HORSE OF A DIFFERENT COLOR Mexican Folk Art Figure On his second
voyage in 1493, Christopher Columbus brought with him thirty
Spanish Mustangs, a breed then considered to be the finest in
the world. Breeding farms were established in the Caribbean and
Mexico, and the Spanish horses became a vital part of the new
society. The mix of Spanish and native Mexican peoples produced
a unique and colorful culture, the artwork of which blended
brilliant color, texture, and design. The Mexican Folk Art horse
represents this blend of traditions and histories.