A Fine and Rare Carved and Painted Basswood Outside Row Carousel Stander 'Lead Horse,' Stein and Goldstein, Artistic Carrousel Manufacturers, Brooklyn, New York

In old and original paint; the black and white dappled horse with cropped mane, elaborate trappings, a garland of red and yellow roses on its neck

mostly original paint, some old touch ups; chips and flaking to paint as illustrated
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Solomon Stein and Harry Goldstein were both excellent carvers who worked for William Mangels before opening their shop in 1906.  They produced carousels of their own distinct style, retained ownership and set them up for operation as concessionaires.  The carousel in Central Park is a great example of a Stein & Goldstein machine.  This large stander is an excellent example of Stein & Goldstein's carving skills, showing the deep relief flowers on the neck and the oversized buckle on the front strap.  The body is in original paint and the trappings appear to be a very old second coat.