Bronze jousting knight on marble platform

I THINK it’s a Giuseppe Vasari piece because it is so similar. I know for certain it is bronze, it may have silver and gold but have not had it tested yet to confirm. The base is marble. It’s very heavy, 12 lb. it is 8” long, 4.25” wide and 10.25” tall (not including the sword which is 9” long). There are no marking anywhere aside from the gold plaque on the front that reads “cavaliere 16’ seculo”. The bottom has red felt. The knights shield moves along with the Mallot and stirrups. It’s very very detailed. It belonged to my grandpa who passed but my grandmother says it’s worth a small fortune but doesn’t remember the details. So I’m hoping to get more information on it and hopefully a cost estimate and verification of details to sell to put towards funeral arrangements. Any information would be helpful. Thank you.

Category:

General Antiques and Collectibles

Medium:

Bronze, possibly silver and gold overlay

Size and dimensions of this item:

See description

Weight:

12 lb

For Sale?:

Yes

Appraisal

Appraiser's Description:

One 20th century Bronze of a 16th Century Cavalier in Armor

Appraiser's Remarks:

"Cavaliere 16’ seculo" is Portuguese and translates roughly to "16th Century Cavalier ". Figures like these have been in production for a considerable period of time, most since the turn of the 19th century. That said, the ones by well known Sculptors are nearly always very well marked with signatures and the mark of the foundry that cast them. Unmarked examples like this one tend to be mid 20th century reproductions and without documentation or any markings determining a maker is almost impossible. Comparable examples are still in production.

Estimated Value:

$300.00- $500.00

Bronze jousting knight on marble platform

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