This is a pull toy (with string missing) of a horse. It is constructed from wood and papier mache. The reins and harness are painted on. Notice in the image below, right that the front leg has a spot where the papier mache has broken off, revealing the wooden constructon underneath. |
In the detail of the head, shown below, notice the novel way that the ears were represented. There used to be a 'mane' of hair on the head and a tail, but over the years they wore off, or disintegrated. |