"Pony Rider" Bronze Sculpture by James Muir Bronze Sculptor | Allegorical Sculpture & Monuments in Bronze
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sidebar"Allegorical Art" is a term James Muir uses to describe his work, which is filled with symbology to help create a heightened social, political and spiritual awareness. "The allegorical symbolism in my sculptures bridges the centuries of history to make contemporary statements about the human condition, in order to exemplify the highest qualities of man. My work speaks of Duty, Honor, Courage, Liberty and Justice, but above all, it speaks of Truth and the ultimate triumph of the human spirit".  We accept Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover Credit Cards
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"Pony Rider" Bronze Sculpture
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| "Pony Rider" BRONZE SCULPTURE Edition . . 30 Life-size . . 6"H  |
| From April 3, 1860 to October 19, 1861 there occurred perhaps the greatest continuous test of human and equine courage and endurance in American History. Young men, many still in their teens, rode the Kentucky Thoroughbreds and California Mustangs of the Pony Express in relays between St. Joseph, Missouri and Sacramento, California.
Though armed originally with a Sharps carbine (and a few prototype Spencers,) one or two Colt's Navy pistols and a knife these weapons mostly gave way to a more dependable reliance on the rider's wits and the "pony's" speed for safety. Instructions were "not to fight but to run." Pride came from getting the mail through and on time. To itemize the incredible feats accomplished and danger endured would require volumes to do justice to the riders and horses whose courage and fortitude will forever stand unparalleled in the annals of history. |
Bronze Sculpture
In keeping with his deep spiritual convictions and social consciousness, Muir's sculptural subjects have expanded to reflect the critical nature of the times in which we live. Yet, whether historical or contemporary, "the golden thread that ties it all together is still my never-ending quest for the essence of life— for Truth in its purest form."
From the Studio
James Muir awarded
The prestigious Olaf Weighorst Award at the Mountain Oyster Show in Tucson, Arizona, for the maquette of the Lifesize Baca Memorial to be installed May 24, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. in Reserve, New Mexico
James Muir Sculpture Studio & Gallery Anniversary Celebration
December 1, 2007
3-6:30 PM
Uqualla (Havasupai Medicine Man) will be performing
The Grand Opening of the new James Muir Sculpture Studio & Gallery is December 1st, 2006 3-7 p.m. with a special Ceremonial Blessing by "Uqualla" - Havasupai Medicine Man at 4:00 p.m
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