19th Century Riding Horse and Wagon with Handle

Live Auction

60" (150 cm). A carved wooden horse in prancing pose with hide cover, glass eyes, leather ears, horsehair man and hair, leather saddle and harness is positioned on a spoked metal wheel and appears to be pulling a wooden cart with fancy ball and stick railing around the seat, original red and gold stenciled designs, two large spoked wheels, and a metal handle with wooden hand grip. The rare luxury toy is well-preserved and in original unrestored condition (some hide wear). Circa 1875.