Lot 176
A Herschell-Spillman Carved and Painted Wood Carousel Horse
Sale 1130 - American Furniture, Folk & Decorative Arts
Mar 30, 2023 10:00AM ET
Live / Cincinnati
Estimate
$1,000 - $2,000
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Sold for $1,386

Sold prices are inclusive of Buyer’s Premium
Lot Description
A Herschell-Spillman Carved and Painted Wood Carousel Horse
Late 19th/Early 20th Century
with glass eyes.
Height 55 1/4 x width 52 x depth 11 inches.
This lot is located in Cincinnati.
Condition Report
Appears to retains the original horsehair tail. Old scuffs, marks and scratches consistent with age and use. Appears to show an early repainted surface, with some of the original paint showing through. Other areas later painted due to various likely restorations, likely including the ears, the rear right leg at the knee joint and the front left leg at the knee joint.  Leather strap broken on one side of the bridal. Later stand.  Footrests and corresponding leather straps are seemingly replaced.  Few areas of small losses.

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