Antique horse-drawn wooden singletree (also known as a whippletree) with original forged iron hardware. This piece was used as part of a draft animal harness system to connect a single horse or mule to a wagon, plow, or other farm implement while allowing the traces to pivot as the animal walked. Features a solid hardwood beam, forged iron center ring, and original forged iron end hooks. A great piece for collectors of early farm equipment, wagon hardware, or rustic farmhouse décor.
Condition:
- Good antique condition.
- Original forged iron hardware with attractive age-related patina.
- Expected surface wear, scratches, and oxidation consistent with age and farm use.
- Wood remains solid with no major structural damage observed.
- Displays well and is ready for collection or decorative use.
This shop is home to a lifetime’s worth of collecting. Every item comes from the estate of a passionate antique enthusiast who never met a flea market, barn sale, or roadside oddity he didn’t love. From old farm tools to vintage barware and everything in between, these pieces tell the story of a life spent chasing history one find at a time.
Each listing is described with care and packed safely so these treasures can start a new chapter in someone else’s home. Thanks for giving these items a second life — they’ve got plenty of stories left to tell.
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