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Item Specifics:
- Maker: Erik Pell (Independent Workshop)
- Origin: Färnäs, Mora, Sweden
- Style: Scandinavian Folk Art / Mid-Century
- Era: Vintage (circa 1960s)
- Material: Hand-Carved Wood (Pine)
- Dimensions: Approx. 4" H x 4" L
Full Description:
Up for sale is a beautiful 1960s vintage Swedish Dala Horse (Dalahäst), hand-carved and hand-painted in the historic village of Färnäs within the Mora municipality of Dalarna, Sweden.
While the majority of vintage pieces on the market come from the mass-commercial Nils Olsson or Grannas Olsson factories in Nusnäs, this horse is a rarer find from the independent artisan workshop of Erik Pell. It features the highly collectible, original green-and-gold foil "ÄKTA Dalahemslöjd / Tillv. Erik Pell" label completely intact and legible on its belly. This independent carver mark makes it an excellent, harder-to-find addition for serious folk art collectors.
This mid-century piece is in excellent, clean vintage condition with no chips or repairs. The original paint and lacquer are remarkably well-preserved. The traditional kurbits floral detail painting is bright and crisp, and the muzzle retains all its original factory-painted white and black bridle details over the natural, hand-carved wood grain. The original foil maker's label remains fully intact and clear on the underside.
Please review all high-resolution photos to assess the beautiful craftsmanship of this genuine piece of Swedish heritage. Ships quickly and securely!
