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Glider Rocking Horse

Vintage Wooden Double Horse Shoo Fly Rocking Horse Children's Glider 39"
Vintage Wooden Double Horse Shoo Fly Rocking Horse Children's Glider 39"

Vintage Wooden Double Horse Shoo Fly Rocking Horse Children's Glider 39"

$600Sale Price|20% Off

H 23 in W 38.5 in D 17.5 in

Vintage Wooden Double Horse Shoo Fly Rocking Horse Children's Glider 39"

Located in Dayton, OH

Early to mid 20th century shoo fly style rocking horse. Shoo fly (or shoofly) rocking horses

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Early 20th Century American Victorian Children's Furniture

Materials

Hardwood, Paint

19th Century Child's Platform Rocking Horse "Glider". American. Circa 1875
19th Century Child's Platform Rocking Horse "Glider". American. Circa 1875

19th Century Child's Platform Rocking Horse "Glider". American. Circa 1875

Located in Incline Village, NV

Of American manufacture, circa 1875, this authentic children's platform rocking horse "glider" is

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Antique 1870s American Folk Art Toys and Dolls

Materials

Wood, Leather

Antique Primitive Glider Rocking Hobby Horse Rustic Carved Wood Cast Iron Red
Antique Primitive Glider Rocking Hobby Horse Rustic Carved Wood Cast Iron Red

Antique Primitive Glider Rocking Hobby Horse Rustic Carved Wood Cast Iron Red

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique Primitive Glider Rocking Hobby Horse Rustic Carved Wood Cast Iron Red. Item features a

Category

Antique 19th Century Unknown Primitive Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

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Early 20th Century Child’s Rocking Horse Glider
Early 20th Century Child’s Rocking Horse Glider

Early 20th Century Child’s Rocking Horse Glider

Located in Bradenton, FL

Very nice handmade wooden rocking / prancing horse glider with leather tooled saddle mounted on a

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Early 20th Century Unknown American Craftsman Children's Furniture

Materials

Wood

Painted Carved Wood Rocking Horse, 19th C.
Painted Carved Wood Rocking Horse, 19th C.

Painted Carved Wood Rocking Horse, 19th C.

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H 22 in W 38 in D 8.5 in

Painted Carved Wood Rocking Horse, 19th C.

Located in Astoria, NY

Child's carved rocking horse glider with paint decoration, likely circa late nineteenth century

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Late Victorian Toys

Materials

Wood

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Vintage Marx Fire Chief Friction Action Toy Sedan American, Circa 1930
Vintage Marx Fire Chief Friction Action Toy Sedan American, Circa 1930

Vintage Marx Fire Chief Friction Action Toy Sedan American, Circa 1930

By Marx Toy Co.

Located in Incline Village, NV

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French Velocipede or Child's Horse Tricycle from the 19th Century
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Located in Austin, TX

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Antique American Carousel Horse Carnival Ride Attrib Charles Dare
Antique American Carousel Horse Carnival Ride Attrib Charles Dare

Antique American Carousel Horse Carnival Ride Attrib Charles Dare

Located in Forney, TX

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19th Century French White Pony Tricycle
19th Century French White Pony Tricycle

19th Century French White Pony Tricycle

$3,980

H 34.5 in W 23.5 in D 40 in

19th Century French White Pony Tricycle

Located in Chicago, IL

A 19th century French velocipede of a white pony, the horse of polychromed wood with horsehair mane and set upon an iron tricycle. Deaccessioned from the MacLean Collection of Asian...

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Russian Imperial Silver Punch Set From Czar Alexander III
Russian Imperial Silver Punch Set From Czar Alexander III

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Located in New Orleans, LA

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Original Painted Carved Rocking Horse from Sweden, circa 1900's
Original Painted Carved Rocking Horse from Sweden, circa 1900's

Original Painted Carved Rocking Horse from Sweden, circa 1900's

Located in Round Top, TX

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Materials

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Delightful Early 19th Century Horse Tricycle
Delightful Early 19th Century Horse Tricycle

Delightful Early 19th Century Horse Tricycle

$3,250

H 24.63 in W 28.25 in D 18 in

Delightful Early 19th Century Horse Tricycle

Located in Round Top, TX

A very charming early 19th century child's horse tricycle in wood and iron. A wonderful accent piece.

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Antique Early 19th Century French Children's Furniture

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Early 20th Century Continental Carousel Galloping Horse Mounted on Metal Stand

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Located in Atlanta, GA

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Swedish Antique Toy Rocking Horse, All Original, Origin: Sweden, circa 1870
Swedish Antique Toy Rocking Horse, All Original, Origin: Sweden, circa 1870

Swedish Antique Toy Rocking Horse, All Original, Origin: Sweden, circa 1870

Located in New York, NY

Swedish antique toy rocking horse, origin: Sweden, circa 1870 - 1900. Beautiful, untouched, original condition including the paint, leather saddle, girth and stirrups. The tail and ...

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Antique 19th Century Swedish Folk Art Animal Sculptures

Materials

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Original Brown Painted Wood Rocking Horse on Green Rocker, Sweden circa 1900's
Original Brown Painted Wood Rocking Horse on Green Rocker, Sweden circa 1900's

Original Brown Painted Wood Rocking Horse on Green Rocker, Sweden circa 1900's

Located in Round Top, TX

It is the worn look that creates the wonderful appeal of this original painted and carved rocking horse from Sweden. The brown/brick paint has been distressed (some missing, see phot...

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Early 20th Century Swedish Country Toys

Materials

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19th Century French Wood and Iron Child Horse Tricycle
19th Century French Wood and Iron Child Horse Tricycle

19th Century French Wood and Iron Child Horse Tricycle

$1,705Sale Price|20% Off

H 22.84 in W 20.48 in D 10.24 in

19th Century French Wood and Iron Child Horse Tricycle

Located in LEGNY, FR

Beautiful 19th century French wood and iron child horse tricycle from the 1890s. The saddle is made with fabric. The painting has peeled off with the age and use. Nice quality.

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Iron

Large Antique Rocking Horse on Curved Wooden Rockers
Large Antique Rocking Horse on Curved Wooden Rockers

Large Antique Rocking Horse on Curved Wooden Rockers

Located in Bradford-on-Avon, Wiltshire

Large Antique Rocking Horse on Curved Wooden Rockers Large carved wooden rocking horse on curved rockers attributed to Lines Brothers; the original paint has been retained with a sma...

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19th Century Polychrome Wooden Horse
19th Century Polychrome Wooden Horse

19th Century Polychrome Wooden Horse

$1,160

H 16.93 in W 15.75 in D 8.67 in

19th Century Polychrome Wooden Horse

Located in Brussels, Brussels

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Painted Wooden Carousel Horse
Painted Wooden Carousel Horse

Painted Wooden Carousel Horse

$6,500

H 53 in W 47 in D 14 in

Painted Wooden Carousel Horse

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Painted wooden carousel horse.

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20th Century American Animal Sculptures

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  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    To tell if a rocking horse is a Collinson, look at the pillar on its safety stand. Authentic pieces will usually have square pillars with wooden diamonds on top. The iron swings that allow the horse to rock were often red on genuine Collinson designs. However, an antique rocking horse may have been repainted, so the color you see might not be the original. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer can assist you with identifying rocking horses. Shop a range of rocking horses on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    To tell if a rocking horse is antique, first look for a label or mark that indicates the manufacturer’s name. Some makers of antique rocking horses include F.H. Ayers, Collinsons & Sons, G & J Lines, Crossley Brothers and Stevenson Brothers. If you're unable to find a maker's mark, you may wish to enlist the help of a certified appraiser or antiques dealer who is knowledgeable about rocking horses. Shop a variety of rocking horses on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Traditionally, Victorian rocking horses are made of solid wood. Designed to withstand wear and tear over time, Victorian rocking horses are often crafted with a high-quality wood, such as solid oak. Browse a selection of vintage Victorian rocking horses on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    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.