LICHTENBERGER & FERGUSON CO. SADDLE

Object/Artifact

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Homestead Museum

Name/Title

LICHTENBERGER & FERGUSON CO. SADDLE

Entry/Object ID

2004.419.1.1

Description

LICHTENBERGER & FERGUSON CO. SADDLE, LOS ANGELES, ca. 1920s. There is abrasion and moisture damage to the seat. The saddle makers name is carved onto the leather of the seat. The leather appears to be cracked and corrosion damage is visible throughout the saddle. A piece of leather is torn and is peeled back away from the swell. At the top of the horn there is a carved "X." Underneath the saddle has padding, possibly made of wool. Other damages include overall discoloration, grime, tarnish to metal sections. It is in fair condition.

Lexicon

Search Terms

Lichtenberger & Ferguson [firm], Horses--Equipment and supplies, Horsemanship--Equipment and supplies

Legacy Lexicon

Object Name

Saddles