You are bidding on The Trail of Painted Ponies EARTH ANGELS PONY #12295, brand new with original hang tag and box. THIS IS A VERY LOW LOW RETIRED 1ST EDITON #1E/0013.  HORSES ARE VERY, VERY COLLECTIBLE WHEN THE 1ST EDITION # IS UNDER 100. Butterflies are like little angels with colorful wings, symbolizing change and growth… the transformation from one life form to another more beautiful. With this Painted Pony, Maria Ryan, a wildlife colorist, has created a gift to everyone who feels life has been a journey for them that has brought them to a place of emergence to be shared with others. “My hope is that ‘Earth Angels’ encourages people to make conscious changes to their lives for the better, to create new conditions in which they can flourish, and make their dreams come true.”

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: Maria Ryan
Figurine Introduction Date: January 2009
Dimensions: Approximately 6" High
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 manufacturer and there is nothing that can be done about it, sorry!

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