Description

116cm Wide

53cm High

5cm Deep

This unusual and rare 18th Century Portuguese Chestnut Chip Carved Ox Yoke with Iron & Hair Mounts is a remarkable example of rural craftsmanship from the Iberian Peninsula.

Yokes were essential tools in agricultural communities, used to harness oxen for plowing fields or transporting goods.

This particular piece stands out with its intricate chip-carved chestnut wood, showcasing the skill and artistic expression of the time.

The addition of iron and hair mounts adds both strength and character, making this yoke a rare and decorative artifact that reflects the rustic charm and history of Portuguese farming life.