Hartland Horses and Dogs
by Gail Fitch
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Author: Gail FitchEdition: Paperback
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 2000-01-01
ISBN: 0764312685
Number of pages: 200
Publisher: Schiffer Pub Ltd
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Book Review: This Book is Fun for Model Horse / Toy /Figurine Admirers
Summary: 5 Stars
If you have books on Breyer or Hagen-Renaker horses, this is the equivalent (or better) for Hartland horses. "Hartland Horses and Dogs" by Gail Fitch from Schiffer Publishing, is a full-sized paperback, 188 pages, neatly arrayed with 739 color photos and information on identification, values, care of models, company history, model descriptions, artist interviews, and a chapter on the model horse hobby, model shows, resources, and more. Written by a horse lover for horse lovers, this book covers the golden era for model horses, the 1960s, and takes it forward to 2000. (Another book by Gail Fitch, "Hartland Horsemen," covers a different group of Hartland models: horse-and-rider sets from the 1950s forward.) The Hartland books began in 1983, well before any Breyer books or any web sites existed. Likewise, the Breyer company got model ideas from Hartland, which began first. The American dream in action, Hartland Plastics was a small company with an exceptionally talented group of people, starting with its award-winning sculptors.) Hartland author Gail Fitch has been interested in ALL brands of model horses (and REAL horses, of course) for more than 25 years, and "Hartland Horses and Dogs" gives wonderful insights into the world of model horses in general. This book is fun for those who are knowledgeable about horses (breeds, colors, etc.), but clear enough for beginners. Also, those who only want a collectibles value guide with color I.D. photos will find it easy to use. Each model has its own photo, unlike one of the Breyer books, and photos are larger than those found in the other Breyer book, to give you an idea of what a visual delight this book is for those who collect, used to own, or aspire to own, some of the most beautiful horse figurines in the world. I recommend this book to anyone who likes model horses, toy horses, or horse figurines. The sheer number of horses Hartland has made comes as a surprise to even experienced model horse collectors. The story of Hartland is remarkable, too. This is a well organized, concise, and well illustrated book that is not only a useful reference, but also makes interesting reading.
Summary of Hartland Horses and Dogs
Arabians, Thoroughbreds, Saddlebreds, and Quarter Horses have led the Hartland parade of breeds prized by horse lovers for four decades. Capturing grace, power, spirit, and refinement in plastic, Hartland horses and dogs portray the majesty of the equine and canine worlds with detailed conformation and breathtaking colors. The quality of the 1960s sculpture by Roger Williams and Alvar Bckstrand and fine attention to painted details are evident in all sizes of Hartland dogs, horse families, and individual horses. Hartland Plastics (1939-1978) was a small, midwestern company that set a standard of excellence for mass-produced models. Hartland expert Gail Fitch has assembled this guide complete with 739 color photos and valuable information for the collector, including current prices and advice on care and repair of your models.Antiques & Collectibles Books
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