Description:

Pair of Dala horses, candle holders.

Two hand-carved and hand-painted wooden Dala horses made as candle holders, with metal candle cups on their backs. The horses have simple, stylised forms and are painted in pale blue and light grey, with visible brushstrokes and carving marks.

Origin: Sweden.
Material: Painted wood and metal.
Dimensions: H. 16–18 cm, L. 15–16 cm.
Period: Late 20th century.
Condition: Excellent condition with minor signs of wear.

Bio:
The Dala horse is a traditional Swedish wooden figure originating in the province of Dalarna. Initially carved as a children’s toy, it developed into a widely recognised symbol of Swedish folk art. The tradition includes brightly patterned horses, more simply painted versions and functional objects such as candle holders.