After Guillaume Coustou (French, 1677-1746) A Pair of Gilt and Patinated Bronze Models of the Marly Horses, 19th century The dark patinated rearing horses, restrained by gilt grooms holding the reins, raised on naturalistic bases. (H: 24, W: 22, D: 8 in. (approx.)) Provenance Collection of Robert & Barbara Safford, Vaux Hill, Audubon, Pennsylvania. Freeman’s, Philadelphia, September 25, 2013, lot 178. Acquired directly from the above sale. Private Collection, Long Island, New York. Condition report: Wear and spots of oxidation and finish loss to the gilt figures, occasional surface scratches, repaired break to one horse tail.