​Some things never go out of style. A beautifully made rocking horse is one of them.

 

Meet the Bostonion, my take on a timeless American classic. Handcrafted in solid American cherry in my New England shop, it brings together the graceful lines of traditional 19th-century rocking horses with the warmth and character of beautifully worked wood.

 

I shape each horse by hand, paying particular attention to its proportions, expression, and the gentle rhythm of its rockers. The goal is simple: a horse that feels just right beneath a young rider, looks at home in a beautifully furnished room, and is every bit as lovely when the riding is done.  

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American cherry is a wonderful wood to work with. Its warm color and distinctive grain give every horse its own character, and the finish will deepen naturally over time. Add a contrasting black glider stand, traditional Havana leather tack, a red rub-off saddle, and a rich red saddle cloth, and the Bostonion has a personality all its own. Brass detailing is available for an additional touch of old-world charm.

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I build these horses one at a time, with no assembly line and no shortcuts. They're made to be ridden, admired, and eventually handed down—with a few family stories attached.​

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Take a look through all the photos and you'll find a few behind-the-scenes pictures showing how each horse is made​

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Approx. size: L 42" x W 16" x H 33"