Farm Wagon, circa 1900

Summary

The general-purpose farm wagon was one of the most important horse-drawn vehicles in rural America. While most came with square bodies, their sizes varied for use with from one to four horses. This wagon's seat and upper side boards were removeable to accommodate different loads. With the body removed, the running gear could be used to haul logs or lumber.

The general-purpose farm wagon was one of the most important horse-drawn vehicles in rural America. While most came with square bodies, their sizes varied for use with from one to four horses. This wagon's seat and upper side boards were removeable to accommodate different loads. With the body removed, the running gear could be used to haul logs or lumber.

Artifact

Farm wagon

Date Made

circa 1900

Place of Creation

United States 

Creator Notes

Made by an unknown American maker

Greenfield Village
 On Exhibit

at Greenfield Village in Firestone Farm Barn

Object ID

29.2044.1

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Paint (Coating)
Wood (Plant material)

Color

Black (Color)
Green
Red
Yellow (Color)

Dimensions

Length: 207 in

Width: 65 in

Height: 69 in

Wheelbase: 78 in

Diameter: 42 in  (Wheel Diameter)

Diameter: 48 in  (Wheel Diameter)

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