The horse’s long affiliation with gods and heroes in Greek mythology no doubt also fostered a special respect and admiration for this remarkable creature in the minds of “ordinary” Greeks. In Homer’s Iliad, horses drive the chariots of the heroes and are praised for their swiftness and beautiful coats. HORSE HEAD STATUE 14.5 , Anmal Bust, Artstc Work, Room Desgn... A very detailed bust of a horse made in alabaster. They are often depicted as having special relationships with their owners, like Achilles and his immortal horses Balios and Xanthos. Horse statue bust made of Alabaster Horse Sculpture Alexander The Great Bust Statue Made Of Alabaster Bronze Horse Statue Handmade and Imported from Greece Material: Alabaster Dimensions: 5.0 inches AXIAL Axle Center 3rd Member Housing & Cover FR/RR : 1/10 SCX10 PRO Z-AXI232072 Model No: Z-AXI232072 Athena was also the inspiration behind the cunning Greeks’ infamous Trojan Horse which ultimately led to their victory at the Battle of Troy.