HORSE, Rocking

CH1981.151

Body covered in tan calf hide with white markings. Wooden head, covered in hide except for nose. Glass eyes. Genuine horsehair mane and tail though former not original. Saddle, stirrups, and bridle made by saddler in 1964. 'S' bit original. 'Wilfred' stands on wooden platform with four metal wheels, which also fits onto a wooden rockers.

Department: 

History Department

Collection

History Collection

Collection Item Data

Accession Number: CH1981.151
Accession Date: 1 Jan 1970
Credit: Mrs Phyllis H. Payne

Material

Leather0 - Whole
Horsehair/Hair
Wood
Metal
Glass

Measurement

dimensions84 x 76 x 32cm
dimensions123 x 45 x 35cm

 


 

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