Equestrian Statue Analysis

At one point in time it was believed that there were multiple equestrian statues during the time before the Christianization of Rome. The equestrian statues were created as a representation of their imperial leaders. The Equestrian Statue of Marcus Aurelius created around 173-176 C.E and located in Musei Capitolini, Rome, Italy is the only surviving equestrian statue from that era. The Equestrian Statue of General “Mad” Anthony Wayne, located in Freimann Square in Fort Wayne, Indiana and created around 1918 by George E.Ganiere is similar to the Equestrian statue of Marcus Aurelius. Both of the statues creators wanted their works of art to last throughout the years without any damage to them from weather or age. Visual similarities between
The forms reflect natural growth and shape of actual people and horses. The curves of the muscles on either are seemingly perfect matched to those of living horse and human figures. The robe which Marcus Aurelius wears is curved in places that make it seem as though he has body shape underneath it. There is little to no reliance on geometric shapes on the statues of Marcus Aurelius and Anthony Wayne. There is some where it comes to the design on the riding blanket which Marcus Aurelius sits on and the harnesses used on both horses. They also each stand alone and can be seen from a distance, but the statue of Marcus Aurelius stands inside a building so it can be preserved. Neither of the statues are enclosed with a fence but as said Marcus Aurelius is inside Musei Capitolini. The setting around the statues play well with the craftsmanship, making them stand out more then they already do. The setting frames the statues well making them look realistic. Both are to be viewed 360 degrees to notice all the details of the
Its head turned to the right with its mouth slightly open. Marcus Aurelius is posed with his right hand raised in the air and head tilted turned slightly to his right toward his raised hand. The artist who created the Equestrian statue of Marcus Aurelius used curves, horizontal, and vertical lines for it. They also used repetition to create the lines underneath the horse’s head and the curls on Marcus Aurelius’ head. General “Mad” Anthony has his head looking forward and hands placed on the reins as though he is pulling the horse’s head slightly right or stopping the horse. The horse is posed with its left front leg raised to step forward or possibly to turn. The artist, George E. Ganiere, used curves for the bodies of the horse and the General, as well as what they wear on them. He also used vertical lines for the