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What is a horse hitching post?
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A horse hitching post is a post to which a horse can be tied to prevent it from leaving. Hitching posts are still used today, but they once were commonplace in towns and other gathering spots when people primarily used horses for transportation. Find a collection of vintage and modern hitching posts on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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19th Century Chinese Stone Horse Hitching Post
Located in Vosselaar, BE
This double sided hitching post was used to stall horses for short period of times. They are found
Category
Antique Early 19th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Stone
Horse Head Cast Iron Hitching Post
Located in Cheltenham, GB
An amusingly styled horse, looks a little smug, hitching post, with missing piece at base, most
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century French Animal Sculptures
Materials
Iron
Pair of Hitching Post Cast Horse Heads
Located in Cheltenham, GB
A pair of beutifully cast horse heads, charming faces, most likely French, hitching post, cast iron
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century French Animal Sculptures
Materials
Iron
French Cast Iron Horse Head Hitching Post
Located in Essex, MA
Stamped Milinaire Frere, Paris.
Category
Antique 1890s French Animal Sculptures
Materials
Iron
Pair of French Cast Iron Hitching Post Horse Heads
Located in Cheltenham, GB
Beautifully styled horse heads with bit rings still present, hitch post but could be wall mounted
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century French Animal Sculptures
Materials
Iron
Pair of Antique Cast Iron Horse Head Hitching Post Tops.
Located in Chicago, IL
Late 1800s cast iron horse head hitching post toppers. Rustic appearance and one post head is
Category
Antique Late 19th Century American Garden Ornaments
Materials
Iron
