Lot 36 , An early 20th century Ayres type carved wood dapple grey rocking horse on pine safety frame, H.130cm, L.160cm

An early 20th century Ayres type carved wood dapple grey rocking horse on pine safety frame, H.130cm, L.160cm
Estimate £500-700

Lacking stirrups, the leather rein has lost an end and needs repair, the horse has lost its mane but the tail is present. The paintwork is chipped and there are losses in several areas, notably to the ears the top of the right leg, the right flank behind the saddle, the left side has wear through use and loss of paint, the pine frame is chipped around all edges. Overall in very used, playworn condition.
Floor to tip of ear 127cm
Length of stand 160cm
No evidence of woodworm


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Sold for £650