EARLY WORK ON HORSEMANSHIP
OEBSCHELWITZ, L. W. F.
Der Holländische Stallmeister, oder kurze, jedoch gründliche Unterweisung, was zum Kennen, Zäumen, Satteln, Beschlagen und Unterhalten der Pferde gehöret; wie auch zu der Reutkunst etc.
Leipzig, Bolt, 1766.
8vo. In contemporary full calf with five raised bands and richly gilt spine. Small paper label pasted on to upper part of spine. Light miscolouring to spine, otherwise fine and clean. (24), 344 pp. + 6 folded plates.
First German edition of this early work on horsemanship. The first part addresses horse-related knowledge, encompassing aspects such as anatomy, defects, age determination, color variations, diverse breeds, purchasing considerations, as well as details on bridles, saddles, shoeing, feeding, and general management. The subsequent section is dedicated to the art of horse-riding, covering topics like attire, equipment, galloping, military horse usage, coaching horses, ladies' driving, as well as insights into Dutch and English races and courses. Huth 41.
The third section delves into horse health, examining both internal and external diseases. It includes discussions on colics, diarrhea, worms, pulmonary and urinary ailments, dislocations, fractures, wounds, accidents, and concludes with an elaborate chapter offering comprehensive guidance on horse-breeding.
Order-nr.: 60611
DKK 6.500,00