Late 19th Century Carved Wooden Hay Fork

Made entirely from wood, this hay fork is constructed with separately carved tines mitred into a single-piece handle, a practical solution that allowed for strength, repair, and longevity in heavy use.
 
The joinery is straightforward and purposeful, with the handle shaped for balance and the tines cut to withstand repeated work. Wear sits naturally along the shaft and at the tips, smoothing the surface without disguising its original intent.
 
Seen now, the construction becomes part of the appeal. The rhythm of the tines, the long vertical line of the handle, and the quiet logic of how it’s put together give it a sculptural clarity that goes beyond its original function. It’s an object defined by usefulness and restraint — made to last, and still holding its presence because of that.
 
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Condition: Excellent - normal wear for age and use
Size: W 36.5cm x D 8.5cm x L 102.5cm