Breyer Indian Pony, #1706. $100. 13” x 9”. While many are familiar with the Appaloosa horse of today, the breed's origins reach way beyond the modern show ring! In the Americas, the Nez Perce Indians are credited with creating this colorful breed. In the 18th century, this tribe began to breed colorfully-marked mustangs. Primarily a fishing tribe, the addition of their spotted mounts made a large impact in their daily lives. The tribe became much more mobile, and hunting and trading were made easier. Their hardy and flashy ponies were both strong and intelligent - characteristics that the breed still possesses today. These uniquely-spotted horses were originally named "Palouse" after the Palouse River which ran through Nez Perce territory, the name evolved into the "Appaloosa" we are now familiar with!

Every Breyer horse is created by hand, under the watchful eye of the world’s leading equine experts. 

Breyer model horses, which begin as artist’s sculptures, are handcrafted and hand-painted with airbrushes and paintbrushes – a process which is still done by human hands, not machines. Even today, no two Breyer models are ever exactly alike!

Every Breyer model is an authentic horse breed, from its bone and muscle structure to its personality, color and marking. Sketches help determine the model’s correct composition. Item is in original box.