Bucharest, RO
Details
- Dimensions
- 6.2ʺW × 1.9ʺD × 6.6ʺH
- Styles
- Swedish Modern
- Period
- 1970s
- Country of Origin
- Sweden
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
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- Materials
- Paint
- Wood
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Red
- Condition Notes
- Pre-loved / Overall in good condition Normal minor signs and scratches made in time, in the last decades Pre-loved / Overall in good condition Normal minor signs and scratches made in time, in the last decades less
- Description
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Vintage 80s unique Swedish dala horse (Dalahäst) figurine
Artist / Designer: Nils Olsson
Handmade and handpainted in Sweden
Hand-carved solid … more Vintage 80s unique Swedish dala horse (Dalahäst) figurine
Artist / Designer: Nils Olsson
Handmade and handpainted in Sweden
Hand-carved solid wood horse hand-painted in a glossy red with raw Swedish motifs.
Handcrafted with precision and care, these wooden horses showcase the traditional artistry of skilled craftsmen from the Dalarna region, in Sweden. As genuine artifacts, they embody a sense of authenticity that resonates with collectors and enthusiasts alike.
For many generations, this horse became a symbol that figuratively translated into strength and courage amidst hardship, providing hope to never give up - making its significance even more profound now than ever before!
MEASUREMENTS:
H 17cm x W 16cm x D 5cm
H 6.6" x W 6.2" x D 1.9inches
WEIGHT: 210grams / 0.46 pounds
CONDITION: Pre-loved / Overall in good condition
Normal minor signs and scratches made in time, in the last decades
Short history: Originally, Dala horses were made as toys for children to play with. They were produced in Dalarna region, in central Sweden in small villages, where people lived surrounded by forests. This is where the name stems from. The toys gained popularity first in the region but were also sold to other regions in Sweden.
The global attention didn’t come until the 20th century at the World’s Fair in New York in 1939, where Dala horses represented Sweden. After this, the Dala horses were seen as a symbol of Sweden, and mass production of the horses started. Since then, Dala horses have been popular souvenirs, but nowadays they are truly collectibles.
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