Antique Victorian-Style Glider Rocking Horse

This is a large antique-style glider rocking horse, likely dating from the late 19th to early 20th century. The horse features a classic carved wooden body with a textured, gesso-applied finish painted in a dark mahogany brown tone. It is mounted on a sturdy black-painted wooden safety stand, specifically a 'glider' mechanism which uses iron swing arms to allow for back-and-forth movement without the footprint of traditional bow rockers. The horse retains several original or early period-correct features, including a leather saddle and bridle, stirrups, and a real horsehair tail in a blonde-grey hue. The anatomy is stylized yet detailed, with an open mouth and carved musculature. Notable condition issues include significant paint loss, cracking, and surface crazing across the body, which indicates considerable age and a heavy patina. There is visible wear on the leather components. The craftsmanship is substantial, suggesting a high-quality manufacturer from the Victorian era. Atop the horse sits a modern plush teddy bear with a red bow, which is not original to the piece.