* Base Color: The overall body color is a deep red-brown, similar to the color of a chestnut.
* Mane and Tail: The mane and tail are typically the same color as the body, but can sometimes be slightly lighter or darker.
* Possible Variations:
* Light Chestnut: A lighter shade of reddish-brown, often with a golden sheen.
* Dark Chestnut: A very deep reddish-brown, almost approaching a mahogany color.
* Liver Chestnut: A very dark chestnut with a brownish-red hue, almost appearing brown.
* Flaxen Chestnut: A chestnut with a lighter mane and tail that has a blonde or flaxen color.
Important Note: Chestnut horses can have white markings, like a star, stripe, or socks, which are not part of the base coat color.
To see examples, you can search for "chestnut horse" online or look at horse breed websites like the American Quarter Horse Association or the American Paint Horse Association.