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Carousel Figure of a Horse, 1910-1914

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Artifact Overview

This hand-carved figure was made by the Herschell-Spillman Company, the largest carousel manufacturer in the United States between 1904 and 1920. Carousels were extremely popular in amusement parks and seaside resorts at this time. This figure was stationary, remaining in place as the carousel revolved. It is part of an operating carousel in Greenfield Village.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Carousel animal

Date Made

1910-1914

Creators

Place of Creation

Creator Notes

Made by Herschell-Spillman Company, North Tonawanda, New York.

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

2004.0.44.1

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Horsehair
Wood (Plant material)

Technique

Hand-painted
Woodcarving

Color

Black (Color)
Blue
Brown
Green
Peach (Color)
Pink (Color)
White (Color)
Yellow (Color)

Dimensions

Length: 51 in
Width: 11.5 in
Height: 49.5 in

Inscriptions

Underside of belly: XXXXVIIII
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Carousel Figure of a Horse, 1910-1914