Sculpture in gilt bronze,Cheval Libre (Free Horse) by Pierre Jules Mene, (French, 1810-79). C. 1868 . 12 1/2 in. H.Sand-cast and patinated bronze | cast signature "P.J. MÊNE" | cast circa last quarter of the 19th century. The model is listed in Mêne's catalogue as no. 39 and it is an individual portrait of the stallion from his most celebratedL'Accolade