Terry Duen (T.D.) Kelsey, The Protector Signed Bronze Sculpture American Western

A finely cast bronze sculpture titled "The Protector" by American artist Terry Duen (T.D.) Kelsey depicting a powerful horse poised atop a rugged rocky outcrop. Mounted on a shaped wooden base and signed by the artist on the underside. Richly modeled with exceptional attention to anatomy and movement, the sculpture captures the animal in a moment of alert strength and quiet confidence. The flowing mane, expressive stance, and textured terrain emphasize both realism and vitality, reflecting Kelsey's admiration for the enduring spirit of the American West. The Protector is an impressive example of contemporary Western bronze sculpture, celebrating the beauty, resilience, and freedom of the horse.From a private collection. Dimensions: 11.5"h x 13.25"w. In very good condition. Terry Duen (T.D.) Kelsey is an acclaimed American Western sculptor celebrated for his dynamic bronze depictions of horses, wildlife, and Native American subjects. A member of the prestigious Cowboy Artists of America and a Fellow of the National Sculpture Society, Kelsey has been honored with solo exhibitions at the Thomas Gilcrease Museum and the Buffalo Bill Center of the West, and his work has been featured in the Master Works of American Sculpture exhibition. His monumental commissions are installed at prominent institutions including the National Museum of Wildlife Art, St. Louis Zoo, and the Buffalo Bill Historical Center, establishing him as one of the foremost contemporary sculptors of the American West.

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