Winner of the American Horse Publication's Best Equine Book Award
of the Year (2004)
Finalist for the 2005 Ben Franklin Award
Spanning time and technique, THE ART OF THE WESTERN SADDLE is a
celebration and visual feast of the graceful artistry of the
western saddler and his craft. Filled with detailed photographs and
illustrations, this book celebrates the saddle as a decorative
hallmark of subtle beauty while fulfilling the utility of its
principal purpose. The ability for early man to domesticate and
ride the horse created the rapid advancement of man's capability to
travel and explore. The saddle-the epitome of form following
function-evolved to meet the utilitarian needs of the rider and his
tasks, be they work or pleasure.
Illustrated with historic and contemporary examples of saddle style
and decoration, THE ART OF THE WESTERN SADDLE highlights the work
of makers such as Visalia Stock Saddle Company, Meana, Miles City
Saddlery, Porter, Hamley, Edward H. Bohlin, McCabes, and Keyston
Bros., along with contemporary makers such as Chas Weldon, Dale
Harwood, Chuck Stormes, Don Butler, Chuck Treon, Jeremiah Watt, and
many others. Many saddles of the stars are featured from the golden
age of the Hollywood Western; these include outfits belonging to
the Lone Ranger, Roy Rogers, Gene Autry, Barbara Stanwyck, Ken
Maynard, and Buck Jones.
THE ART OF THE WESTERN SADDLE also provides a look at the many
exquisite and unpublished examples of the finest in silver and gold
overlay and filigree saddle silver created by the West's preeminent
metalsmiths. Featuring 300 photographs, this volume is an absolute
must for all equestrians, as well as for collectors and admirers of
thisunique and totally American craft.
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