Elector Maximilian II Emanuel of Bavaria on Horseback 1707

This bronze sculpture by Roger Schabol, completed in 1707, depicts Elector Maximilian II Emanuel of Bavaria on horseback, a powerful and dynamic composition. The Elector is shown in full armor, with his horse rearing up on its hind legs, trampling a vanquished foe. This piece, now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, is a fine example of the Baroque style, characterized by its dramatic movement, theatricality, and emphasis on the heroic. The piece's gilded base further elevates its grandeur and suggests its importance as a work of art for display in a grand setting.