Swedish Red Dala Horse 7cm 1970s
To United Kingdom, with Austrian Post AG, estimated between Thu, 5 Feb and Mon, 9 Feb. Shipping Policy. 30-day returns. Returns Policy.
Item Description
"Vintage condition with wear, paint loss, and age-related crackle."
Charming 1970s hand-carved Dala horse with original faded reddish-orange paint and visible tool marks.
- Height: 8 cm / 3.15 in
- Length: 7 cm / 2.75 in
- Weight: 15 g / 0.53 oz
- Material: Painted wood
- Origin: Sweden, circa 1970s
- Condition: Original, unrestored and unpolished
- Color: Reddish-orange, oxidized and faded with age
- Features: Hand-carved with uneven traits and visible bandsaw marks
- Paint Details: Simpler folk patterns; no paint under hooves
- Markings: No stamps, stickers, or signatures
This smaller Dala horse reflects authentic Swedish folk craftsmanship from the mid-20th century. Its unrefined finish, tool traces, and subdued paint tone speak to its handmade nature and honest wear. A modest yet evocative piece for collectors of Scandinavian folk art or vintage wooden toys.
Please take a look at the photos to evaluate the condition for yourself.
Dating and Verification
This hand-carved, hand-painted Dala-style wooden horse is best dated to the 20th century (circa 1950s–1980s). The dating is based on the carving/tool marks, the aged glossy varnish with natural crackle, and the simplified folk patterning. No maker’s label or stamp is present, so we describe it conservatively as vintage Swedish folk-art in the Dala style.
Item Specifics
- Condition
- used
- Manufactured
- Sweden
- Orig./Repro.
- original
- Classified
- Vintage
- Primary Material
- wood
- Modified Item
- no
- Maker
- folk art
- Brand
- Dala Horse
Swedish Red Dala Horse 7cm 1970s
DeliveryTo United Kingdom, with Austrian Post, estimated between Thu, 5 Feb and Mon, 9 Feb.
Shipping£ 9.97
Price£ 42
We offer 30-day returns as outlined in our Returns Policy. Items ship from Vienna, Austria, via Austrian Post AG. Learn more in our Shipping Policy.
