A Santini Horse

Hermès started as an equestrian brand in 1837 making saddles. Hermès has since expanded its line to include riding blankets and saddle pads. Hermès saddles are handmade and can still be purchased directly through Hermès or authorized retailers. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic Hermès pieces from some of the world’s top sellers.

A Victorian rocking horse is a child’s toy produced during the Victorian era, which refers to the years of the reign of Queen Victoria of England, 1837 to 1901. Prior to the industrialization that took shape during the 19th century, which allowed these structures to be mass-produced, rocking horses were hand-carved in wood and hand-painted to resemble a horse. Two rockers, mirroring those of modern rocking chairs, are attached to the horse’s legs, and when a child sits on the seat, the horse gently rocks back and forth. On 1stDibs, find a collection of antique rocking horses.

The names of the horses in most paintings are unknown, but a few famous horses do stand out in the equestrian art produced over the centuries. Andy Warhol depicted Silky Sullivan and jockey Bill Shoemaker in 1978, and George Stubbs created a painting of Whistlejacket, a horse owned by Charles Watson-Wentwort, the second Marquess of Rockingham, in 1762. You'll find a range of horse paintings on 1stDibs.

What you call a wooden horse depends on its design and purpose. A wooden horse head on a stick that serves as a children's toy is called a hobby horse, while a larger wooden toy that rocks back and forth is called a rocking horse. Decorative wooden horses are sometimes called equine sculptures or figurines. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of wooden horses.

A horse collar mirror is a wall mirror that features a frame made from a repurposed collar from a horse harness. Most examples date back to the late 19th and early 20th centuries. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of horse collar mirrors.

A horse collar is a part of the harness used to pull a wagon or plough. It distributes the weight evenly around the horse’s neck and shoulders. On 1stDibs, find a selection of horse collar designs from some of the world’s top sellers.

A horse hitching post is a post to which a horse can be tied to prevent it from leaving. Hitching posts are still used today, but they once were commonplace in towns and other gathering spots when people primarily used horses for transportation. Find a collection of vintage and modern hitching posts on 1stDibs.

Pommel horse is considered one of the harder events at the Olympics as it involves a very particular set of skills. It also requires more mastery of technique than strength or muscle to perform. On 1stDibs, find an array of pommel horses from top sellers.

Rocking horses have long been favorite toys for children all over. These fun toys also help with balance and mobility, while encouraging exercise. It’s no wonder that both children and their parents are so taken with these toys. Shop a collection of rocking horses from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

A clothes horse is also known as a clothes rack. High-end clothes horses are made of metal or wood, whereas their cost-efficient countertop versions are frequently made of plastic. The basic purpose of the clothes horse is to hang clothes after washing for drying. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary clothes horses from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.

The Terracotta Army is a collection of warriors, chariots and horses made from terracotta clay during the 3rd century BCE. The Terracotta Army is a type of funerary art for the mausoleum of Qin Shi Huang, the first Emperor of China. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of terracotta figures from some of the world’s top sellers.

Many parts make up a horse collar. The two pieces of wood or iron that form the collar are the hame, and the hardware used to connect the collar to the trace of the wagon or carriage is called the hame tug. The padded area of the collar in front of and behind the hame are the forewale and afterwale, respectively. Find a variety of antique horse collars on 1stDibs.

Yes, a horse hoof is similar to a fingernail on a human's hand. It is made of the same types of proteins and has the same purpose: protecting the skin underneath from injury. Shop a range of horse hoof decorative objects on 1stDibs.

No one knows the exact year that the rocking horse was invented, but they first appeared in early 17th century Europe. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of antique and modern rocking horses from some of the world’s top sellers.

To tell if a carousel horse is an antique, consider the construction. True antiques are normally hollow wood and have one-piece designs. Solid wood horses and those that have detachable ears and tails are likely to be reproductions. You'll find a variety of expertly vetted antique carousel horses 1stDibs.