Fanciful Horses of Dreams & Fantasies
The wonderful carousel horses that we love so much actually had their origins in medieval war! The first known carousel was in an ancient Byzantine painting.
Treasured and hidden in castles during the middle ages, carousels were used to teach knights the skills of fighting on horseback; without a base, they used to be called 'flying horses.' It wasn't too long and the concept ended up in Castle Courtyards, used to teach royal children horsemanship skills and amuse adults.
Europe has many fabulous examples of gorgeous carousels. My favorite was at the La Defense Plaza in Paris. The oldest known European carousel, from 1907, was sold to Japan and placed as a featured attraction in one of their theme parks.
However, most people are suprised to learn that the 'golden age' of carousels occurred in America! The addition of steam locomotion, fairy lights with electricity, a base and music, all contributed to the beautiful carousels we know, love, and little ones dream about.
Carousel Horses From Around the World!
Who doesn't love a beautiful carousel?
Carousels Around the World
- Europe's Oldest Carousel
- Europe's Oldest Carousel was sold to Japan and placed in their Theme Park. Worth a visit!
Collectible Carousel Horse Bargains
Collecting Carousel Horses is a Fascinating & Valuable Hobby!
Carousel horses are so beautiful, so desirable, and make such a terrific conversation/decor piece!
They have a huge fan club, an enormous market, and are cherished heirlooms.
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Great Carousel Links
Share with your family & little ones!
- Carousel Magic! All your carousel needs!
- Everything Carousel !! New custom carved carousel figures, new carousels, restorations, supplies for carvers and carousel lovers, and much, much more!
- Carousels on Discovery Channel
- Several programs about carousels around the world and made in America!
- Dentzel Carousel Animal Construction Handbook, Index
- A step-by-step illustrated manual for making a carousel animal, includes painting guidelines and stand and bench plans.
- Carousels of Long Ago or How the Merry-Go-Round Went West
- Carousels of Long Ago: How the Ancient Merry-Go-Round Traveled West. Leaving the Rhineland and Landing in the U.S.A. mid-1800's Michael Dentzel travels with his whole family around%uFFFD southwest Germany during the summer season visiting fairs and carnivals with his carousel ride, circa 1830's
- Free Coloring Book Album Cover and Index
- Free Coloring Book!
- Gallery of Carousel Items made by William H. Dentzel
- Carousel Items For Sale
- Carousel Census from the Dentzels
- Census of Dentzel Carousels: 5 Generations
Large, Handpainted and Beautiful Carousel Horses for your home
Affordable for Large Pieces, Larger Kids
Elegant Stander Citrus Horse - $ 1675.95Elegant Stander Citrus Horse. This magnificent piece is an artistically hand-painted reproduction of the carousel horse. Includes pretty brass pole and matching plain base.
All About Carousels!
For the Whole Family
From storybooks to building your own, these are the best carousel resources available.
A Carousel Horse for an older child.
A star attraction amongst friends...
Royal Stander Mauve/Seafoam Horse - $ 1675.95Royal Stander Mauve/Seafoam Horse. This magnificent piece is an artistically hand-painted reproduction of the carousel horse. Includes pretty brass pole and matching plain base.
A Carousel Horse for the Itty Bitties!
Just like European Noble born children...
Little Miss Liberty Carousel Rocking Horse Canopy Crib - $ 1229.00
Little Miss Liberty Carousel Rocking Horse Canopy Crib. Dare to be different and bring happiness into your home with this fanciful round crib. Your little treasure will enjoy life from the beginning in this sturdily built solid wood creation. Converts into 5 different configurations! Includes canopy kit, dome kit, mobile wand, and free mattress. Allow 6-8 weeks for delivery.
Carousel Horse for the Male Gender
Not always flowers and foo-foos!
Royal Stander BlackHorse - $ 1675.95Royal Stander Black Horse. This magnificent piece is an artistically hand-painted reproduction of the carousel horse. Includes pretty brass pole and matching plain base.
Jumper Carousel Horses for the Toddler Set
A favorite memory, favorite toy, favorite bedroom piece
Broad Billed Jeweltone Jumper Horse - $ 559.95
Broad Billed Jeweltone Jumper Horse. Artistically hand-painted reproduction of the carousel horse. Includes pretty brass pole and matching plain base.
A Few Carousel Specialties
Carousel Horse Waterglobe
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Hummingbird Carousel Waterglobe
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- GypsyOwl GypsyOwl Mar 24, 2009 @ 3:51 pm
- Beautiful! Thank you for taking the time to create this wonderful lens. I've always loved the carosel and have been inspired by the craftsmanship and the artistic talents of the craftsman. It is nice to know more now about where they originated. 5* FAV
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- spirituality spirituality Mar 2, 2009 @ 4:47 am
- Wow. Beautiful beasts :)
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- Stephene Stephene Mar 20, 2008 @ 10:40 am
- Very good lens. I am going to add to my favorites and 5 stars.
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- Barkely Barkely Jul 12, 2007 @ 5:56 pm
- How beautiful, I've loved carousels since I was a child. I used to dream of being a princess riding my beautiful horse while I rode the carousel.
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- d-artist d-artist Jun 27, 2007 @ 7:08 pm
- great lense! I love Carousel Horses and have painted many images of them.
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- genglo genglo May 2, 2007 @ 9:17 am
- These are beautiful! Nice lens!
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- jackclee jackclee Apr 30, 2007 @ 8:07 pm
- Nice lens and great pictures.
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