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A RUSSIAN BRONZE FIGURINE OF A MOUNTED COSSACK, 19TH CEN. - Antique 19th-century bronze figurine depicting a mounted Cossack. The rider stands on his feet on the stirrups holding the whip in one hand and the reins in the other. This composition probably depicts riding - dzhigitovka (performing dzhigitovka, the riders at full gallop stand up, jump to the ground, and back to the saddle), traditional for the Caucasian people. Unsigned. The surface is covered with a beautiful brown patina. Dimensions: H: 25 9/16 in., (65 cm.) Condition: Very good.