L. TONY - Sculpture, "TESTA DI CAVALLO" - 14 cm - Silverplated - 1960

Beautiful silver sculpture depicting a horse’s head – Signed L. Toni (1960s).

Refined and expressive silver table sculpture depicting a proud horse’s head, distinguished by its pronounced anatomical realism and extraordinary attention to detail. The piece vividly captures the animal’s expressive power: its deep-set eyes, the contours of its muzzle, and the flowing, windswept mane convey a strong sense of dynamism. The entire surface is hand-chased to faithfully reproduce the texture of the horse’s coat, creating fascinating plays of light and shadow.

The piece bears the signature of Lorenzo Toni, a renowned Italian sculptor and artist born in Bibbona (Livorno) in 1938. Celebrated for his exceptional skill in modeling three-dimensional figures, Toni made his mark on the art scene of the second half of the 20th century with his classical and equestrian-themed works (his imposing chariots, gladiators, and galloping horses are particularly famous). His creations combine Tuscany’s great sculptural tradition with modern artistic metalworking techniques, achieving considerable success in the market for luxury decorative objects and art furnishings.

On the underside of the base is a circular metal guarantee seal attesting to its authenticity and manufacture. It bears the inscription “FANTASIA SILVER-PLATED,” the precious metal fineness mark 800, and the Italian maker’s mark 17 G.

Displayed on a desk or used as a refined bookend in a bookcase, the horse has long evoked leadership, nobility, and dynamism, making this piece perfect for a formal setting.

The photos form an integral part of the description.
( PLEASE NOTE A SMALL IMPERFECTION (CHIPPING OF THE PLATING) BEHIND THE HORSE’S LEFT EAR; SEE PHOTO NO. 15).

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