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Model # P1171
Shown in White
The Percheron breed originated
in north-west France in the basin area of La Perche. This horse
is the most famous and numerous of the French draft breeds, and
was probably created from a mixing of local Norman horses,
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Oriental breeds left
behind in Europe by the Moors and some Arabian blood.
This cross breeding created the large heavy draft horse used first
by medieval knights and then for agriculture and cart work. The
additional infusion of Arab blood in the 19th century contributed
to the Percheron being more active and lively than other heavy horse
breeds. The Percheron of today, is a more refined horse, with intelligence,
good-natured personality, spirited and willing attitude and exceptional
elegance for such a heavy breed. The large North Light model is
true to the breed standard. The model has this Heavy Draft breeds’
qualities of the thick neck, strong heavily muscled shoulders and
hind quarters, and medium length sturdy legs with large hooves and
no feathering. A life-like face with large moist looking eyes completes
this wonderful creation.
Size: Height 8 3/4", Lenght 9 1/2"
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