Lot 1271
Wrought Iron Tools
Passed — did not sell at this auction
About this lot
Manufacturer: Hand Made
Dimensions: Various
Condition: Rusty
Additional Information: This grouping of two antique wrought iron tools offers a fascinating glimpse into the practical trades and daily life of the 19th century. Included is a wrought iron keyhole spatula, a specialized implement traditionally used by butchers for handling, spreading, and preparing meats and other food products, its distinctive keyhole-shaped opening and hand-forged construction reflecting the durability and craftsmanship characteristic of early trade tools. Accompanying it is an antique wrought iron ice hammer designed for removing packed ice and snow from horse hooves during winter travel and work, an essential tool for farmers, teamsters, and stable hands that helped prevent dangerous ice buildup affecting a horse’s footing and comfort. Both pieces exhibit the rugged utility and blacksmith-forged character prized by collectors of early Americana, agricultural implements, and occupational antiques, representing two unique examples of historic hand tools from an era when craftsmanship and function went hand in hand.
Lot details
- Lot
- 1271
- Category
- Historical Objects › Early Technology
- Closed
- July 24, 2026
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