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Rocking Horse by G & J Lines of London (1904)
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Rocking Horse by G & J Lines of London (1904)

1900 - 1920
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Crafted around 1904 by the renowned rocking horse manufacturer G & J Lines of London, this beautiful, superb quality horse was unearthed from the basement of a school in Wales and restored in 2008.

A testament to traditional toy making artistry, the horse is structurally sound and immediately usable, with a smooth rocking movement.

Made traditionally from beech and pine, with a covering of gesso before being painted, the carving is superbly detailed - the horse has been given a muscular neck and chest along with strong facial details. The mane and tail are horsehair.

Unusually, the horse can be ridden by three children at once, using the seats at each end of the rocker.

It could benefit from more extensive, purely cosmetic restoration, if desired.

More photos are available on request.

Dimensions in cm: full height 126, full length of rocker 240, height to top of hind quarters 93, length of horse from front to back hoof 137, width between hooves 41.

Physical Dimensions
Height
126cm (49.61")
Width
240cm (94.49")
Depth
41cm (16.14")
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The Juniper Barn has dated this Edwardian Wooden Rocking Horse to the 1900s.

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SA1227667
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Description
150

Crafted around 1904 by the renowned rocking horse manufacturer G & J Lines of London, this beautiful, superb quality horse was unearthed from the basement of a school in Wales and restored in 2008.

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A testament to traditional toy making artistry, the horse is structurally sound and immediately usable, with a smooth rocking movement.
The Juniper Barn
fig 1. An Edwardian carved wooden dapple grey rocking horse with real horsehair and leather saddle, mounted on a black painted wooden bow rocker.
fig 1. Rocking Horse by G & J Lines of London (1904)

Made traditionally from beech and pine, with a covering of gesso before being painted, the carving is superbly detailed - the horse has been given a muscular neck and chest along with strong facial details. The mane and tail are horsehair.

fig 2. An Edwardian carved wooden dapple grey rocking horse with real horsehair and leather saddle, mounted on a black painted wooden bow rocker.
fig 2. Rocking Horse by G & J Lines of London (1904)

Unusually, the horse can be ridden by three children at once, using the seats at each end of the rocker.

It could benefit from more extensive, purely cosmetic restoration, if desired.

More photos are available on request.

Dimensions in cm: full height 126, full length of rocker 240, height to top of hind quarters 93, length of horse from front to back hoof 137, width between hooves 41.

Height
126cm (49.61")
Width
240cm (94.49")
Depth
41cm (16.14")
Date of Manufacture

The Juniper Barn has dated this Edwardian Wooden Rocking Horse to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1227667
Dealers Internal Ref
455ID
The Juniper Barn
The Juniper Barn
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Statement decorative antique interior & garden furniture, decorative items & lighting

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An Edwardian carved wooden dapple grey rocking horse with real horsehair and leather saddle, mounted on a black painted wooden bow rocker.
Rocking Horse by G & J Lines of London (1904)
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Popularised in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, bow rocker rocking horses featured carved wooden bodies mounted on long curved wooden bows, offering a sweeping movement for play.

Traditional makers used carved pine or beech wood for the body, coated with plaster gesso and hand-painted dapple patterns, fitted with real horsehair manes, glass eyes, and genuine leather saddlery.

Key identification markers include distinct head carving shapes, glass eyes, specific tack metalwork, and often a metal makers badge or stamped lettering near the base.

An antique rocking horse functions as a sculptural focal point when placed in a spacious hallway, drawing room alcove, or traditional nursery setting.

Keep the piece away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent wood cracking or gesso peeling, and gently clean leather fittings with specialised wax dressing.
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