The Running Horse — Wooden Horse Automaton

Name: The Running Horse — Wooden Horse Automaton
Brand: Wilderturn
Price: 299.0 USD
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The spirit of an open field, brought into warm wood. The Running Horse is a wooden horse automaton whose linked joints carry it through a running rhythm. Choose walnut or beech for a study, desk, or shelf with room for its silhouette—a thoughtful piece for someone who feels at home around horses.

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Materials: Beech or walnut, depending on your selected finish
Dimensions: 13 × 3.5 × 9.8 in (33 × 9 × 25 cm)
Power & included items: USB-C rechargeable; brass touch control starts and stops the motion
Weight: Approx. 2.6 lb (1,200 g)
Care: Display on a stable indoor surface. Dust gently with a soft, dry brush. Keep moving joints clear and away from moisture.

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The Running Horse — Wooden Horse Automaton

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THE ART OF TAKING TIME

NATURAL WOOD HANDWORK INDIVIDUAL CHARACTER

IN PRAISE OF HANDWORK

A closer look at the craft.

Handcrafted.
Naturally individual.

Before it becomes a little wonder, it passes through patient hands.

Rooted in the care of traditional woodwork, each piece is hand-finished and individually assembled. An edge is smoothed. A small detail is fitted. The character of the wood stays in the finished work.

One design. A character all its own.

No two pieces of natural wood share exactly the same grain. Subtle shifts in pattern and tone make your piece individual, while its shape and function follow the design you choose.

01THE WOOD

Begin with its character.

Grain, tone, and the way the light catches an edge give natural wood its own quiet presence.

02THE HANDS

Care lives in the details.

Hand finishing and individual assembly bring separate wooden parts together into a piece worth looking at closely.

03THE TIME

A little patience, made visible.

One piece at a time. Time spent on the small details becomes part of the object you keep.

A NOTE ON MAKING

Good handwork takes time.

MADE WITH PATIENCE

Finishing and assembling a piece by hand takes time. For your order, follow the product-specific processing and delivery details below; any additional making time for made-to-order work is stated separately.

Woodworking imagery for illustration · Ono Kosuki & Daniel Reche / Pexels.

A LITTLE WONDER, WITH SOMEONE IN MIND

A gallop you can keep close.

For the rider, the daydreamer, the person who feels most like themselves in an open field. The Running Horse brings that familiar energy into the places where life happens every day.

For the free spirit

Choose a wood tone

walnut offers a darker appearance; beech offers a lighter one.

Motion at a touch

the brass touch control starts and stops the mechanism.

A generous silhouette

At approximately 13 inches long, it gives the movement room to become a focal point.

THE PLEASURE OF A PAUSE

Let your thoughts wander a little.

A familiar stride
Warm wood grain
A pause between tasks

Follow a single stride, then the rhythm of the whole form. The Running Horse offers a pleasing change of focus: a reminder of wide-open places in the middle of an ordinary day.

MAKE IT A SMALL RITUAL

Place it within view of your work area, with room for every moving part. Between tasks, look up from the screen and notice one complete cycle before returning to what is next.

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THE MOTION STUDIO

Some things are better seen in motion.

A closer view. A little movement. Time to find your favorite piece.

Product film. Finish and size may differ from your selected variant; compare the gallery before ordering.

MADE TO REWARD A CLOSER LOOK

Follow every little turn.

The articulated legs make the movement part of the design. Watch the joints work together, then look again at the grain: it is as much a wooden sculpture as a small mechanical performance.

Beech or walnut, depending on your selected finish. Natural grain and color vary from piece to piece.

GIVE THEM SOMETHING THAT FEELS LIKE THEM

For a spirit that will not stand still.

A personal choice for a horse lover’s birthday, a retirement gift, or a desk that could use a reminder of the great outdoors.

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KNOW YOUR LITTLE WONDER

The practical details.

Check the size, power source, and selected variant before making it theirs.

Materials: Beech or walnut, depending on your selected finish
Dimensions: 13 × 3.5 × 9.8 in (33 × 9 × 25 cm)
Power & included items: USB-C rechargeable; brass touch control starts and stops the motion
Weight: Approx. 2.6 lb (1,200 g)
Delivery: Processing: 1–3 business days. Estimated delivery: 6–14 business days after dispatch. Free tracked shipping. See our shipping policy for details.

Find its place.

Choose a stable indoor surface and leave room for the moving parts.

Follow the setup.

USB-C rechargeable; brass touch control starts and stops the motion

Keep it close.

Display on a stable indoor surface. Dust gently with a soft, dry brush. Keep moving joints clear and away from moisture.

A FEW THINGS WORTH KNOWING

Before you make it theirs.

What is the difference between the wood options?

Walnut has a darker tone and beech a lighter tone. Natural grain varies in both. The Couple Package is a separate purchasing option; check the selected variant and gallery before ordering.

How much display space does it need?

13 × 3.5 × 9.8 in (33 × 9 × 25 cm) Allow additional clear space around the moving parts.

Where should I place the horse?

Use a stable indoor surface with clearance around the moving joints. Check the dimensions before choosing a shelf, and keep the sculpture away from moisture.

Will my piece look exactly like the photos?

Natural wood has variations in grain and color. The selected finish or size determines your version; the gallery may show more than one variant.

Is this a toy?

This is decorative wood art with delicate details. Keep it out of reach of young children and follow the included setup instructions.

What should I know before gifting it?

USB-C rechargeable; brass touch control starts and stops the motion Check the estimated delivery time before ordering for a particular date. Gift-ready packaging is included at no extra charge.

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Still wondering? Ask us about this piece. For delivery and returns, visit our shipping page and return policy.

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