Riding spurs with rowels and leather spur straps – First World War

Vintage rowel spurs with leather spur straps – a pair of spurs, First World War

A pair of vintage riding spurs (strap spurs, rider’s spurs) in silver-coloured nickel-plated or white metal, with a short neck and a small toothed rowel. The spurs are still attached to their original leather spur straps, with a metal quick-release buckle on one side and a leather loop with a press stud on the other. These spurs come from the same lot as a French military kit and an officer’s binoculars from the First World War, and date from that period. We have not found a maker’s mark in the photos.

Why we chose this piece

We love utilitarian objects with an equestrian past. The clean, almost graphic shape of the metal against the dark, well-worn leather makes these spurs a beautiful decorative object. We bought this piece in France, from a collector of First World War militaria.

Style and interior

Lovely on a wall, on a bookshelf or in a display cabinet, in a country, classic, English or equestrian interior. Also a nice gift for anyone who rides or loves equestrian sport.

Condition

Very good condition for its age. The metal is smooth and shiny with only some light signs of use and a single small rust spot near the neck (photo 1); the rowels are complete. The original leather spur straps are complete, with buckle and press stud, and have a beautiful dark patina (photos 4 and 5). No breaks or missing parts.
Dimensions: to follow shortly
Material: nickel-plated or white metal, steel, leather
Period: First World War, c. 1914–1918
Origin: France, from a French collection
Quantity: 1 pair
Condition: very good condition; metal smooth with light signs of use, rowels complete, original straps complete with a beautiful patina
Price:

€ 65

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