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What year was the rocking horse invented?

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What year was the rocking horse invented?
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.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Painted Rocking Horse
Located in Washington, DC
A painted rocking horse, with original mane, tail, saddle, bridel and original old paint.
Category

Early 20th Century American Toys

Materials

Leather, Wood, Paint

Rustic American Rocking Horse
Located in New York, NY
A whimsical early American painted child's rocking horse. A fun piece that makes you smile, USA
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Vintage 1920s American Toys and Dolls

Materials

Wood

Carved Pine Rocking Horse
Located in Cheshire, GB
Carved and painted pine rocking horse with leather saddle and harness on trestle rocker
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Early 20th Century British Toys and Dolls

Materials

Pine

Rocking Horse in Painted Wood
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rocking Horse in Painted Wood Keywords: children's accessories, rustic, French country
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Early 20th Century French Toys and Dolls

Materials

Wood

Fully Restored Victorian Rocking Horse
Located in London, GB
A beautiful, fully restored Victorian rocking horse complete with a studded leather saddle, blue
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Antique Late 19th Century English High Victorian Toys

Materials

Wood

19th Century Wooden Rocking Horse
Located in Sheffield, MA
The 19th century charming and rustic rocking horse now mounted on two straight boards is made of
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Antique Early 19th Century American Country Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood

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