Year of the Horse

Chinese New Year is on the 31st of January and 2014 is the Year of the Horse. It is considered a fortunate year that brings luck and speedy success.

Why not treat yourself to a horse keepsake to welcome in the New Year. Here's a selection of horses (and horse themed items) we spotted around Alfies:

Vintage brooch offered by The Originals

"Horses of Britain" book, from the "Britain in Picture" series from 1941 onwards. Offered by The Originals.

1950s Celluloid horse shoe horn, Japan. Offered by Carole Collier

Vintage horse brooch offered by Carole Collier

1930s Oil painting, jumping horses. Offered by Peran Dachinger's Fine Art

Mid Century Vase, West Germany. Offered by Robinson's Antiques

Victorian silver brooches. Offered by Naneen Brooks

Classic Gucci horsebit design, 18ct yellow gold. Offered by Gareth Brooks

18ct Tie pin depicting a racehorse, Essex crystal. c1900. Offered by Kieron Rielly.