The Book of carriages; or, A short account of modes of conveyance, from the earliest periods to the present time (1853)
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to keep servants readyto assist them in mounting, or to furnish them withfootstools for the purpose. In the dark ages,the vanquished was thus often made to serve as afootstool for the victor. The ancient nations were fond of ornamentingtheir more spirited riding animals, whether camelsor horses,… … princes send as a present of state to ambassadors,and other persons of high distinction. In Turkeyand Egypt chains of gold are also used, on stateoccasions, by persons of high official station in 26 SHATIRS OF PERSIA. their horse furniture, connecting the bridle withthe breast-plate of the animal.…
Transportation · Carriages and carts
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