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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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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

Irish Pony Saddle
Located in Greenwich, CT
Unusual Irish 19th century specialty pony saddle with center harness by Rafferty of Dublin, in
Category

Antique 1880s Irish Folk Art Sports Equipment and Memorabilia

Materials

Brass

Senneh Saddle Cover, c. 1900
Located in San Francisco, CA
Senneh Saddle Cover, c. 1900 Additional Information: Dimensions: 3'6" L x 3'4" W Origin: Persia
Category

Antique 19th Century Persian More Carpets

Materials

Wool

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

Kilim Rug Saddle Bag Caucasian
Located in Ferrara, IT
Antique Caucasian Saddle-Bag Kilim Rug, 1900 ca. The travel bags used during migrations, movements
Category

Antique 19th Century Caucasian Kilim Caucasian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Regiment Des Dromedaires Camel Saddle
Located in New Orleans, LA
This fascinating piece of military history is a camel saddle created for and used by the Dromedary
Category

Antique Late 18th Century French Empire Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Silver, Brass, Iron

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