19th-Century Bronze Equestrian Statue from Germany
A hand-cast bronze statue of Napoleon on horseback from 1820, created by French sculptor Antoine-Louis Barye using lost-wax technique. It falls under HTS 9703.10.00.00 due to its status as an original statuary piece over 100 years old, excluding mass reproductions. This work exemplifies Romantic-era sculpture.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide detailed provenance and artist attribution to substantiate originality and age, crucial for duty-free cultural exemptions
• Inspect for patina and casting marks during customs valuation to distinguish from modern forgeries
• File for temporary importation under carnets if for exhibition, avoiding permanent duty payments