The Empty Saddle c. 1900 - 1901

"The Empty Saddle", a bronze sculpture by Henry Merwin Shrady, created around 1900-1901, depicts a saddled horse with its head lowered as if grazing. The horse's empty saddle and the rifle resting against it evoke a sense of loss and solitude. The sculpture's realistic portrayal of the horse, combined with its symbolic meaning, has made it a popular piece among art lovers and collectors. The sculpture's detailed rendering of the horse's anatomy and the saddle's accessories showcases Shrady's talent for capturing the details of the American West.