Antique Folk Art 1911 Gibbs Toy Co "Pacing Joe" Pull Toy Horse

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Folk Art 1911 Gibbs Toy Co. "Pacing Joe" Pull Toy Horse – Antique
A rare and charming piece of early … Read more Folk Art 1911 Gibbs Toy Co. "Pacing Joe" Pull Toy Horse – Antique
A rare and charming piece of early 20th-century Americana, this Folk Art 1911 Gibbs Toy Co. "Pacing Joe" Pull Toy Horse is a wonderful example of antique toy craftsmanship. Measuring 13" wide, 4" deep, and 6" high, the horse is mounted on its original wooden base with wheels, designed to delight children as it "paced" along when pulled.
Produced by the Gibbs Manufacturing Company of Canton, Ohio, this pull toy represents a fascinating chapter in American toy history. Gibbs Toy Co. was founded in the mid-19th century and became one of the largest producers of mechanical and lithographed tin toys in the United States. Known for their ingenuity, Gibbs specialized in whimsical moving toys, pull toys, and novelties that captured the imagination of children during the Victorian and Edwardian eras. By the early 1900s, their creations were widely distributed and admired for both their play value and charming folk appeal.
The "Pacing Joe" horse is a classic Gibbs design, reflecting the era’s love of harness racing and equestrian sports. Today, it is prized by collectors for its folk art character, mechanical ingenuity, and nostalgic charm.
Dimensions:
Width: 13"
Depth: 4"
Height: 6"
Condition: Antique patina consistent with age. Wear from play adds to its authenticity and character. See less