French Equestrian Engravings, Classical Dressage Horse, Early 18th Century, Framed

Pair of antique engravings framed at a later date. Illustrations of saddle and bridle parts, along with grooming tools. From Francois Robichon de la Guerniere’s book, ‘Ecole de Cavalerie Contenant la connoissance, l’instruction, et la conservation du cheval.’ (Paris: Collombat, 1733). The landmark book about classical dressage by a French equestrian master on riding, training, and general horsemanship. Text used by the Spanish Riding School of Vienna.

Artists and Engravers: Engraved by Borde after A. Coquart. Antoine Coquart (1668-1707) was a French engraver. . L. Borde (17th-18th century) was a French printmaker, whose productivity flourished in the early 18th century.