- CountryItaly
- Town:Turin
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Year of creation:1861
- Rider(s):Alberto, Carlo
King of Sardinia (1798–1849). The son and successor of Carlo Alberto, Vittorio Emanuele, would later become the first king of Italy.
- Sculptor(s):Marochetti, Carlo
As the creator of seven equestrian statues, Carlo Marochetti (1805–1867) was one of the most productive sculptors. He was born in Turin (Italy), brought up in Paris and studied in Rome. He remained in France until 1848, and then moved to London. Marochetti was not only a very productive artist, but also a gifted one. He created some marvellous equestrian statues.
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