A Nawwaqiyah of Fanghash al-Nawwaq in Homs, early 1960s
Hazaim al-Wair shared with me this old photo about 15 years ago. It shows one of the Nawwaqiyat mares of Fanghash al-Nawwaq in the early 1960s. There was a drought in the desert, and Fanghash had entered into partnerships (sharaakah) with townsfolk from Homs on one of his mares. I am not sure who is pictured riding the mare. I need to ask Hazaim.
Leaving aside the awkward pose, I think I would like this mare. Short coupling, long hip.
As Jeanne stated, even in this pose, the mare’s proportions are discernible. Lovely hip, short back, good length of neck, short cannons, nice size feet. Looks a good mare. Assuming that is her foal behind, looks well proportioned too.