California Asian Art Auction California Asian Art Auction
 Mar. 15, 2014  Mar. 15, 2014

 Lot # 2370 
A RARE TIBETAN HORSE SADDLE AND FOOTREST    民國 西藏馬鞍


  • Dimension: Saddle: L: 23 in (58.4 cm) H: 19 1/2 in (49.6 cm) W: 15 1/8 in (38.5 cm); Foot rest: H: 5 7/8 in (15 cm) D: 4 5/8 in (11.8 cm)
  • Estimate From: $8000
  • Estimate To: $9000

Of typical form with raised knop at the front, the curved wooden frame with padded mounts, bordered with raised strap-work bands, the seat of the saddle covered with green velvet embroidered with metal-thread floral decoration, cloth flaps on either side also with sewn with delicate patterns against red border and colored padding, one leather strap and two metal buckles, also with floral decorations. Republic period.