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🏛️ FINE ART PIECE OVERVIEWUp for consideration is a striking, original equestrian fine art sculpture titled "Athenas Temple" by acclaimed Michigan sporting artist Maureen Siobhan Riley (1963–2016). This powerful piece is a magnificent sculptural study of the famous "Horse of Selene" (the Moon Goddess's chariot horse) from the east pediment of the Parthenon in Athens. Capturing the intense raw energy, flared nostrils, and bulging eyes of the classical Greek original, the sculpture is mounted on an elegant clear acrylic riser anchored to a heavy, polished black stone oval display base.
✒️ SIGNATURES & INSCRIPTIONSThis piece features excellent provenance marks directly from the artist:• Artist Signature: Hand-carved into the lower neckline ridge of the horse bust reading "M.S. Riley".• Underbase Inscription: The underside of the polished black stone base is hand-inscribed by the artist, clearly reading: MAREEN RILEY / "ATHENAS TEMPLE".
✨ CONDITION DETAILS• Status: Pre-owned in excellent, display-ready condition!• Physical State: The horse head carving is solid and clean with beautiful, intricate surface textures imitating weathered classical marble.• Base & Riser: The clear acrylic rod is structurally secure and clear. The polished black stone oval base is glossy and heavy, showing only very minimal light display or handling scuffs on the bottom edge. No major chips, deep cracks, or repairs.
*Please review all high-resolution photos to inspect the unique hand-carved textures, signature markings, base details, and overall item condition prior to purchasing.*
📦 SPECIALIZED SHIPPING & CRATING• Environment: Maintained safely in a clean, climate-controlled, smoke-free facility.• Secure Packing: Fine art requires maximum protection. This sculpture will be carefully double-wrapped in heavy-duty bubble wrap, suspended in protective packing peanuts, and shipped inside a thick, crush-resistant cardboard box.• Quick Handling: Dispatched securely via trackable carrier within 1 business day of checkout. Full insurance coverage included.
