Trail of Painted Ponies ANASAZI SPIRIT HORSE FIGURINE #1583 NIB, LOW #1E/0161

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Trail of Painted Ponies ANASAZI SPIRIT HORSE FIGURINE #1583 NIB, LOW #1E/0161:
$269.95

You are offerding on The Trail of Painted Ponies ANASAZI SPIRIT HORSE #1583, brand new with original hang tag and box. THIS IS A VERY LOW #1ST EDITION WESTLAND GIFTWARE HORSE #1E/0161. IT IS RETIRED AND IS GETTING HARDER TO FIND. The intricate black-and-white designs found on Anasazi pottery at Chaco Canyon, which reflect the timeless character of ancient cultures, are the inspiration behind this astounding work of art. Of French and Spanish descent, Robert has also added new dimensions to the art of gourd painting, for which he is respected and collected worldwide. A versatile artist, his horizons are constantly expanding, making him one of the most exciting talents working today. While this horse is decorated with designs found on Anasazi pottery that dates back 900 to 1200 years, the fact is the Spanish had not yet arrived on these shores when the Anasazi culture flourished. While painting, the artist found himself thinking about the logs that were hauled by hand from the timbered mountains hundreds of miles away to build the structures at Chaco Canyon, the heart of the Anasazi culture. As he painted, he toyed with an alternate title: \"Where Were You When We Needed You.\"

The Trail of Painted Ponies is a beautiful line of Horse figurines introduced by Westland Giftware, the creator\'s of Cow Parade. It is modeled after the New Mexico-based public art project called The Trail of Painted Ponies. In the history of art, the horse has always been an enduring source of inspiration. Giftbeat, the publication that prides itself on taking “the product pulse of the gift industry” has ranked Painted Pony figurines, manufactured and distributed by Westland Giftware, #1 in the animal-themed collectible category. Painted Pony figurines are mounted on bases similar to more expensive art pieces, and are sequentially numbered on the underside so that collectors can immediately determine where their piece fits in the casting history. By developing a regular retirement program, Painted Pony figurines have made the leap from charming collectibles purchased because people like the way they look and make them feel, to investments that are appreciating in worth. Several of these early retirees have now sold for well over $500. Collect these now before they climb any higher! These delightfully gorgeous Horses will surely be a highlight of any collection.

Artist: Robert Rivera
Sponsor: Anonymous
Beneficiary: New Mexico Children\'s Foundation
Figurine Introduction Date: June 2004
Dimensions: Approximately 6\" High X 7\" Wide
Materials: Resin

Please note: Although all Horses are in mint condition, occasionally a tag or box might have a slight crease or discoloration to it. We do not consider these to be damaged as this is the way we receive them directly from the factory and there is nothing that can be done about it, sorry!

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