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Who manufactures rocking horses?

This page shows many different examples of rocking horses manufactured by G J Lines & also the Lines Brothers. Lines rocking horses were produced from around the same time as F H Ayres & were their main competitors in the rocking horse market at that time.

Is there a rocking horse at G J lines nursery?

G J Lines Nursery Rocking Horse extra carved, shown here upon her swingstand which retains original metal work and one end seat. She is in unrestored original condition.

Are there any rocking horses that have moveable heads?

F H Ayres tried out many rocking horse designs, including one with a patented moveable head around 1887, but not many have survived, and production ceased fairly quickly, which makes the few survivors very desirable.

What is an extra large Ayres Rocking Horse?

Extra large Ayres rocking horses have brackets with additional rectangular bearing plates. F H Ayres Rocking Horse, Extra Large, Extra Carved with tongue. Restored by Classic Rocking Horses

Are there different types of rocking horses?

Over the years there are many rocking horse makers that most people have heard of. But there are also lots of unnamed rocking horses from earlier periods that are very well carved and look nice as well. Early bow rockers ie Georgian etc are very sought after and their elongated faces make them look very different.

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Who makes rocking horses for a living?

Rocking Horse Restoration Christopher Woolcock is a professional toy maker who specialises in rocking horses. He both restores old rocking horses and makes new ones. He also makes carousel horses, hobby horses, walkers, tricycles and other toys with a horse motif.

What happened to G&J lines’horses?

As the business continued to grow, other factories were taken over or rented and in the late nineteenth century the premises of G & J Lines were claimed to be the large toy factory in Britain. Many of their horses carried their trademark: a thin metal disc stamped with a thistle. Their horses were sold by Gamages, Hamleys and Selfridges.

Is this G J lines nursery Rocking Horse Extra carved?

G J Lines Nursery Rocking Horse extra carved, shown here upon her swingstand which retains original metal work and one end seat. She is in unrestored original condition. Note the extra carving on her neck & above her front legs to mimick muscle tone.

What kind of Toys did G&J lines make?

G & J Lines produced rocking horses, ‘gallopers and ostriches’ for fairground rides ie like the Savages fairgrounds rides, life size dummy horses for tailors and saddles, horses’ heads for pubs and shops, tricycle horses, stool horses, pole horses, horse and carts and other large wooden toys.

Who made rocking horses in the 19th century?

The company G&J Lines ( George and Joseph Lines, 1876-~1931) produced one of Britain’s best-known Nineteenth-Century ranges of wooden rocking-horses, and with Allen & Co (which they owned) also produced dollhouses, carts and prams.

How many mechanical horses can you race at once?

Interview Question (with more details) There are 25 mechanical horses and a single racetrack. Each horse completes the track in a pre-programmed time, and the horses all have different finishing times, unknown to you. You can race 5 horses at a time.

What kind of horse is F H Ayres of London?

LANCER – F H Ayres of London Extra Carved Antique Rocking Horse. A large and beautiful Victorian Rocking Horse with extra carving to the neck and back legs and a superbly carved face. Fully restored with original stand, apart from the top rail which has been replaced.

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Why choose our Ayres Rocking Horse restorers?

Our F. H. Ayres rocking horse restorers bring experience and know-how to the craft of renovating your old favourite and offer refurbishment of Ayres antique rocking horses throughout the UK. Many Ayres rocking horses have some distinctive features, such as:

How big is an Ayres Rocking Horse?

Ayres Antique Rocking Horse, fully restored by Classic Rocking Horses. Adult sized 52” high – a very large well carved horse suitable for children of all ages ( with supervision) up to adult. Replacement stand to the correct pattern, with original hoof rails – all antiqued to a soft patina. Measurements are: Height 52” Length 60” Width 18”

Who makes the best rocking horses?

In the 21st century there are many contemporary & traditional rocking horses makers, such as the Stevenson Brothers, Haddon rocking horses, Legends rocking horses ( Alec Kinane) & Harold Wakefield who has produced some absolutely exquisite carvings of rocking horse with unbelievable realistic detail.

What should I look for when buying a rocking horse?

My advice when looking for a rocking horse to purchase, would be to go with a rocking horse that truly pulls at your heartstrings, regardless of make or provenance.

What is a rocking horse made of?

The same construction and design as the traditional English rocking horse. Made in a variety of timbers, including natives, with a selection of finishes. The rocking horse you have if you don’t want a horse. Choose from Zebras, Giraffes, Lions, Dragons, or maybe a rocking cow. We also take commissions to produce your own wild one.

What happened to G and J lines?

In 1913 G. & J. Lines moved to a new location called Thistle Works in Down Lane, Tottenham in North London. They purchased four and a half acres of land complete with private railway sidings and built a new factory. G. & J. Lines continued to trade, until the death of Joseph Lines in 1931.

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What happened to the horses in the horse abuse case?

“What actually happened to the horses amounted to nothing less than abuse,” Sweeney said. “They experienced cardiac issues, overexertion leading to leg fractures, increased risk of injury and, in some cases, death.”

What happened to the horses at horse slaughter camp?

Not long after, Indian herders were discovered attempting to drive their horses out of Wright’s reach, and the soldiers overpowered them, capturing the horses, which may have numbered as many as 900, and set up a camp at the location where the monument now stands. It became known as Horse Slaughter Camp.

What does the horse on the bottom of the diagram represent?

The horse on the bottom represents a horse with a long, weak back — the topline and underline are similar lengths. A common flaw that negatively affects the horse’s balance is a back that is long in relation to the neck and hip. An important ratio to consider when analyzing balance is the ratio of the topline to the underline.

Who invented the first toy horse in London?

Later they also took over the old stable yard and the building of the London General Omnibus.They also had a subsidiary factory in Hackney Road known as Allen & Company, which was one of the oldest established makers of children’s vehicles. On the 25 February 1887 G. & J. Lines applied for a patent for a toy horse invention.

When did the lines start making toys?

The Lines family first became involved in the production of toys and baby equipment in about 1850. Their first factory was based at Bagnidge Wells, an early ‘spa’ near Kings Cross in London and their products were mainly produced in wood. The most popular products were wooden horses in a range of sizes.

How many horses can you race at a time?

There are 25 mechanical horses and a single racetrack. Each horse completes the track in a pre-programmed time, and the horses all have different finishing times, unknown to you. You can race 5 horses at a time. After a race is over, you get a printout with the order the horses finished, but not the finishing times of the horses.