Swedish Dala Horse Hand carved and hand painted Made in Sweden 5" high
Since each Dala horse is hand carved and hand painted, each one will be slightly different and paint motif colors can vary.
The Swedish Dala horse (dalahäst) began as a simple, hand-carved wooden toy in the Dalarna region. They started out being made by local woodworkers during long winter evenings using leftover timber. Over time, the carving and painting developed into a distinctive craft. The horse’s traditional red color and flowing folk-art patterns came to symbolize rural Swedish heritage, skilled handiwork, and a sense of home. Today, the Dala horse is one of Sweden’s most recognizable cultural icons, representing national identity and enduring folk traditions both within Sweden and abroad.
