Made from plywood, it has a wonderful sculptural form.
200 years after the original hobbyhorse was invented, various groups of enthusiasts gathered with their own take on the original model and rode them in the UK and from
France to Germany in celebration.
This particular hobbyhorse model was designed specifically for these rides. During an archived YouTube clip, you can see it amongst the various models.
From Wikipedia
The "hobby horse," also known as a draisine, was invented in 1817 by Karl von Drais in Mannheim, Germany. It's considered the ancestor of the modern bicycle, featuring two wheels in a line and requiring the rider to balance and push forward with their feet.
