1913 Herschell-Spillman Carousel

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Combining steam engine knowhow with shop production methods, the Herschell-Spillman Company became one of the most popular and successful American carousel manufacturers of the early 20th century. Herschell-Spillman carousels are known for their variety of carved wooden animals. The 1913 example operating in Greenfield Village features a colorful menagerie of “jumpers” and stationary animals, along with chariots and a lover’s tub.

Herschell-Spillman Carousel - 1

Catalog for Herschell-Spillman Company, "Improved Merry-Go-Round," 1913

Carousel Figure of a Goat, 1910-1914

Carousel Figure of a Zebra, 1910-1914

Carousel Figure of a Horse, 1910-1914

Carousel Figure of a Dog, 1910-1914

Rocking Chariot Carousel Seat, 1910-1914

Carousel Figure of a Cat, 1910-1914

Carousel Figure of a Frog or "Hop-toad," 1910-1914 - 1

Carousel Figure of a Rooster, 1910-1914

Carousel Figure of a Horse, 1910-1914 - 1

Keywords	1913 Herschell-Spillman Carousel Carousel History
Themes	Design & Making

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