AboutBruce W. Zubee Expertise I can answer any questions regarding antique carousel horses, menagerie figures and any type of carousel component. I can also answer questions regarding other antique wooden horses.
Experience Over thirty years experience in the restoration, sale and appraisal of antique carousel figures other carousel components and related items
Organizations National Carousel Assn.
Publications www.carousels.com, Carousel Times Magazine
Currently Editor/Publisher of Carousels.com and CarouselStores.com Consultant to the New England Carousel Museum
Question My Mother-in-law purchased a vintage PTC carousel horse several yrs ago from an antique dealer & we are very interested in getting an appraisalfor insurance purposes. It is a large, jeweled, beautifully carved & painted jumper & she was told it was actually a display horse for PTC. The paint & jewels look original & the horse looks to be in extremely good condition. Could you give us some info on who to contact for authenticity & insurance value? We have photos- any info would be helpul
Thank you,
Laurie
Answer Since this was described as a "display horse" it would have to be inspected in person. That phrase is often used to market a piece that is not authentic. I know of qualified appraisers in Maryland, Ohio , New Jersey and Pennsylvania only. If you would like to send me a photo I'll have a look but chances are someone would have to see it in person.
