Shaker "Honest" Wooden Hay Fork

Shaker "Honest" Wooden Hay Fork.  Circa 19th Century.  Unique handmade construction formed out of a single piece of wood that has been split thrice and carved into curved and pointed tines each held apart with curved wooden bows tenoned into the sides.  As seen on pg. 155 of June Spriggs renowned By Shaker Hands, 1975 with reference to the Shaker's devotion to 'Honesty' in all things including "in the quality of things that they made, used and sold".  Amazing condition and patina.  Contact us for price.