Pair of Pistol Holsters, mid-18th century, probably Italian or French, Velvet, metallic thread, leather, ; H. 19 1/4 in

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Pair of Pistol Holsters, mid-18th century, probably Italian or French, Velvet, metallic thread, leather, ; H. 19 1/4 in. ( cm); W. 19 1/4 in. ( cm); ; H. 19 3/4 in. ( cm); W. 19 1/4 in. ( cm); Wt. of each oz. ( g), Firearms Accessories, Holsters of this type, each containing a single pistol, were attached at the front of the saddle, one on each side, giving the rider easy access to his weapons. The saddle and shabrack (saddle cloth) were sometimes made as a set with textile matching that of the holsters

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Size: 4129px × 4659px
Photo credit: © Artokoloro / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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