The Friesian horse is a unique breed known for its shiny black coat and beautiful long, heavy mane and tail.
Friesian horses were developed from a very old breed which was inherent to all of western Europe, and is the only horse native to Holland.
By nature, Friesians are talented show horses and can be used for dressage and riding, whether for competition or recreational purposes. They are very intelligent horses and have a willingness to learn and a readiness to perform.
One said Friesian is a stallion named Frederik the Great, whose lustrous mane has captivated the Internet, making him a global media sensation and earning him the title “World’s Most Handsome Horse.”
By looking at his pictures, you will definitely see why. His long, wavy locks are absolutely stunning and the way it blows in the wind as he jumps in the air will take your breath away.
Frederik comes from a long line of performance Friesians, specializing in strong gaits and powerful trots. Audiences and judges have described Frederik as “one with power, elegance, beauty, nobility and very showy.”
Frederik earned the recognition of Dressage Grand Champion in 2007 at the famous Woodside Expo in California, and won Supreme Stallion in hand and halter in 2008. In 2014, he took the blue ribbon again at the Green Country Dressage Competition USDF and USEF.
Frederik belongs to Pinnacle Friesians who is owned by Stacy Nazario. Nazario fell in love with the Friesian breed the first time she laid eyes on one. Nazario set out to find the perfect Friesian, and a year and a half later, she finally came across Frederik in the Netherlands in 2006.
The majority of his gorgeous photos are taken by Cally Matherly of Cally’s Photography who has been photographing Frederik for years. Her photos capture Frederik’s magnificent beauty, noble form and giant personality.
Visit Pinnacle Friesians to learn more about Frederik, and follow him on his Facebook page.
