Trail of Painted Ponies WILDFIRE HORSE 1E Rare Retired!

You are bidding on The Trail of Painted Ponies WILDFIRE HORSE #1458, brand new with original hang tag and box. THIS IS A 1ST EDITION HORSE AND IS # 1E/8868. IT WAS ONE OF THE FIRST TO RETIRE SO IT IS ONE OF THE MOST SOUGHT AFTER AND RARE PONIES! Anyone who has lived in the West knows firsthand about the awesome power and unpredictability of a wildfire. As well, anyone who has ridden horses knows they too are powerful and can be unpredictable. Carlsbad artist, Gerri Mattson has creatively combined these two natural forces into a single dynamic image in which a forest fire raging out of control and horse stand together in a single artform.

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.

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!

Buyer will pay $13.95 for Ground Shipping and Insurance (to US states only). Shipping outside of the contiguous USA will pay exact Priority International Shipping Costs. Add as many Horses or CowParade Cows as you like for only $3.50 additional shipping for each one (as long as they ship together at the same time). All items are brand new and in original packaging. Check out our eBay Store or auctions for the other TRAIL OF THE PAINTED PONIES or COWS ON PARADE and for a BIG savings on combined shipping! International Buyers – Please Note: Countries outside of the USA will pay exact priority international shipping costs. Import duties, taxes and charges are not included in the item price or shipping charges. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding/buying.

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