The animal yard statue has been around a lot longer than most
people realize. Although the gardens of the ancient Greeks and
Egyptians weren't exactly replete with detailed depictions of
Meerkats, they did showcase sculptures of other animals.
Sculptures of lions were found in many gardens but horses were
probably the most popular animal to be immortalized in stone.
The horse is still admired for its combination of grace and
speed but before the car was invented, this animal was vital for
everything from farming to travel and war. Its noble bearing was
captured by countless artists over the centuries and this
tradition continues with sculptures such as the Majestic
Mustang. The wild, unfettered nature of the mustang is captured
in this dramatic statue as the horse rears up and batters the
air with its forelegs. Horses have been so revered that they
have also been used to create mythical creatures. The Greeks
combined the wings of an eagle and the beauty of a horse to come
up with the Pegasus. This amazing myt