Sergeant of the Princess's Hussars Year 1848
This sculpture by José Crespo depicts a sergeant of the Princess’s Hussars from the year 1848, a military figure known for its distinction and elegance. Crafted in bronze, the piece captures the sergeant in a firm and resolute pose, arms crossed over his chest, exuding an air of authority and confidence. The attention to detail is evident in the sergeant’s attire, from the intricately braided uniform to the characteristic hussar hat.
The bronze features a patina that adds depth and enhances the textures, highlighting the details of the uniform and the sergeant’s facial expression. The sabre resting by his side and the decorative elements of the uniform are rendered with precision, emphasizing historical authenticity and the artist’s dedication to detail.
The sculpture is mounted on a polished wooden base, adding a warm and elegant contrast to the bronze. This solid base not only provides stability but also frames the piece, allowing it to stand out in any setting.
«I return once again to the work of Cusachs, as it is an endless source of inspiration. His painting, «Sergeant of the Princess’s Hussars,» serves as the basis for this figure.
At the Institute of Military History and Culture (IHCM), I obtained documentation on the uniform regulations of the period (1880) to complete the finer details.
I began modeling this figure in lost wax during the summer of 1998 in Castellón but didn’t have enough time to continue working on it, so it remained unfinished. I picked it up again in 2001 and completed it in March of that year in Madrid.
As a model, I used photos of myself posing in that position, and in the final stages, I had a fellow coursemate pose for me during the training program I was attending at the time.»
José Crespo
