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19th Century Hand-Forged Steel and Bronze Tobacco Hatchet from Virginia

$400

£307.71

€357.16

CA$564.10

A$631.88

CHF 331.89

MX$7,683.48

NOK 4,202.78

SEK 3,989.56

DKK 2,665.62

About the Item

A rare and distinctive 19th-century tobacco hatchet, hand-forged in Virginia and crafted with a bold utilitarian elegance. The heavy, asymmetrical steel blade features a deeply aged patina, sculptural silhouette, and subtle forging marks that speak to its hand-wrought origins and working-class heritage. Likely used for cutting and trimming tobacco stalks, this hatchet reflects the agricultural and artisan traditions of 19th-century rural America. The handle is fitted with riveted bronze end caps and a warm, timeworn grip, its darkened tone and natural wear offering both durability and visual character. The piece is well-balanced, with the elegant taper and notch of the blade showing a practical yet sculptural design ethos common to early American frontier tools. A rare surviving example of Southern agricultural folk tools, this hatchet would make a fascinating addition to a tool or Americana collection, or as a decorative object in rustic, industrial, or wabi-sabi interiors.

Dimensions:

Height: 13 in (33.02 cm)Width: 4.5 in (11.43 cm)Depth: 0.5 in (1.27 cm)

Style:

Romantic (Of the Period)

Materials and Techniques:

Brass,Bronze,Hardwood,Steel,Wood,Cast,Forged,Hammered,Hand-Crafted,Joinery,Metalwork,Woodwork

Place of Origin:

United States

Period:

19th Century

Date of Manufacture:

circa 1840

Condition:

Wear consistent with age and use. Excellent antique condition with age-appropriate wear, surface oxidation, and patina.

Seller Location:

Middleburg, VA

Reference Number:

Seller: 59641stDibs: LU872623228342

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