Limited Edition of 2500 pieces

#8406 Hackney Pony - $70.00
Traditional size - 10" in length
by Kitty Cantrell & Caroline Boydston

ORIGINS: England. Began in the 18th century in Norfolk and Yorkshire.

BREED PROFILE: Hackneys come in both horse and pony sizes. They were principally used as carriage horses/ponies making them virtually indispensable until the 1920’s when they were gradually replaced by motorized vehicles. Today the Hackney horse and pony are usually seen in the show ring and in driving competitions. They are even beginning to be used in dressage, show jumping and eventing. Today the Hackney horse and pony is considered a “rare” breed.

CHARACTERISTICS: Lively and energetic. Possesses enormous stamina and the ability to trot for many miles without tiring. Known for its extravagant, high stepping gait where the knees rise as high as possible and the hocks are brought up right under the body. This action should be spectacular, fluid and energetic with the horse/pony carrying its head and tail high with an arched neck.

The Equine Collection is produced by Starlite Originals. This line is made from a mixture of the finest cold-cast porcelain and resin, hand painted and glazed with special vibrant colors. This unique material and process was developed exclusively for Starlite Originals, their unique manufacturing process enable them to achieve the highest details possible, without losing any of the artist's original interpretation. Each piece is boxed in a really lovely black box and includes a black wood base. The horses are removable from bases for shipping or packing purposes.