Rocking Horse Late 19th Century
This handsome steed is ready to make your acquaintance in our carriage house where he temporarily resides. **This item is for Pick~Up only as the shipping would be prohibitive because of the size. Rocking horse is probably German and dates to the late 19th century to early 20th century. Hand carved features showing unique detail that lends plenty of character. He is missing the rockers but sets very nicely on a platform base we created just for him. One wheel is stationary and the wood used was fashioned from wide board pine. Mane is missing but we added an authentic horsehair tail to replace the original one as this was also missing. The padded leather saddle has seen better days but partially remains as an indication of what materials such as burlap were used to fashion it. The reins and bridle are not complete as only whispers remain. His leather ears are also missing. However the detail in the facial features speak highly of his unique character. Old metal tacks were recently add