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Bronze, green patina, on marble base Italy, second half of the 20th century Francesco Messina (1900-1995) - Italian sculptor, important exponent of the Novecento Italiano Signed ‘Messina’ on the rear side of the upper plinth Mounted on a rectangular marble base Dimensions, including the base: 49.8 x 86.5 x 22 cm Very good condition The naturalistic depiction of the galloping stallion shows the typical style of the sculptor Messina. Over the years Messina executed this theme in numerus varies. His horse figures are inspired by motifs of ancient Greek sculptures.    Condition: The bronze is in very good condition. The patina with artificial abrasion. The total amount to 49.8 x 86.5 x 22 cm. Francesco Messina (1900-1995) Francesco Messina gain access to sculpture as an apprentice in a marble workshop in Genoa. His early works are influenced by the futuristic woks of Filippo Tommaso of Marinetti. Of prime importance is his participation in the Venice Biennale in 1922. Here, he is continuously represented in the coming years until 1942. Numerous travels take him between 1927/30 in the most important European museums, where he studied classical sculptures. Messina figurative style is based on the ancient, sculpture. On the other hand, he alludes to the sculpture of the 15th century, especially in the Florentine style. He ranks among the most important exponent of the Novecento Italiano, and is represented with large sculptures in public space. (bde) Shipping costs excl. statutory VAT and plus 2,5% (+VAT) shipping insurance. Auctionata charges the resale rights tax pursuant to Section 26 of the German Copyright Act (UrhG) towards the buyer in case of the sale of an original work of art or photography prior to 70 years having lapsed since the death of their creator. Therefore, Auctionata charges when purchasing a good – if a protection as an original work of art or photography is given – starting from a hammer price of EUR 400 an additional amount, which is calculated according to Section 26 (2) German Copyright Act (UrhG) and which does not exceed the amount of EUR 12,500. You can find more information about resale rights tax in Auctionata´s table of fees and T&C.