LeRoy Neiman "Defiant" Rare Custom Black Patina 1987 LE Bronze Sculpture HC #10/30

Leroy Neiman Limited edition solid Bronze sculpture rare HC of only 30 this one is 10 with beautiful custom black patina of the defiant wild horse, measures approximately 14" in height and 8" at its widest part. Signed in the cast by Artist, LeRoy Neiman, American (1921 - 2012). It includes the publisher’s Certificate of Authenticity

Hors d'Commerce Proof (HC) -HC's as they are called in the industry, are very rare only available through the artist or publisher directly. There are only 30 made in this edition. The artist or publisher gives these away as gifts, sells them to special clients or as a custom work for an exclusive dealer. In this case for a Luxury Ferrari dealer They are valued higher since they are even more rare and unique. The term "Hors De Commerce" means "Out of Trade" in English. Or Not for Sale in French.

Leroy Neiman has produced in form what he considers to be two of the most prominent characteristics of successful people: VIGILANCE and DEFIANCE. The capacity to be aware and attentive to ones surrounding and the ability and bravery to stand for what one believes are characteristics Neiman as illustrated in these two very powerful and brilliant sculptures. Defiant is the first work in the Neiman sculpture collection. This magnificent bronze depicts a wild, tempestuous horse rearing in brave defiance. As untamed as the wind, the stead is fierce and proud, nostrils flaring, mane a-flying, limbs launches sharply delineated in their muscular form. Incredible sculptures by one of America's greatest artists, these precious pieces of art speak to the qualities which must be constant companions of all who are successful in life. LeRoy Neiman's Vigilant and Defiant sculptures are two of only five sculptures Neiman had produced in his career spanning over 50 years.







Most people are unaware that Leroy Neiman created sculpture! As a gifted and accomplished sculptor he only created 5 different sculptures that were cast in bronze. They were released in 1987 and 1988 as the



Leroy Neiman Sculpture Collection



As one of America’s best known contemporary artists he was seen at Every Major Worldwide Event until his death in 2012. From the Bicentennial and Inaugurations to the Olympics, World Series, World Cup and Super Bowl, Neiman could be seen bringing his colorful style to these Iconic events. In 1983 he decided to put his palette down and return to sculpture. His colorful style of art often masked the brilliance of his line, as he was a brilliant draftsman. Working on these sculptures brought him back to the basic of art, line and form. With an eye as precise and accurate as Rodin he created the first of the Sculptures “Defiant” Followed later by Vigilant



Defiant Bronze Sculpture



Size: 16 x 15 x 6 in | 41 x 38 x 15 cm



Edition: 350 - 50 Artist proofs - 30 HC Hors Commerce



Foundry Signature w/ Stamp: Neiman Signed the Sculpture in the Clay



Each Cast Bears the Signature



24 Lbs



A Lifetime Cast







PHILANTROPHY



Leroy Neiman sponsored and supported several organizations that foster art activities for underprivileged and disabled children. These include The Leroy Neiman Center for Youth in San Francisco and the Arts Horizons LeRoy Neiman Art Center in Harlem. He also has established facilities at various colleges for coast to coast, including the LeRoy Neiman Center for Print Studies at Columbia University in New York and the LeRoy Neiman Campus Center, at his Alma Mater, the School of the Art Institute of Chicago





Leroy Neiman has produced in form what he considers to be two of the most prominent characteristics of successful people: VIGILANCE and DEFIANCE. The capacity to be aware and attentive to ones surrounding and the ability and bravery to stand for what one believes are characteristics Neiman as illustrated in these two very powerful and brilliant sculptures. Defiant is the first work in the Neiman sculpture collection. This magnificent bronze depicts a wild, tempestuous horse rearing in brave defiance. As untamed as the wind, the stead is fierce and proud, nostrils flaring, mane a-flying, limbs launches sharply delineated in their muscular form. Incredible sculptures by one of America's greatest artists, these precious pieces of art speak to the qualities which must be constant companions of all who are successful in life. LeRoy Neiman's Vigilant and Defiant sculptures are two of only five sculptures Neiman had produced in his career spanning over 50 years.







Most people are unaware that Leroy Neiman created sculpture! As a gifted and accomplished sculptor he only created 5 different sculptures that were cast in bronze. They were released in 1987 and 1988 as the



Leroy Neiman Sculpture Collection



As one of America’s best known contemporary artists he was seen at Every Major Worldwide Event until his death in 2012. From the Bicentennial and Inaugurations to the Olympics, World Series, World Cup and Super Bowl, Neiman could be seen bringing his colorful style to these Iconic events. In 1983 he decided to put his palette down and return to sculpture. His colorful style of art often masked the brilliance of his line, as he was a brilliant draftsman. Working on these sculptures brought him back to the basic of art, line and form. With an eye as precise and accurate as Rodin he created the first of the Sculptures “Defiant” Followed later by Vigilant



Defiant Bronze Sculpture



Size: 16 x 15 x 6 in | 41 x 38 x 15 cm



Edition: 350 - 50 Artist proofs - 30 HC Hors Commerce



Foundry Signature w/ Stamp: Neiman Signed the Sculpture in the Clay



Each Cast Bears the Signature



24 Lbs



A Lifetime Cast



PHILANTROPHY



Leroy Neiman sponsored and supported several organizations that foster art activities for underprivileged and disabled children. These include The Leroy Neiman Center for Youth in San Francisco and the Arts Horizons LeRoy Neiman Art Center in Harlem. He also has established facilities at various colleges for coast to coast, including the LeRoy Neiman Center for Print Studies at Columbia University in New York and the LeRoy Neiman Campus Center, at his Alma Mater, the School of the Art Institute of Chicago

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