antik orient Nuristan Holz zugscheid Joch aus Nuristan Afghanistan / Pakistan Swat-valley Nr-ULM-A

This carved wooden yoke from late 19th-century Nuristan, Afghanistan, is a handcrafted artifact that reveals the region's pastoral traditions. Originally used to harness a pair of oxen for agricultural work, the piece bears authentic patina and wear marks that distinguish it from contemporary reproductions—evidence of generations of use in the Swat Valley. At approximately 112 cm in length, this solid wood example represents skilled artisanal craftsmanship, with details that reflect both functional design and the maker's care.