Vintage 1920s American Wood Hay Rack Ladder Olive Oil Bottles Draped across a chair

Draped across a chair

A nod to the English countryside and its storied equestrian tradition

or platter of hors d'oeuvres

A hand sculpted marble dish perfect for serving sushi

” “Fresh Bean Gremolata

Vintage 1920s American Wood Hay Rack Ladder Olive Oil Bottles Draped across a chairThis century old large ladder is part of American agricultural history. This simple practical farm tool was originally purposed for stacking or accessing hay in a barn. A long pair of straight wooden side rails are joined by evenly spaced rungs that provide footholds. In its original context, the hay ladder was leaned against a hayloft or wall so that farmhands could climb to reach or arrange bales of hay. The wood shows the straightforward