Antique Italian Painting of Horse and Rider. Originally from a collection of paintings in a Florentine villa. Signed - Initials in bottom left corner and name signed on back - Carlo Ademollo. Florence 1899 Carlo Ademollo (1824–1911) was an Italian painter from Florence and from an artistic family (his grandfather Luigi Ademollo was also a painter). He studied at the prestigious Accademia di Belle Arti di Firenze under Giuseppe Bezzuol. He began exhibiting work in 1848, initially painting landscapes inspired by Tuscan scenery and life, eventually becoming known for his historic and patriotic subjects. He spent time around the Macchiaioli circle, a major Italian artists’ group of the era. The painting is likely to be a preparatory study or workshop piece. Possibly from the Italian Risorgimento, the series of wars and events in the 19th century that led to Italian unification. In antique condition with signs of wear commensurate with age. Small hole to canvas. Please see all photos. Approx dimensions: Height: 22cm/8.75" Width: 28.5cm/11.25" Your item will be carefully packed and shipped from Italy via courier. To the United States we use Fedex Express who are extremely swift and reliable. Items generally arrive within 2-6 business days. Within Europe we generally use UPS or GLS couriers. Upon ordering if you're able to add a telephone number that always helps the courier. All items are vintage or antique and therefore will show signs of wear expected with items of age. Please see all photos and feel free to message if you have any questions. I only sell items that I love and it’s important to me that you are happy with your purchase. If you are dissatisfied please don't hesitate to contact me. Feedback is very much appreciated.