Horse and Rider

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Horses are rarely depicted as fragile and downtrodden creatures. That's exactly what we see here. Horse, rider, and child hang together, visibly flawed with patches and holes, yet their stance conveys a sense of desperation. 'Horse and Rider' embodies the existential dread that plagues modern humanity, much like Picasso's iconic painting 'Guernica'. The horse dominates the scene, its presence radiating utter hopelessness. This piece is one of Jan Calmeyn's early works, showcasing his style before it evolved into abstraction. The sculpture consists of layered wax, carefully melted to achieve its distinctive form. This process requires a cool environment to preserve the desired shape. The visible seams and patches accentuate the unnatural, manufactured quality of this artwork.