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Antique Shoulder Yoke

Far Eastern Early 20th Century Shoulder Yoke with Bamboo and Rattan Baskets
Far Eastern Early 20th Century Shoulder Yoke with Bamboo and Rattan Baskets

Far Eastern Early 20th Century Shoulder Yoke with Bamboo and Rattan Baskets

Located in Atlanta, GA

A Far Eastern shoulder yoke from the early 20th century, with rattan and bamboo baskets. Charming

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Early 20th Century Asian Rustic Antique Shoulder Yoke

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan, Wood

Early 20th Century Shoulder Rice Carrying Yoke with Bamboo and Rattan Baskets
Early 20th Century Shoulder Rice Carrying Yoke with Bamboo and Rattan Baskets

Early 20th Century Shoulder Rice Carrying Yoke with Bamboo and Rattan Baskets

Located in Yonkers, NY

A Chinese rice carrying shoulder wooden yoke pole from the early 20th century, with hand-woven

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Early 20th Century Chinese Rustic Antique Shoulder Yoke

Materials

Wood, Rattan, Bamboo

South Indian Laborers Carrying Goods – Paëni Caori and Cachi Caori, 1806
South Indian Laborers Carrying Goods – Paëni Caori and Cachi Caori, 1806

South Indian Laborers Carrying Goods – Paëni Caori and Cachi Caori, 1806

Located in Langweer, NL

shoulder-yoke methods. Each figure is captured mid-stride, showcasing the physical endurance and practical

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Early 1800s French Antique Shoulder Yoke

Materials

Paper

Dutch Regional Costumes – North Holland and Zuyderzee Figures, c.1845
Dutch Regional Costumes – North Holland and Zuyderzee Figures, c.1845

Dutch Regional Costumes – North Holland and Zuyderzee Figures, c.1845

Located in Langweer, NL

richly detailed red-bodiced dress with a white lace cap, carrying a small keg on her shoulder yoke

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1840s French Antique Shoulder Yoke

Materials

Paper

19th-Century French Bronze Sculpture of a Water Carrier
19th-Century French Bronze Sculpture of a Water Carrier

19th-Century French Bronze Sculpture of a Water Carrier

Located in Atlanta, GA

ornate water buckets suspended from a yoke across her shoulders. The artist’s meticulous attention to

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19th Century French Antique Shoulder Yoke

Materials

Bronze

Mexican Water Carrier and Potter – Hand-Colored Engraving, Énault, 1867
Mexican Water Carrier and Potter – Hand-Colored Engraving, Énault, 1867

Mexican Water Carrier and Potter – Hand-Colored Engraving, Énault, 1867

Located in Langweer, NL

strapped to his back and smaller jugs suspended from a wooden yoke across his shoulders. His posture

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1860s French Antique Shoulder Yoke

Materials

Paper

A Malaysian Girl Carrying Goods by Karl Joseph Brodtmann, 1836
A Malaysian Girl Carrying Goods by Karl Joseph Brodtmann, 1836

A Malaysian Girl Carrying Goods by Karl Joseph Brodtmann, 1836

$414Sale Price|20% Off

H 12.8 in W 10.24 in D 0 in

A Malaysian Girl Carrying Goods by Karl Joseph Brodtmann, 1836

Located in Langweer, NL

everyday activity, likely carrying goods using a traditional shoulder pole (yoke). The print reflects

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1830s Antique Shoulder Yoke

Materials

Paper

Late 19th to Early 20th Century Sedan Chair Miniature Table Top Display Cabinet
Late 19th to Early 20th Century Sedan Chair Miniature Table Top Display Cabinet

Late 19th to Early 20th Century Sedan Chair Miniature Table Top Display Cabinet

Located in San Francisco, CA

or use a yoke to transfer the load from the carrying poles to the shoulders. A fine opportunity!

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Late 19th Century English Rococo Antique Shoulder Yoke

Materials

Wood

Edwardian French Night Gown, Upcycled Studio VL
Edwardian French Night Gown, Upcycled Studio VL

Edwardian French Night Gown, Upcycled Studio VL

By Mark Walsh Leslie Chin

Located in New York, NY

shoulder and sleeve measures. Sleeve yoke 7", total sleeve 28"

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1890s French Antique Shoulder Yoke

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Set Of Three Antique Chinese Shoulder Yokes
Set Of Three Antique Chinese Shoulder Yokes

Set Of Three Antique Chinese Shoulder Yokes

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A set of three wooden Chinese handcarved shoulder yokes for carrying goods or water. Used

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19th Century Chinese Antique Shoulder Yoke

Materials

Wood

English "Painted Face" Silk Needlework of a Water Woman
English "Painted Face" Silk Needlework of a Water Woman

English "Painted Face" Silk Needlework of a Water Woman

Located in Wells, ME

Superb English "painted face" silk needlework of an urban scene with a woman with yoke on her

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19th Century English Antique Shoulder Yoke

Materials

Silk

Antique Pair Oil on Canvas Venetian Market Paintings by Luigi Pastega 19th C
Antique Pair Oil on Canvas Venetian Market Paintings by Luigi Pastega 19th C

Antique Pair Oil on Canvas Venetian Market Paintings by Luigi Pastega 19th C

Located in London, GB

, one with a shoulder yoke, the other by a market stall, and both are signed by the artist lowe right

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1880s Italian Antique Shoulder Yoke

Materials

Canvas, Giltwood

1891-1911 Chinese World's Fair Souvenir Mud Man Figure
1891-1911 Chinese World's Fair Souvenir Mud Man Figure

1891-1911 Chinese World's Fair Souvenir Mud Man Figure

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

green robe with yellow trim. He carries a shoulder yoke with giant peach on one side and a huge coin on

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Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Shoulder Yoke

Materials

Ceramic

An evening kimono Dolman by Paul Poiret, based on Raoul Dufy Circa 1915
An evening kimono Dolman by Paul Poiret, based on Raoul Dufy Circa 1915

An evening kimono Dolman by Paul Poiret, based on Raoul Dufy Circa 1915

By Paul Poiret

Located in Toulon, FR

Raoul Dufy for Paul Poiret. Shoulder yoke extending into keel sleeves. The ball-shaped collar is made of

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1910s French Antique Shoulder Yoke

Late Victorian Lace Tea Dress
Late Victorian Lace Tea Dress

Late Victorian Lace Tea Dress

Located in New York, NY

retains the yoked shoulders and high neck popular in the first decade of the century. Combined with these

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Late 19th Century American Antique Shoulder Yoke

Massive Antique Italian Painted Canvas of a Hunt Scene, 19th Century
Massive Antique Italian Painted Canvas of a Hunt Scene, 19th Century

Massive Antique Italian Painted Canvas of a Hunt Scene, 19th Century

By Rodolfo Morgari

Located in Dallas, TX

carrying pole. Two men are supporting the yoke with their shoulders as they walk towards the right. A third

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19th Century Italian Antique Shoulder Yoke

Materials

Canvas

Asian Shoulder Yoke with Woven Baskets
Asian Shoulder Yoke with Woven Baskets

Asian Shoulder Yoke with Woven Baskets

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H 12 in W 73 in D 23 in

Asian Shoulder Yoke with Woven Baskets

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Asian shoulder yoke pole with woven carrying baskets for transporting agriculture by farmers in

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Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Shoulder Yoke

Materials

Rattan

Large Japanese 6-panel byôbu 屏風 (folding screen) with genre painting
Large Japanese 6-panel byôbu 屏風 (folding screen) with genre painting

Large Japanese 6-panel byôbu 屏風 (folding screen) with genre painting

Located in Amsterdam, NL

, coming from the village behind him, carrying filled baskets using a shoulder yoke. The different scenes

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Early 20th Century Japanese Antique Shoulder Yoke

Materials

Silver Leaf

Set Of Five Antique Chinese "yokes"
Set Of Five Antique Chinese "yokes"

Set Of Five Antique Chinese "yokes"

Located in Brooklyn, NY

a set of five hand carved Chinese shoulder yokes for carrying water, or goods. Showing years of

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19th Century Chinese Antique Shoulder Yoke

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Antique Shoulder Yoke For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact vintage or contemporary antique shoulder yoke you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Our collection includes a variety of colors, spanning gray, black, red and more. If you’re looking for an antique shoulder yoke from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 19th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 20th Century. Finding an appealing accessory such as this — no matter the origin — is easy, but House of Schiaparelli and Mark Walsh Leslie Chin each produced a popular version that is worth a look. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking these accessories, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Antique Shoulder Yoke?

The price for an antique shoulder yoke starts at $272 and tops out at $10,792, and on average, selling for $1,395.