The Salernitano horse
The breed developed in the 18th century from Neapolitan mares of Beard and Andalusian descent living in Campania (Italy), who were crossed with Andalusian and other stallions. The stud was closed in 1874 with the advent of the Republic. It was resumed at the beginning of the twentieth century, by crossing with Arabians and Thoroughbreds to obtain a good saddle horse. Around 1900, his former name, Persano, was replaced by Salernitano or Salerno. He contributed to the creation of the Italian Saddle.
Caractère et aptitudes du cheval
Quiet, balanced, and docile, this horse is energetic. He is a good jumper. Its gaits are correct, and its action is loose.
Utilisations du cheval
This excellent saddle horse, good carriage driver, brilliant light carriage horse, used by the mounted police, is appreciated in equestrian sports.
Morphologie du cheval
Light, Thoroughbred-type head. Straight profile. Broad forehead. Flared nostrils. Fairly long ears. Medium-long body. Long, muscular neck.
Prominent withers. Shoulder long and sloping. Deep chest. Strong back. Short loins. Rounded, muscular croup. Strong limbs. Good bone structure. Dry tendons. Fine cannons. Strong horn. Very full tail. Coat: bay, chestnut, black, gray. Wavy mane. Height: 1.60 to 1.70 m.
