
La Jornada
2005
This monumental bronze sculpture depicts a mounted figure in military dress astride a dynamic, prancing horse, captured mid-stride against an open sky. Cast in patinated bronze with rich green and brown tones, the work showcases masterful anatomical detail in both rider and steed, from the horse's muscular haunches and expressive face to the soldier's period uniform and confident posture. The composition evokes equestrian monument traditions while emphasizing movement and narrative momentum, characteristic of early twenty-first century public art practice. Created collaboratively by Reynaldo 'Sonny' Rivera and Betty Sabo, the sculpture commands presence through its scale and naturalistic modeling, inviting viewers to contemplate themes of journey, valor, and historical passage. Photo by Advanced Source Productions on Flickr/Wikimedia Commons (CC BY 2.0)
- Medium
- Bronze multi-figure sculpture
- Spotted At
- Venue · Albuquerque Museum
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