Antique Salesman Sample Horse Hitch Demonstrator by Milwaukee Saddlery
Antique Salesman Sample Horse Hitch Demonstrator by Milwaukee Saddlery
Antique Salesman Sample Horse Hitch Demonstrator by Milwaukee Saddlery
Antique Salesman Sample Horse Hitch Demonstrator by Milwaukee Saddlery
Antique Salesman Sample Horse Hitch Demonstrator by Milwaukee Saddlery
Antique Salesman Sample Horse Hitch Demonstrator by Milwaukee Saddlery
Antique Salesman Sample Horse Hitch Demonstrator by Milwaukee Saddlery
Antique Salesman Sample Horse Hitch Demonstrator by Milwaukee Saddlery
Antique Salesman Sample Horse Hitch Demonstrator by Milwaukee Saddlery
Antique Salesman Sample Horse Hitch Demonstrator by Milwaukee Saddlery
Antique Salesman Sample Horse Hitch Demonstrator by Milwaukee Saddlery
Antique Salesman Sample Horse Hitch Demonstrator by Milwaukee Saddlery
Antique Salesman Sample Horse Hitch Demonstrator by Milwaukee Saddlery
Antique Salesman Sample Horse Hitch Demonstrator by Milwaukee Saddlery
Antique Salesman Sample Horse Hitch Demonstrator by Milwaukee Saddlery
Antique Salesman Sample Horse Hitch Demonstrator by Milwaukee Saddlery
Antique Salesman Sample Horse Hitch Demonstrator by Milwaukee Saddlery
Antique Salesman Sample Horse Hitch Demonstrator by Milwaukee Saddlery
Antique Salesman Sample Horse Hitch Demonstrator by Milwaukee Saddlery
Antique Salesman Sample Horse Hitch Demonstrator by Milwaukee Saddlery
Antique Salesman Sample Horse Hitch Demonstrator by Milwaukee Saddlery
Antique Salesman Sample Horse Hitch Demonstrator by Milwaukee Saddlery
Antique Salesman Sample Horse Hitch Demonstrator by Milwaukee Saddlery
Antique Salesman Sample Horse Hitch Demonstrator by Milwaukee Saddlery

Antique Salesman Sample Horse Hitch Demonstrator by Milwaukee Saddlery

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c. 1910s/1920s; Milwaukee Saddlery Co. - Milwaukee, WI

Large-scale salesman sample horse hitch display produced as a working demonstrator for complex multi-horse harnessing configurations. The set features finely modeled horses mounted to a varnished wooden platform (which forms the crate when folded up), each fitted with detailed leather harnesses, chains, buckles, and metal fittings arranged to illustrate five- and six-horse hitch setups. Printed instructional diagrams and text are applied directly to the base, explaining proper assembly, spacing, and rein configuration for agricultural and heavy draft use. The level of detail and mechanical accuracy reflects its role as a professional sales and training aid rather than a toy or decorative object.

Milwaukee Saddlery Co. was a major Midwestern manufacturer of harnesses, saddles, and draft equipment, supplying farmers and industrial teams during the height of horse-powered agriculture. Salesman samples like this were used by traveling representatives to demonstrate product superiority, educate customers, and standardize correct hitching practices at a time when efficiency and safety were critical. The survival of this example with its original, clearly labeled shipping crate adds an uncommon layer of provenance and completeness, underscoring its original commercial purpose.

The original wooden shipping crate accompanies the display and is marked with handling instructions and Milwaukee Saddlery Co. shipping labels, confirming it as original to the piece. The crate itself reflects early 20th-century industrial packing practices and was designed to protect the heavy and intricate contents during transport.

Overall condition is strong. The display is quite heavy and substantial, with minimal wear for its age. Some horses exhibit minor paint wear, consistent with handling and demonstration use. The crate shows expected surface wear from storage and transport but remains structurally sound.

Crate: 43.75" W x 19" D x 16" H

MM - 18726 - 012126

 

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