Antique saddle. Unknown if this is German or Navajo. The patterns suggest it is a Heiser-Denver saddle, but there are no markings to be seen to that effect. There is a number "908" marked on it (left front skirt), which is the only identifiable marking other than the swastikas or "rolling-log patterns," which I count as 10.
This set was handed down from my Grandmother to my mother and then to me. My grandparents used to work in the Circus in Jugoslavia, Russia and Hungary before and during the 2nd world war, I do not know how long the set has been in the family and if it was purchased new or handed down to my Grandmother by family. I remember vagely that the cups were holding porcelain cups in them when I was a little girl, I guess they got broken over the years.
The top of the makers mark seems to be islamic writing?
The center line reads: SARAJEVO
The bottom line reads: BRACA GJULIZAREVIC
This is a medallion on a leather piece,2 small bells and a wood bead on each side. In center is a head of a women.Around her are these words :
PADROEIRA DO REINO Ther are 5 creasts of different design.The one above her head says: H.MINUS Then from right to left as follows :A knights head ,
A lion , A lion over a castle , 3 small swords? I did find out that the writing of " PADROEIRA DO REINO " is portuguese and means "Patroness of the kingdom". Thats about as far as i have gotten.At some point it may be for sale.If there is anyone who can tell me more it would be greatly appreciated.