Antique Basket Saddle or Wicker Chair Saddle for a Child - saddle064 sidesaddle The stitching is incredibly fine

The stitching is incredibly fine (I count fourteen stitches to the inch) The case is lined in doeskin which shows wear inside the lid

probably too flexible to be carried as anything more than a decorative accessoryThe whip still has the small loop at its end where a silk lash could be attached

It is decorated with a raised oval and some plumes

This style of bit with its severe mouthpiece with a high port and ring that acts as a curb is also known as a "Mameluke" bit

length 10" (20cm)Weight : 670g (1lb 8oz )

Antique Basket Saddle or Wicker Chair Saddle for a Child - saddle064 sidesaddle The stitching is incredibly fineThis is a wicker basket or chair saddle It would have been used for a small child on a pony or donkey on a leading rein It is in good condition one strand of wicker is damaged at the top of the back and there is a hole in the serge lining of the underside. A previous owner has had a beautiful new leather seat cushion made The saddle could be used today or it would look good on display Although this saddle is not heavy it is bulky and international