Furioso stallion, Mezohegyes Stud, Hungary

The Furioso, like the Nonius were first bred in the 19th century in Hungary. They were developed at the Mezohegyes Stud using Nonius mares. Furioso and North Star were English Thoroughbred stallions brought to Mezohegyes in 1841 and 1844 respectively. The Furioso strain has since gained the ascendancy and the horse is now a first class riding horse that stands at about 16 hh and has many Thoroughbred characteristics. It is sound, hardy, and intelligent, and goes well in harness. It is also a good competition horse.