Sulky, circa 1865
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Mid-19th-century Americans loved harness racing. The minimalistic sulky was essential to the sport. The lightweight little cart consisted only of what was necessary: wheels and axle, driver's seat, and a pair of shafts. When harnessed to a fast trotting horse, this high-wheeled sulky might reach 25 miles per hour or more on a race track.
Mid-19th-century Americans loved harness racing. The minimalistic sulky was essential to the sport. The lightweight little cart consisted only of what was necessary: wheels and axle, driver's seat, and a pair of shafts. When harnessed to a fast trotting horse, this high-wheeled sulky might reach 25 miles per hour or more on a race track.
Artifact
Sulky
Date Made
circa 1865
Creators
Unknown
Place of Creation
Creator Notes
Made in the United States by an unknown maker
Keywords
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
36.520.160
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Cane (Plant material)
Paint (Coating)
Wood (Plant material)
Color
Black (Color)
Red
Dimensions
Height: 56 in
Width: 61 in
Length: 109.5 in
Diameter: 55 in (Wheel Diameter)
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