William Fink
Skat Horses
Details
The Skat Horses is a one-of-a-kind standing sculpture that fuses together nostalgia and imagination with whimsy. Featuring a 1930s papier-mâché doll head crowned with antique toy horses, this whimsical piece brings vintage toys to life with surreal charm. Its body incorporates a 1940s child’s savings bank, a classic "Skat" soap tin, and a toy rabbit, while a spinning metal top forms a playful skirt. A truly captivating sculpture, it celebrates the creativity of art through a joyful blend of found objects.
Dimensions approximate
8.5” width × 39” height × 8.5” depth
Materials
Mixed media sculpture featuring vintage and antique components including:
- Papier-mâché doll head
- Antique metal toy horses
- Vintage Skat soap tin
- 1940s child’s savings bank
- Toy rabbit
- Metal spinning top
Care and Use
Display indoors only. Dust gently with a soft, dry cloth. Handle with care to preserve the integrity of vintage and antique materials.