Boleslaw Cybis was a porcelain sculptor/artist who emigrated from Poland in the 1940's. He settled in the Trenton, New Jersey, area (the clay in that region is especially good for art porcelain, and you will see that other porcelain studios, such as Boehm, are in the NJ area as well, for the same reason) and opened a small workshop and studio. His work became very sought-after by collectors and, over time, his small studio attracted many talented young people who continued the tradition of his high quality work. In fact, the Cybis Studio is the oldest existing American art porcelain firm, and many of their pieces have been presented as Gifts of State over the years. During the 1960's, different "lines" or "collections" of subjects began to be introduced such as "Portraits," "Children," "Flowers," "Birds and Animals," "American Indians" and religious themes. This was the same time that the horse sculptures began to appear. Horse figurines have been produced starting in 1961 and are still being produced today, though most of the dozens of pieces have long since been discontinued. Currently there are about a dozen horses that are available, either in limited editions or open runs. This write-up was generously contributed by Elaine Cantwell. A great many thanks for all of the following scans sent to me by her as well! (except Mindy's foal shown above)

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Above: Dapple Grey Foal, 7" tall, an open edition introduced in 1986; owned by Mindy Binkley

Appaloosa Colt
9" x 7", issued from 1971-1975 as an open edition. Photo provided by Elaine Cantwell

Appaloosa Colt
Photo provided by Pauline Entin.

Appaloosa Colt
Photo provided by Melodie Dowell.

Black Beauty
7" x 7", introduced in 1988, an open edition which is still available. Photo provided by Elaine Cantwell

Darby & Joan
9" x 9", issued from 1969-1973 as an open edition. Photo provided by Elaine Cantwell

Gambol & Frolic
8" x 12", issued from 1969-1973, a limited edition of 1000. Photo provided by Elaine Cantwell

Pinto Colt
5" x 9", issued from 1972-1975 as an open edition. Left photo provided by Elaine Cantwell, right by Pauline Entin

Pinto Colt
Photos provided by Melodie Dowell

Pony and Children
8" x 8", issued from 1989, an open edition which is still available. Photo provided by Elaine Cantwell

Carousel Charger
13", introduced in 1985, a limited edition of 325 which is still available. Photo provided by Elaine Cantwell

Carousel Unicorn
13", introduced in 1984, a limited edition of 325 which is still available. Photo provided by Elaine Cantwell

Carousel Horse, Sugarplum
12", introduced in 1981, a limited edition of 750 which is still available. Photo provided by Elaine Cantwell

Carousel Bicentennial Horse, Ticonderoga
12" x 13" issued from 1975-1977, a limited edition of 350. Photo provided by Elaine Cantwell

Circus horse
Photo provided by Melodie Dowell.

Lady Godiva
Photo provided by Elaine Cantwell

The Lady and the Unicorn
11" x 7", introduced in 1987, an open edition which is still available. Photo provided by Elaine Cantwell

The Sea King's Steed, "Oceania"
14" x 14", issued from 1977-1982, a limited edition of 350. Photo provided by Elaine Cantwell

Leaping Pegasus in grey
Photo provided by Melodie Dowell.

Pegasus
13" x 13" issued from 1971-1976, a limited edition of 500. Photo provided by Elaine Cantwell

Pegasus Foal, Free Spirit
9", introduced in 1981, a limited edition of 1000 which is still available. Photo provided by Elaine Cantwell

Decorated Horse's Head, "Satin"
5" x 9" x 13" high. Issued from 1978-1981, a limited edition of 500. On lower edge of neck is written "Cybis (c) #82". Photographed and owned by Other Treasures.



Decorated Horse's Head, "Satin"
13" issued from 1978-1981, a limited edition of 500. Photo provided by Elaine Cantwell

Unicorn, Sir Bailey
4" x 8", introduced in the 1980's, an open edition which is still available. Photo provided by Elaine Cantwell

Unicorn, Sir
Photo provided by Melodie Dowell

Unicorn, Prince Brocade
14", introduced in 1981, a limited edition of 500 which is still available. Photo provided by Elaine Cantwell

Unicorn
10" x 13" issued from 1969-1974, a limited edition of 500. Photo provided by Elaine Cantwell

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