All our Akhal-Tekes are something otherworldly, ancient spirits who chose to share our realm, but this stallion in particular is so surreal. He is a walking fairytale, prose poetry lept from the pages of a dream journal. When he really looks at you, he’s not just seeing but looking into you–and the energy found between is powerful.

He is living art and a millenia of living history.

We had a heavy winter week visiting with him but so cherished fleeting sunny moments to admire him in full natural regalia. His high contrast coat with soot above and liquid gold below is striking against the snow and unfallen leaves.

Thank you to Katrina Ardiel for help with some quick subzero photos!

Akhal-Teke stallion Gappar-Dacor.