Mann,
It reminds me of the "Springendes Pferd" that Kärner did for Allach. That reinforcing base-mount is indicative of the early, twentieth century style of strengthening the model and it's also interesting to note the styles of the various artists when it came to bracing the subject to its base. I appreciate the added effort Herr Kärner took with the animals hooves,
always an extra, unexpected treat for the observant viewer. Good choice!
We'll have to see if we can get some more horses up, I'll see if I can add a couple in the following days ... anyone else, please?
In the meantime I offer you an early bunny rabbit by Professor Theodor Kärner, circa 1921.
The decoration is done in extremely-light, pastel color-washes, the most subtle I've ever seen. It just picks up the detail slightly enough to add a new dimension to the shadows and highlights - nice to have sitting in front of you against a stark white piece to see the small but discernable difference.
Happy Motoring!
Bill
