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Small Lines Rocking Horse on Curved Wooden Rockers
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    Roger and jill bichard founded the business in 1967 and their son nick joined them in 1994.
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Small Lines Rocking Horse on Curved Wooden Rockers

19th century
Sold 9 December 2025 · Moxhams Antiques
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Description

A small wooden rocking horse on curved rockers attributed to Lines Brothers; the original paint has been retained with a small amount of sensitive restoration; the mane and tail have been replaced as has some of the saddlery using old supple leather.

Many of the best antique rocking horse were made by Lines and Ayres. These makers would tilt the heads for a more life-like appearance. Horses on curved rockers are rarer than ones on the safety stands.

Made 1880 to 1910

Date of Manufacture

Moxhams Antiques has dated this Antique Wooden Rocking Horse to the Victorian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
90cm (35.43")
Width
167.5cm (65.94")
Depth
38cm (14.96")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA939728
Dealers Internal Reference
S35
Dealers Notes

Established in 1967,Moxhams Antiques is a family business with a large shop in Bradford-on-Avon near Bath. We have an extensive and varied stock specialising in good period town and country furniture, ceramics, particularly delftware, as well as some decorative items.

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Open 10am - 5.30pm, Monday to Saturday, but please let us know that you are coming.

Description
A small wooden rocking horse on curved rockers attributed to Lines Brothers; the original paint has been retained with a small amount of sensitive restoration; the mane and tail have been replaced as has some of the saddlery using old supple leather.
fig 1. An antique wooden rocking horse with dappled white paint, horsehair mane, and leather saddle mounted on curved green wooden rockers.
fig 1. Small Lines Rocking Horse on Curved Wooden Rockers

Many of the best antique rocking horse were made by Lines and Ayres. These makers would tilt the heads for a more life-like appearance. Horses on curved rockers are rarer than ones on the safety stands.

Made 1880 to 1910

Date of Manufacture

Moxhams Antiques has dated this Antique Wooden Rocking Horse to the Victorian era.

Height
90cm (35.43")
Width
167.5cm (65.94")
Depth
38cm (14.96")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA939728
Dealers Internal Ref
S35
Moxhams Antiques
Moxhams Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Aug 2009

Roger and jill bichard founded the business in 1967 and their son nick joined them in 1994.

Dealer Profile

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Trade Associations

Moxhams Antiques is a registered member of BADA 

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Location
17 Silver Street
Bradford on Avon
Wiltshire
BA15 1JZ
United Kingdom
Verified Since Aug 2009
Items For Sale 134
Items Sold 371
Moxhams Antiques
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Verified Since Aug 2009
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Location: 17 Silver Street, Bradford on Avon, Wiltshire, BA15 1JZ, United Kingdom
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An antique wooden rocking horse with dappled white paint, horsehair mane, and leather saddle mounted on curved green wooden rockers.
Small Lines Rocking Horse on Curved Wooden Rockers
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An antique wooden rocking horse with dappled white paint, horsehair mane, and leather saddle mounted on curved green wooden rockers.
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  • ObjectChildrens Toys
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian & Gothic
  • MaterialWood, Leather, Horsehair, Metal
  • ColourGreen and White
  • MotifsDappled finish, Curved bow rockers, Leather saddle, Horsehair mane
  • SizeH 90 cm (35 in) x W 167.5 cm (66 in) x D 38 cm (15 in)

Rocking horses evolved from medieval tilt-training devices into childrens toys by the 17th century. During the Victorian and Edwardian eras, makers like F. H. Ayres and Lines Brothers perfected production, creating durable carved wooden toys that became nursery centerpieces.

Traditional rocking horses were typically constructed from carved hardwoods such as pine, ash, or beech, often over a hollow wooden body. They featured genuine horsehair manes and tails, leather tack, and were mounted on bow rockers or safety swing stands.

Authenticity is identified through construction marks, tool traces, traditional materials like horsehair and genuine leather, and characteristic paint or gesso crazing. Maker stamps, often found beneath the belly or on the rocker rails, provide definitive attribution.

An antique rocking horse functions as a sculptural statement piece in traditional nurseries, living rooms, or hallways. Pairing the classic wood and leather textures with neutral backgrounds highlights its handcrafted heritage without overwhelming contemporary spaces.

Preserve antique wooden toys by keeping them away from direct sunlight and fluctuating humidity to prevent wood splitting and paint flaking. Clean gently with a dry, soft cloth, avoiding harsh chemical cleaners that can damage historical finishes.
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