Stevenson Brothers' Royal Chestnut Rocking Horse

Wednesday, August 10, 2011

Stevenson Brothers' Royal Chestnut Rocking Horse

This gorgeous Chestnut rocking horse by The Stevenson Brothers from Bethersden, England is based on a 1910 design originally manufactured by the legendary F.H. Ayres, purveyor of the finest rocking horses during the Victorian era, and prized by children of all ages and British royalty alike. Made from Chestnut wood, the horse is hand carved to show musculature and constructed using the traditional Victorian method of mortise and tenon, ensuring a sturdier connection between joints than the common dowel and peg style that weakens after years of riding. The horse is fitted with tanned English cowhide leather tack, red leather saddle top and royal red saddle blanket.When this Chestnut rocking horseÕs natural finish is polished, its takes on a beautiful reddish brown hue. And, when rocked in the light, the grain tends to change color. Mounted on a Coach Spring suspension system that provides a subtle bounce and extends the riderÕs ÒstrideÓ to more closely resemble that of a real horsesÕ gait, the horse comes complete with a real horse hair mane and tail and hallmarked brass plaque bearing the makers name, date and unique number. ...Read more

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56" L x 18" W x 48" H
Each Stevenson Brothers rocking horse is custom built to the customers' speicfications. Please allow 6-8 weeks for delivery. DOES NOT INCLUDE INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING CHARGES.
Available to discerning owners, this heirloom quality rocking horse is an investment in authentic English craftsmanship from the most highly regarded makers in the field. Beautiful in any setting, this truly timeless piece of equine sculpture is rideable by children of all ages.
As with all of Stevenson BrothersÕ rocking horses, you also have the ability to custom build your very own horse: chose one (1) of three (3) horse sizes, the type of wood carved, the type of stand your horse is mounted on, the fittings, whether or not and/or how you want your horse painted, and the colors of the leather saddle and suede saddle blanket.

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