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BreyerFest: Prost! would not be complete without celebrating one of the most iconic (and handsome) breeds from Germany – the Black Forest Horse!
The Black Forest Horse originated in the densely forested and mountainous southwest region of Germany known as the Black Forest (Schwarzwald) many centuries ago. The lightweight draft breed is hardy and bred to live, work, and thrive in this rugged region. Fewer than 3,500 purebreds exist, mostly living within Germany with a handful around the globe. The oldest German state stud, Marbach, manages the breed’s preservation program and has the largest breeding program housing 20 Black Forest stallions. Today the Black Forest Horse is mainly used for riding, driving, and therapeutic programs, while some are still used for farm work in the Black Forest region of Germany.
At BreyerFest this summer, we are so excited for fans to meet Montanara, one of only two Black Forest stallions (Schwarzwaelder Kaltblut) found in North America, and who has been immortalized as one of BreyerFest’s Limited Edition Traditional models, available to ALL BreyerFest: Prost! ticket holders, whether you’re joining us in person or online. Done on Jeanne Mellin Herrick’s handsome Friesian mold, #485, Montanara is a rich, dark chestnut with flaxen mane and tail and four white socks.
Born at Ursula Seidel’s stables in Washington State, Montanara is currently owned by Elizabeth Keck of Once Upon a Dream Acres in Idaho. Montanara was brought in utero from the Black Forest in Germany and was the first Black Forest Horse to be born on North American soil. He exhibits the breed’s naturally calm and willing demeanor and has done everything asked of him from riding to driving and even snow plowing. He passes on his incredible temperament, strength and beauty to his foals so future generations can enjoy this wonderful breed.
You, too, can enjoy this wonderful breed when you bring home this Limited Edition Model from BreyerFest: Prost! Keep your eyes on the BreyerFest Blog for more – we are just getting started!
April 01, 2022
I can’t stop looking at her! OMG!!!!!
March 17, 2022
Breyer, you guys are amazing. Keep up the good work!
March 07, 2022
Beautiful horse on the perfect model for him. My favorite breyerfest model for 2022 so far.
February 09, 2022
I love this model! The paint job is stunning and I love this breed! Im glad you can have access for him online! I will definitely get him!
January 28, 2022
I think I may pass out- he is incredible
January 14, 2022
This is such a gorgeous horse, although I am a bit disappointed that the special run models won’t be available for people online, I am super excited that this horse will be available for people who are online, I will definitely be adding him to my collection <3
January 12, 2022
Black forest horses are absolutely stunning!
January 11, 2022
I love that this is being done on an older mold :)
January 07, 2022
Is this a dream? That horse is BEAUTIFUL! Can’t wait for the model to add to my collection!
January 07, 2022
Love this one! Going to need him for sure!
January 07, 2022
Wow!!
January 07, 2022
Anyone else drooling?
January 07, 2022
SO BEAUTIFUL !!!!!!!!!! I CAN’T WAIT !!!
January 07, 2022
I can’t wait! I love this mold.
January 07, 2022
Very beautiful horse
January 07, 2022
Stunning model! I cannot wait to get ahold of one. The real horse is a real beauty as well!
January 07, 2022
Such a beautiful horse!
January 06, 2022
What a beautiful horse!
January 06, 2022
I like the horse I just don’t like the model.
January 06, 2022
ooh, hat a beautiful horse! can’t wait to meet him in july!
January 06, 2022
Cool beans !
January 06, 2022
Perfect model for this guy. Thank you Breyer.
January 06, 2022
Oo, an early Limited Edition reveal! I love him!
January 06, 2022
Not a fan of the model, but I LOVE THE REAL HORSE!
January 06, 2022
beautiful I will put him on my list for July
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Miley
April 13, 2022
I can NOT WAIT to get this boy!! What a beautiful mane. Also, is the real horse going to be there in person?