Skeleton Break, circa 1900
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A "break" is a vehicle used to break, train, and exercise pairs and teams of carriage horses. Built heavily to mimic the weight of an actual carriage, this durable device can withstand the abuse from an unruly horse. Vehicles of this type were primarily found in the carriage houses of wealthy persons, or in the barns of horse dealers and trainers.
A "break" is a vehicle used to break, train, and exercise pairs and teams of carriage horses. Built heavily to mimic the weight of an actual carriage, this durable device can withstand the abuse from an unruly horse. Vehicles of this type were primarily found in the carriage houses of wealthy persons, or in the barns of horse dealers and trainers.
Artifact
Skeleton break
Date Made
circa 1900
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
00.3.6902
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Wood (Plant Material)
Metal
Paint (Coating)
Color
Black (Color)
Red
Dimensions
Height: 92 in
Width: 77.25 in
Length: 249 in
Wheelbase: 75.5 in
Diameter: 39.25 in (Wheel Diameter)
Diameter: 58.25 in (Wheel Diameter)
Inscriptions
on hubs: C.C. & C. CO.
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