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What is the oldest saddle?
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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
By Alfredo Pina 1
Located in PARIS, FR
Saddled Horse
Alfred PINA (1887-1966)
A bronze sculpture with a dark brown patina
Signed on the base "A.
Category
Early 20th Century French School Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Irish Pony Saddle
Located in Greenwich, CT
Unusual Irish 19th century specialty pony saddle with center harness by Rafferty of Dublin, in richly patinated leather, brass and timber and with padded ticking to the underside.
Category
Antique 1880s Irish Folk Art Sports Equipment and Memorabilia
Materials
Brass
$1,950
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 turned legs ending in pad feet and joined by bulbous turned T-stretcher, the whole wit...
Category
Antique Late 19th Century English Stools
Materials
Mahogany
$2,900
Early Navajo Weaving Saddle Blanket
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1920s-30s hand woven Navajo weaving saddle blanket with beautiful muted stripes and original corner ties.
Category
Vintage 1920s American Folk Art Rugs
Materials
Wool
$1,356 Sale Price
20% Off
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.
Category
Early 20th Century American Native American Native American Objects
Materials
Beads
$12,000
Teak Howdah Elephant Saddle Chair
Located in Houston, TX
Teak Howdah Elephant Saddle Chair.
Beautifully carved Asian teakwood Howdah elephant saddle chair or bench, Thailand, 1920.
Category
Vintage 1920s Thai Anglo-Indian Chairs
Materials
Bouclé, Teak
