Harness

Date1900

Mediumleather, metal

Dimensions27 × 15 × 4 1/2 in. (68.6 × 38.1 × 11.4 cm)

ClassificationsTools, Implements & Weights

Credit LineAlbuquerque Museum, gift of Mike E. Mock

Object numberPC1976.21.40

DescriptionThis harness features a set of hames, likely incorporated for agricultural work due to their sturdy, metal construction. Leather straps are attached to either side of the harness and appear to feature a belt-like buckle. The ends of the set of hames feature a rounded, spherical knob, and the outer edges of the hames include various circular metal loops. Similarly, the ends of the james encompass a leather strap that connects the set. The metal surface is visibly rusted and discolored, and the leather material appears to be significantly worn down and cracked due to heavy usage over time, possibly helping in carrying and transporting goods.

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