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What is the oldest saddle?

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What is the oldest saddle?
The oldest saddle dates back to 700 BC. At this time, members of the Assyrian cavalry placed cloth and pads on the backs of their horses to help them sit more comfortably and securely while in battle. You'll find a collection of antique saddles on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Saddled Horse
Located in PARIS, FR
Saddled Horse by Alfred PINA (1887-1966) Bronze with a dark brown patina France 1st half of the
Category

Early 20th Century French School Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Navajo Ganado Saddle
Located in Evanston, IL
Navajo saddle blankets come in a variety of sizes, colors, and thickness. The earliest saddle
Category

Early 20th Century American Navajo North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Irish Pony Saddle
Located in Greenwich, CT
Unusual Irish 19th century specialty pony saddle with center harness by Rafferty of Dublin, in
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Antique 1880s Irish Folk Art Sports Equipment and Memorabilia

Materials

Brass

Mahogany Saddle Stool
By Jas Schoolbred
Located in Greenwich, CT
Good late 19th century mahogany saddle stool by James Shoolbred and Co. having shaped seat over
Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Stools

Materials

Mahogany

Nez Perce Saddle Throw
Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID
Highly decorated Nez Perce saddle throw on brain tanned elk hide. 50” plus 30” fringe, both ends
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Early 20th Century American Native American Native American Objects

Materials

Beads

Teak Howdah Elephant Saddle Chair
Located in Houston, TX
Teak Howdah Elephant Saddle Chair. Beautifully carved Asian teakwood Howdah elephant saddle chair
Category

Vintage 1920s Thai Anglo-Indian Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Teak

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