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Saddle

Saddle
Object name 
Saddle
Date 
1850-1900
Medium 
Leather, metal
Dimensions 
overall (folded): 20 x 23 x 22 in. ( 50.8 x 58.4 x 55.9 cm )
Description 
Brown leather saddle with pommel and metal fittings, the saddle has a cover which slips over the back, fits the seat, and laces up beneath the pommel, there are stirrups on a stirrups strap, and a large metal ring with plaited horsehair ropes which wraps around the horse under the stomach and attaches to a large metal ring on the opposite side of the saddle.
Credit Line 
Gift of Henry O'Reilly
Object Number 
X.374b
Gallery Label 
This saddle was used during the Civil War.
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.