Saddle

Object number76.38

Date1861

MediumWood; Leather; Metal

Credit LineTransfer from Fort Ligonier Memorial Foundation

DescriptionSaddle with a very high pommel and cantle. Seat is made of quilted leather. Stirrup is triangular wood with a leather covering creating a pocket to cover toe of boots.Dimensions9.5 x 13.5 x 38.4999 in. (24.1 x 34.3 x 97.8 cm)
InscriptionsStamp on skirts: Allegheny Arsenal 1862
Stamped into leather: WS KIRKWOOD
MarksStamped into leather on skirts: Allegheny Arsenal
Allegheny/Arsenal/1861 (metal plate on tree at pommel)
Historical NotesThis saddle was made at the Allegheny Arsenal in Pittsburgh.

Related person William S. Kirkwood

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