, though some expected light dust and minor surface wear commensurate with indoor display on a glass table are present. The signature 'Frederic Remington' is inscribed into the bronze base, a hallmark of pieces following this iconic design.