Bidspirit auction | Spelter Medieval Knight on Horseback

Spelter Medieval Knight on Horseback - Origin: Continental Europe Date: Late 19th to early 20th century Period/Style: Romantic Historicism Maker: Unidentified Materials: Cast spelter, steel rod, and metal chain Form: Equestrian figure Description: Continental cast-spelter equestrian figure depicting an armored medieval knight mounted on a rearing horse. The rider raises a long standard with a windblown pennant and carries a decorated shield at his side. The horse is fitted with relief-decorated tack and fine chain reins. Both figures rise from a naturalistic oval base centered by a broken tree stump and enclosed by a molded edge. The hollow perforated base and gray alloy are characteristic of period spelter casting. Marks: No maker's mark observed. Dimensions: 13.25 in. H x 11 in. W x 5 in. D Shipping note: Stevens Auction Company does not provide packing or shipping services. For this auction, and only for property we determine can be reasonably transported, Stevens Auction Company will, at the purchaser's written request after the auction, deliver the property to The UPS Store #3164, 1020 N Gloster St, Tupelo, MS 38804, for third-party packing and shipment. Whenever possible, purchasers should contact the store at (662) 840-7222 or store3164@theupsstore.com and obtain a packing and shipping quote before requesting delivery. Store information is available at https://locations.theupsstore.com/ms/tupelo/1020-n-gloster-st. The purchaser is solely responsible for selecting and paying for all packing, shipping, insurance, and related services directly with The UPS Store. Delivery is provided solely as a courtesy, at the purchaser's request and sole risk. Stevens Auction Company assumes no responsibility or liability for loss, damage, delay, packing, handling, transportation, shipment, or any claim arising from delivery to or possession by The UPS Store. Purchasers requesting this service must notify Stevens Auction Company promptly after the auction at info@stevensauction.com. Property must be removed from our premises within fifteen (15) days following the auction. Property not removed within that period is subject to a storage charge of $10 per day per item under our terms and conditions. Additional recommended third-party shippers and information are available at stevensauction.com. Condition: Extensive oxidation, pitting, scuffs, and losses to the silvered surface. The knight's raised wrist and hand exhibit a pronounced crack or previous repair where the standard is held. Standard rod may be replaced or reattached and is slightly misaligned. Chain reins are loose. Heavy rust and oxidation underneath. The central fastener is corroded.