FINE CARVED AND PAINT DECORATED HORSE HEAD TRADE SIGN.

Last quarter 19th century, America. The animated nicely carved pine trade figure with glass eyes and with original finely crazed paint. Carved from a single piece, the figure retains original bridle ring mounts. The color of the painted bridle appears to have been changed at the making from red to black. This was probably used as an amusement park ornament rather than part of a carousel figure. SIZE: 24-1/2″ l x 17-1/2″ d x 6-1/2″ w. CONDITION: Minor abrasions and scuffs, high spots of ears and mane worn smooth from constant handling from children, iron mounting strap on backside added as later addition. Otherwise excellent untouched condition. 51859-26 (4,000-8,000) – Lot 2205

Auction: Fine Art, Asian & Antiques Auction - August 2017

Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

Image	Lot	Price	Description
	2205	$3,630.00	FINE CARVED AND PAINT DECORATED HORSE HEAD TRADE SIGN. Last quarter 19th century, America. The animated nicely carved pine trade figure with glass eyes and with original finely crazed paint. Carved from a single piece, the figure retains original bridle ring mounts. The color of the painted bridle appears to have been changed at the making from red to black. This was probably used as an amusement park ornament rather than part of a carousel figure. SIZE: 24-1/2″ l x 17-1/2″ d x 6-1/2″ w. CONDITION: Minor abrasions and scuffs, high spots of ears and mane worn smooth from constant handling from children, iron mounting strap on backside added as later addition. Otherwise excellent untouched condition. 51859-26 (4,000-8,000) – Lot 2205 Auction: Fine Art, Asian & Antiques Auction - August 2017 Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

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FINE CARVED AND PAINT DECORATED HORSE HEAD TRADE SIGN.