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19th Century Rocking Horse
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    Roger and jill founded the business in 1967 and their son nick joined them in 1994.
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19th Century Rocking Horse

1920 - 1940
For Sale by Moxhams Antiques
Description

A handsome large carved wooden rocking horse by J. R. Smith of Liverpool on its original stand with turned pillars and the head slightly tilted. The horse has been sensitively restored retaining much of its original paint and brass studs; we used old horse tack for the stirrup leathers and harness.

J. R. Smith rocking horses are known for their extra detailed carving and are similar in quality to horses by Ayres and Lines.

The brass brackets, the back turned pillar and the mane and tail hair are replacements.

Physical Dimensions
Height
112cm (44.09")
Depth
33.5cm (13.19")
Declaration

Moxhams Antiques has dated this Victorian Dapple Grey Rocking Horse to the 1930s.

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SA993094
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S328
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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Description
A handsome large carved wooden rocking horse by J. R. Smith of Liverpool on its original stand with turned pillars and the head slightly tilted.
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The horse has been sensitively restored retaining much of its original paint and brass studs; we used old horse tack for the stirrup leathers and harness.
Moxhams Antiques
fig 1. A 19th-century carved wooden dapple grey rocking horse mounted on a stained timber safety glider stand with leather tack and a natural horsehair mane.
fig 1. 19th Century Rocking Horse

J. R. Smith rocking horses are known for their extra detailed carving and are similar in quality to horses by Ayres and Lines.

The brass brackets, the back turned pillar and the mane and tail hair are replacements.

Height
112cm (44.09")
Depth
33.5cm (13.19")
Date of Manufacture

Moxhams Antiques has dated this Victorian Dapple Grey Rocking Horse to the 1930s.

Reference Numbers
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SA993094
Dealers Internal Ref
S328
Moxhams Antiques
Moxhams Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Aug 2009

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

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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Moxhams Antiques Profile Page

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Moxhams Antiques is a registered member of BADA 

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Archive I A 19th-century carved wooden dapple grey rocking horse mounted on a stained timber safety glider stand with leather tack and a natural horsehair mane.

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Moxhams Antiques

Moxhams Antiques
Telephone Shop 01225 862789 / Evenings 01225 783199
Location
17 Silver Street
Bradford on Avon
Wiltshire
BA15 1JZ
United Kingdom
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A 19th-century carved wooden dapple grey rocking horse mounted on a stained timber safety glider stand with leather tack and a natural horsehair mane.
19th Century Rocking Horse
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A 19th-century carved wooden dapple grey rocking horse mounted on a stained timber safety glider stand with leather tack and a natural horsehair mane.
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Invented in the late 19th century, safety stand rocking horses replaced traditional curved bow rockers with a stationary wooden frame and iron swinging arms to prevent tipping and conserve floor space.

These items were typically carved from hollowed or solid timber blocks, finished with gesso and hand-painted dapple grey patterns, and fitted with real horsehair manes, glass eyes, and leather saddlery.

Authentic period pieces feature hand-carved anatomical details, cast iron bracket hardware, natural horsehair trimmings, leather tack attached with brass studs, and visible paint craquelure.

Position the piece as a sculptural accent in a bay window, nursery, or hallway alcove to add historic texture and visual interest to contemporary or traditional decor schemes.

Keep the item away from direct heat sources to prevent wood movement, nourish leather components with a conservation wax, and gently dust horsehair and painted surfaces with a soft brush.
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