Antique Ladies Sidesaddle Riding Whip with Ornate Gilt Mounts - w1758 mans The horn has several minor

The horn has several minor dents and dings

which is attached to the upper bit ring on the offside and the original curb hook on the nearside

This small

5cm (⅜")Weight : 30g (1oz)

Ref: cav070

Antique Ladies Sidesaddle Riding Whip with Ornate Gilt Mounts - w1758 mans The horn has several minorThis is a very light fine whip dating from the mid to late 19th century. Its gilt cap and collar have deeply cast foliate decoration with scrolling acanthus leaves. Between the cap and collar, the grip is covered in finely braided black thread or possibly horsehair. The long slim shaft is covered in brown braided thread. It is very flexible through its lower third, probably too flexible to be carried as anything more than a decorative accessoryThe