A. Pariani: Horse Saddles and Bridle Catalog
Milano: Selleria A. Pariani, ND (ca 1930). First edition. Softcover. Quarto. 42pp. Original illustrated wrappers protected by modern mylar. Photographic title-page. Rare catalogue of saddles, harnesses and various other riding equipment by the Italian saddle manufacturer A. Pariani Selleria. Founded in 1903, Pariani become famous for the skilled craftsmanship and high quality of their hand-made "English" saddles (dressage & jumping). To guarantee its quality, every saddler at Pariani's works on the same saddle from beginning to end. This volume is profusely illustrated throughout with hundreds of b/w photographic reproductions. Some staining, creasing and a few closed tears on wraps. Text in Italian. Wraps in overall fair, interior in good+ condition. Scarce. g. Item #23309
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