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19th Century Folk Art Branch Figure
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19th Century Folk Art Branch Figure

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19th Century Folk Art Branch Figure

This unusual sculptural object is made from sections of branch wood which have been joined together to create a man riding a galloping horse. Supported by a pine base, the horse has glass eyes and a metal bridle. The man also has glass eyes and metal pins in sections. All hand carved detail with some loss due its age.

Size in inches: H 7.5 x W 8” x D 4”

Origin: Unknown

Date: late 19th Century

Condition: Aged

A naturally aged item that has stood the test of time, worn surface resulting is loss of sections of detail such as one of the feet and hands on the man figure. Long gone aged worm holes are present which do not cause any structural damage or fragility to this object. Its firmly in place and supported by the base. This is an old item we guess over 100 years old so please expect this in the condition of the item. This item does not stand alone.

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Physical Dimensions
Height
19cm (7.48")
Width
20.3cm (7.99")
Depth
10.2cm (4.02")
Declaration

The House of Antiques has dated this Folk Art Branch Sculpture to the 19th Century.

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SA1122602
Dealers Internal Reference
branch horse
Description
19th Century Folk Art Branch Figure
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This unusual sculptural object is made from sections of branch wood which have been joined together to create a man riding a galloping horse.
The House of Antiques

Supported by a pine base, the horse has glass eyes and a metal bridle. The man also has glass eyes and metal pins in sections. All hand carved detail with some loss due its age.

fig 1. A dark carved wood folk art sculpture depicting a figure riding a horse, mounted on a rectangular wooden base.
fig 1. 19th Century Folk Art Branch Figure

Size in inches: H 7.5 x W 8” x D 4”

Origin: Unknown

Date: late 19th Century

Condition: Aged

A naturally aged item that has stood the test of time, worn surface resulting is loss of sections of detail such as one of the feet and hands on the man figure. Long gone aged worm holes are present which do not cause any structural damage or fragility to this object. Its firmly in place and supported by the base. This is an old item we guess over 100 years old so please expect this in the condition of the item. This item does not stand alone.

fig 2. A dark carved wood folk art sculpture depicting a figure riding a horse, mounted on a rectangular wooden base.
fig 2. 19th Century Folk Art Branch Figure

We strongly suggest reviewing all the photos provided as part of this advert and propose questions where sections are unclear to avoid disappointment upon purchase.

A direct message usually takes 24 hours to answer.

fig 3. A dark carved wood folk art sculpture depicting a figure riding a horse, mounted on a rectangular wooden base.
fig 3. 19th Century Folk Art Branch Figure

For multiple years we have sold antique items globally, please review our client feedback as a testament to our products and services. Expect our items to show relevant age and natural wear, we only restore due to breaks and major loss, and we always stipulate this in our condition report if this has been down before or after we have obtained them.

Height
19cm (7.48")
Width
20.3cm (7.99")
Depth
10.2cm (4.02")
Date of Manufacture

The House of Antiques has dated this Folk Art Branch Sculpture to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1122602
Dealers Internal Ref
branch horse
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Archive I A dark carved wood folk art sculpture depicting a figure riding a horse, mounted on a rectangular wooden base.

19th Century Folk Art Branch Figure

Archive II A dark carved wood folk art sculpture depicting a figure riding a horse, mounted on a rectangular wooden base. View II
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Archive XIII A dark carved wood folk art sculpture depicting a figure riding a horse, mounted on a rectangular wooden base. View XIII
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A dark carved wood folk art sculpture depicting a figure riding a horse, mounted on a rectangular wooden base.
19th Century Folk Art Branch Figure
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A dark carved wood folk art sculpture depicting a figure riding a horse, mounted on a rectangular wooden base.
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  • ObjectSculptures
  • Period19th century
  • StyleFolk Art
  • MaterialWood, Timber
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsNatural branch forms, Equestrian figure, Hand-carved facial features, Plinth base
  • SizeH 19 cm (7 in) x W 20.3 cm (8 in) x D 10.2 cm (4 in)

This nineteenth-century folk art sculpture is a dark brown carved wood object depicting a figure riding a galloping horse, mounted on a rectangular wooden base. Sections of branch wood join together to create the equestrian scene, complete with hand-carved facial features, a metal bridle, glass eyes, and metal pins in sections. Surface wear includes a worn surface resulting in losses of detail such as one of the feet and hands on the man figure, alongside long-gone aged worm holes. The piece measures 19 cm high, 20.3 cm wide, and 10.2 cm deep. Positioning this rustic farmhouse item on a bookshelf allows it to serve as a decorative focal point. The sculpture brings a textured, historical element to interior spaces, pairing well with traditional or eclectic room designs. Displaying it on a sturdy shelf showcases the intricate natural branch forms and detailed woodwork while keeping it securely supported on its pine base.

FAQs

Folk art branch sculpture refers to three-dimensional figures crafted by non-professionally trained artisans using naturally curved tree branches or roots, integrating organic natural shapes into naive human or animal forms.

Artisans typically utilised locally harvested timber, fallen branches, or root systems, shaping the form using basic hand tools such as pocket knives and chisels before securing the structure onto a flat timber plinth.

Authentic period pieces exhibit visible hand-tool marks, unrefined proportions characteristic of naive craftsmanship, natural surface patination from age, and original joinery without modern adhesives or fasteners.

Position the object as a focal accent on a minimalist shelf, side table, or mantelpiece where the organic silhouette and timber texture contrast against smooth modern surfaces.

Dust the surface regularly with a dry, soft natural-bristle brush, and keep the object in a stable climate away from direct heat sources and moisture to prevent timber shrinkage or split formation.
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