Product Description: From the Trail of Painted Ponies Retired Figurines Collection, Standing on Guard. This style was a Canadian exclusive, distributed only to retailers in Canada. Designed by artist, Royal Canadian Mounted Police and Fabienne Leydecker. Made of hand-painted resin. Measures 6.5" tall. Brand new in original box. The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) have proudly served Canada and its people since 1873. This colourful tradition continues with a spectacle known around the world as the Musical Ride. In keeping with tradition, the Musical Ride is performed by a full troop of thirty-two riders who are first and foremost police officers, along with their awe-inspiring horses. The Musical Ride consists of a stunning variety of intricate figures and cavalry drill, choreographed to music. Standing on Guard is a tribute to the Royal Canadian Mounted Police and the Musical Ride, where months of training and practice make horse and rider one.
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