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March 2004 Fine Art & Antiques Auction

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203. An Antique Carousel Horse, c. Late 19th Century

from the estate of Countess Michaela Almeida of Moondsee, Austria. A white horse with brightly painted saddle and straps. Finely carved with open work on neck, carved teeth, complete with a real horsehair tail and glass eyes. The breast has been fitted with a wrought iron bracket fitted for electricity. Mirrored medallions decorate the red, blue and green decorative harness. Paint is not original. Apprx 54" T x 57" L x 15" W.

The last detail picture show the interior of her Florida Estate, which was featured in Florida Architecture magazine. This horse was placed above the entrance to her terrace.

3,000/5,000   Sold $3,565.00
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