Lot 115
  • 115

Vasilii Grachev (1831-1905), A Russian Bronze: A Speeding Troika Passing a Peasant Sleigh, 19th century

Estimate
35,000 - 40,000 USD
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Description

  • inscribed with signature and with Woerffel foundry mark
  • Bronze
  • Length 19 5/8 in.
  • 49.8 cm
a peasant's sleigh loaded with goods is pushed aside and nearly knocked over by a speeding troika

Condition

with good detail and nice brown patina; some reins detached or lacking
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