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The Trail of Painted Ponies
Series Five ~ Released Winter 2005
Series five ponies marked another shift in production for the herds. This group has only eight figurines which will become the standard for all future
winter herds. This series features a number of standouts, including Lori Musil's beloved Cowpony. It's interesting that three of the models are stark,
monochromatic designs while another three feature some of the boldest colors to date. If you want a varied group, here it is, in both color and design.
The information on the base of the ponies becomes more uniform with this herd and remains that way to date.
- All ponies will have the item number and pony's name stamped on the bottom of the base.
- All ponies will have the artist's name on the base.
- The TOPP designation changes from LLC to Inc. on these and all future ponies.
- All of these ponies will have their edition numbers as well as "Handcrafted in China" stamped on their base.
- The copyright date is 2005
- The original boxes for all of these ponies will be red.
- All of these ponies were produced in the life size model.
- All models in this series are retired.
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Kokopelli Pony
Joel Nakamura
Resin
Retired January 2008
Last Model # 4E/9643
Charmingly mystical piece with a flat dark blue background featuring the hunched Kokopelli figure on the side of the model playing his magic flute.
The figure appears in a sunny yellow oval and is accented with a slight southwestern landscape. The raised "dots" are again present on this pony and
beautifully done. The alternating orange hooves as well as the reddish muzzle and tail tip add to the overall flowing color scheme of this piece. The
raised "dots" can present a problem as they can be rubbed or broken off leaving an indentation so handle only as necessary. Displays well under lighting.
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Skyrider
Wendy Wells-Bailey
Resin
Retired January 2006
Last Model # 2E/7206
Stunningly beautiful piece using bright, bold primary colors. The flow of this model is superb, using color, line and form to convey the ponies
journey across the sky. Study the raised golden lines to uncover the faces hiding in the swirls. The finishing touch of the classic red hooves add to
the overall dynamic of this pony as do the golden ankle bracelets. Skyrider presents with no known problems and is ready for display right out of the box.
Displays wonderfully under lights.
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Willing
Virgil Ortiz
Resin
Retired January 2006
Last Model # 2E/6009
This pony rocks, no doubt about it. A flat black base covered with traditional pottery designs in a raised silver patina and then all that strapped down
in silver spikes and black leather. Not your Mother's Black Beauty that's for sure. The most cutting edge pony to date, Willing sports impressive spiked
horns, a long beard and flowing black tail as well as rein chains. A dynamic piece that commands your attention whether you love it or hate it.
The pony presents with some problems, namely those reins. They can come loose but are easily repaired. I've had a few arrive with broken horns but that
was a packing problem that has since been remedied. Rarely a model will have broken spikes and that beard is not attached in the most secure manner so
handle it with care and then leave it alone. Display this bad boy behind glass, away from curious paws, and under bright lights. The silver really shines.
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Saguaro Stallion
John Geryak
Resin
Retired January 2006
Last Model # 2E/8401
Another extraordinarily textured piece for the tactile among us. This piece features a stand of saguaro cactus in silhouette by both a lovely, dark blue
moon rise as well as a spectacular sunrise. The landscape using both color and texture add a depth to this pony that is interesting and unique. The banded
tail, blue hooves and face mask are details that make this model a stand out. The base is a dark brown with several rounded "stones" between the hooves.
Saguaro presents with no problems. Displays best under lighting, if not he will appear dark and drab.
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Incognito
Janee Hughes
Resin
Retired January 2008
Last Model # 4E/2931
An imaginative piece using a slightly altered standing mold. The mane has the raised mohawk look of the zebra and the tail has been slimmed down
to appear more ropey. Incognito features Grant's zebras hiding in the stripes of the model, much like a magic eye puzzle. The stark black and white
stripes are nicely done as is the face with realistic eyes and a black muzzle. A black tail tip, socks and hooves complete the incognito zebra pony.
The model presents with no problems. Displays well in a lighted cabinet or as part of a modern black and white decor.
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Caballito
Amado Pena
Resin
Retired January 2006
Last Model # 2E/7207
The literal translation of Caballito is "little horse". Turquoise background adorned with stars and featuring iconic Native American faces in bold
colors lends this piece it's appeal. Sadly, it falls flat from there. This piece would have been much better suited to the standing mold, giving the
faces the static positioning instead of allowing them to slide all over the running mold. The legs of the model are all different giving it a gaudy
appearance. Caballito was not a popular piece in production and since retirement has fallen more out of favor with collectors. The model presents
with no known issues. Display in a lighted cabinet but away from brighter colored ponies, they clash.
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Epic Horse
Jeffrey Chan
Resin
Retired January 2006
Last Model # 2E/3610
A truly beautiful piece stunning in it's simplicity. A glossy black pony inscribed with an ancient Chinese poem, Orchid Pavillion Preface, using
the exquisite art of calligraphy. It is reminiscent of stone tablet writing of old. Epic is graceful to the eye in both form and artistry. The Trail
needs to aggresssively pursue more works by this artist and those like him. The piece presents with no problems, except it's devilishly hard to
photograph. Display with care, not under direct lighting because of the glare. Keep him dusted too.
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Cowpony
Lori Musil
Resin
Retired July 2008
Last Model # 5E/3748
The most anticipated pony at the time of it's release, Cowpony sold out in less than a day. The introduction of Lori's ingenious use of blended images on
the horse form in her signature style is still wonderfully unique. The model features horned red and white Herefords in a raised pattern on the body and
neck of the piece, even extending down the face too. The detail is remarkable considering the images must be fitted to flow along the body of the horse.
The muddy brown of the muzzle, tail tip and legs is interesting as well, leading the eye to automatically differentiate between the horse and the cows.
Cowpony presents with no problems. Display under lighting in a cabinet, espcecially if you own a 1E as they are quite scarce and very valuable.
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