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Vintage Miniature California Saddle

Currency:USD Category:Western Americana / Tack - Saddles Start Price:1,000.00 USD Estimated At:10,000.00 - 15,000.00 USD
Vintage Miniature California Saddle
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Circa late 19th century, this lovely and enchanting, floral carved mini-masterwork measures only 14” x 8” and features a decoratively stitched 6 1/2" inlaid full-seat, bold Main & Winchester style California raised floral carving with a restored rich russet vintage patina and a gullet and cantle trimmed with nickel plated brass mountings. The rawhide strings are twist-braided and 100% original as is everything else except the finish, the wood stirrups and straps that were reconstructed by Bill Heisman, founding member of the Traditional Cowboy Artists and a known stickler for historical detail. Overall an exceptional piece that would make a worthy addition to the finest miniature or salesman sample saddle collection.