"Cheval henissant" is a bronze sculpture by Isidore Jules Bonheur depicting a horse captured in a moment of spirited vocalization, rendered with naturalistic detail characteristic of 19th century animal sculpture. The work features a rich dark brown patina that enhances the musculature and movement of the horse's form, while the veined green marble base provides an elegant and contrasting support that grounds the dynamic composition. This piece exemplifies Bonheur's skill in translating the energy and nobility of animals into three dimensional form, a specialization he shared with his more renowned sister Rosa Bonheur.