Circa 1900 Folk Art Pull Toy Horse in Painted Wood & Papier-Mâché

Dimensions: 19½″ H × 16″ W × 9½″ D

Description:

An engaging American folk art pull toy horse dating to around 1900, handcrafted from carved wood and papier-mâché over a wooden framework. The horse retains its wonderfully worn hand-painted cream, black, and ochre decoration, with expressive painted eyes, original horsehair tail, and mounted on its original four-wheel wooden platform.

Objects such as this blur the line between childhood artifact and sculptural folk art. Layers of age, craquelure, surface wear, and exposed underlayers reveal more than a century of use, giving the piece an authenticity that cannot be replicated. Whether displayed alone or incorporated into a curated collection of Americana, it possesses the quiet charm and graphic presence sought by today's collectors and designers.

Suggested Placement:

A compelling accent for a library, children's room, country house, or layered modern interior. It also displays beautifully atop a console, open shelving, or within a cabinet of curiosities where its sculptural form and patinated painted surface can be appreciated from every angle.

Condition Report:

Very good antique condition with expected age-related wear. Original painted surface exhibiting craquelure, scattered paint loss, abrasions, and areas of exposed substrate consistent with age and use. Original wheels, horsehair tail, and painted decoration remain intact. A beautifully preserved example with honest patina.

Location & Shipping:

This item is located in our Saugerties showroom. Viewing and pickup by appointment only. Eligible for complimentary shipping in the continental US.

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