An equestrian monument without a rider
An equestrian monument is a statue, usually made of bronze or stone material, depicting a person on horseback. These monuments are often erected to celebrate condottieri, sovereigns, or military figures who played a significant historical role.
Turin has a considerable number of equestrian monuments for various historical, cultural and symbolic reasons. It was the capital of the Duchy of Savoy and the Kingdom of Sardinia before Italian unification. During this period, the city was home to many prominent rulers and leaders who played a crucial role in Italian history.
Equestrian monuments are traditionally associated with power, courage and leadership. As a political and military centre of great importance, Turin wished to honour its leaders and military figures with these representations symbolising dominance and control. At a time when horses were essential to war and leadership, these statues represented not only the person, but also the strength and stability of the kingdom.
By definition, an equestrian monument always includes a figure on horseback, so an 'equestrian monument without a rider' does not really exist.
G.C., Turin,1994
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