Veiga Horses: Tradition and the Present
Lisbon: Edicoes Inapa, 2004. First Edition, Limited Edition of 750 copies. Hardcover. Tall quarto, pp.160, illustrated in b&w, color, and sepia. -- Brief ink inscription on the front endpaper. -- Scarce English Edition. --. Near fine / very good. Item #10584
ISBN: 9727970788
The Veiga line of the pure Portuguese Horse is the subject of this book. From its foundation 190 years ago to today. "The 190 year history of the Veiga stud farm Quinta da Broa, Golegã , it's people and its horses. The creation of the most significant line of pure bred Lusitano horses. Breeding philosophy and standards that led to todays recognized type, quality and consistency. With in-depth contributions by Alvaro Domecq Romero, Arsénio Raposo, Conchita Cintron, Don Diogo de Bragança, this is a definitive must-read for any admirer of Iberian Lusitano horses. The historic photographs found in the book are a treasure-trove of information.
Price: $125.00