Rocking horse - Ancien cheval en bois sculpté – Art populaire français / Style rustique Milieu du XXe siècle, - France
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This hand-carved wooden horse is a French folk-art piece from the mid-20th century, measuring 37 cm high, 33 cm wide and 1 cm deep, in fair condition.
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Description from the seller
Old carved wooden horse – French folk art / Rustic style
Key features
• Type: Figurine / Folk art toy in the shape of a horse.
• Brand / Creator: Folk art craft (unsigned and without visible brand).
• Era / Period: Mid-20th century (vintage / rustic style).
• Main materials: Hand-carved solid wood, attached harness elements (red-painted wood, synthetic straps).
• Dimensions: Height 33 cm × Width 37 cm.
• Country of origin: France.
• Color: Dark natural wood tone, red and black paint highlights (head), yellow strap.
Condition
• Conservation status: Good vintage overall condition, nice patina from age.
• Signs of wear: Presence of light usage marks, small natural imperfections in the wood and superficial micro-fissures that enhance its authenticity (visible in close-up photos).
• Harness: The red wooden collar shows chipped paint and old glue residues. The yellow strap at the back was attached later (restoration/modified use).
• Stability: Stands perfectly on all four legs.
Provenance & Additional information
• History: Beautiful decorative object or old collectible toy from French folk art. Its rustic patina and carved shapes give it a unique authentic character, ideal for a chic countryside decor or cabinet of curiosities.
• Included documents: Sold alone, without box or original documents.
Delivery mode
• Shipping: Fast and careful shipment from France in appropriate protective packaging, with tracking number.
Old carved wooden horse – French folk art / Rustic style
Key features
• Type: Figurine / Folk art toy in the shape of a horse.
• Brand / Creator: Folk art craft (unsigned and without visible brand).
• Era / Period: Mid-20th century (vintage / rustic style).
• Main materials: Hand-carved solid wood, attached harness elements (red-painted wood, synthetic straps).
• Dimensions: Height 33 cm × Width 37 cm.
• Country of origin: France.
• Color: Dark natural wood tone, red and black paint highlights (head), yellow strap.
Condition
• Conservation status: Good vintage overall condition, nice patina from age.
• Signs of wear: Presence of light usage marks, small natural imperfections in the wood and superficial micro-fissures that enhance its authenticity (visible in close-up photos).
• Harness: The red wooden collar shows chipped paint and old glue residues. The yellow strap at the back was attached later (restoration/modified use).
• Stability: Stands perfectly on all four legs.
Provenance & Additional information
• History: Beautiful decorative object or old collectible toy from French folk art. Its rustic patina and carved shapes give it a unique authentic character, ideal for a chic countryside decor or cabinet of curiosities.
• Included documents: Sold alone, without box or original documents.
Delivery mode
• Shipping: Fast and careful shipment from France in appropriate protective packaging, with tracking number.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Model/name
Ancien cheval en bois sculpté – Art populaire français / Style rustique Milieu du XXe siècle,
Country of origin
France
Condition
Reasonable
Material
Wood
Width
33 cm
Height
37 cm
Depth
1 cm
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