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Contact Nick

Nick

Posting for 5+ years

Triang 1920's G&J Lines Brothers Sportiboy Antique Rocking Horse

Reading, Berkshire

£1,900

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Description

🐎 Antique 1920s Tri-ang “Sportiboy” Rocking Horse – Professionally Restored with Family Provenance

A beautiful and genuine 1920s Tri-ang / G&J Lines Brothers “Sportiboy” rocking horse, professionally restored and owned within the same family for generations. A rare opportunity to acquire a documented example of this classic English antique toy.

Maker & Model
Manufacturer: Tri-ang (G&J Lines Bros, London)
Model: Sportiboy
Date: Circa 1920s–early 1930s
Origin: England

The horse retains the correct Tri-ang maker’s mark on the stand, confirming authenticity.

🛠 Professional Restoration
This horse has been professionally restored by Rocking Horse Works (UK specialists) — invoice included in sale.
Restoration has been carried out sympathetically and in keeping with the original style:

Traditional dapple grey finish
Correct period-style mane and tail
Proper leather bridle, saddle and tack
Stand refinished while retaining original structure and hardware
It presents beautifully while preserving the character expected of a genuine antique.

📸 Provenance
Included is a historic family photograph showing the horse being ridden by my mother as a child, demonstrating long-term family ownership and adding wonderful provenance.

🐴 Description & Features
Classic moulded composition head and body (correct Sportiboy form)
Original style wooden swing stand with metal supports
Glass eyes
Traditional dapple pattern
Attractive red saddle cloth with trim
A superb decorative statement piece as well as a collectible antique toy

📏 Approximate Size
Length: 1m
Height: 1m
Width: 40cm

📌 Condition
Excellent professionally restored antique condition. Structurally sound and display-ready.

🚚 Collection / Delivery
Due to size and weight, this item is collection preferred. I am happy to assist with buyer-arranged courier collection.

💬 Summary
A genuine, professionally restored 1920s Tri-ang Sportiboy rocking horse with documented family history — far superior to modern reproductions and increasingly hard to find in this condition.

Ideal for collectors, interior display, or as a future heirloom. This was my mother's - see photo.

Further photos are available on request.

I AM HAPPY TO TAKE SENSIBLE OFFERS.

Posted: 1 day ago

Ad ID: 1469248598

Details

Condition: As good as new

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