"Southern Steel II" (study) 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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"Southern Steel II" (study) Bronze Sculpture
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| "Southern Steel II" (study) BRONZE SCULPTURE Edition . . 30 Size . . 11"H  |
| Southern Steel depicts the slashing fury of a Confederate sabre charge. The Southern horsemen, both from desire as well as necessity, traveled light; weapons, clothing and equipments were generally limited to the basic essentials necessary to do the job.
This trooper is armed with a captured Federal sabre and a "brace" of Colt's revolvers, weapons ideally suited for the close-in fighting so highly preferred by the Southern Cavalry. His high boots, rare and highly prized, provide the protection needed for rough riding. His horse equipments consist of the barest essentials; a light-weight Jenifer saddle, one saddle blanket and a bed blanket strapped to the pommel. His jacket is tied on the back to allow him freedom for serious fighting. The bridle is captured Federal, modified to take a brass bit of Southern manufacture. A neck rope replaces a more cumbersome halter. A background of riding and shooting combined with the fierce determination brought out by a grim war fought on their native soil, made the Southern Cavalry one of the finest the world has ever known. All equipments and accoutrements are modeled from originals in my personal collection. |
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
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