High, Wide and Handsome 

A Pictorial History of Australian Show Ring Jumping 1900 - 1950

by A J Chittick

 Published Privately by A J Chittick 1989 - 177 Pages - Black & White Photographs

"High, Wide and Handsome" by A.J. Chittick is a fascinating pictorial history of Australian show-ring jumping from 1900 to 1950. The book showcases black-and-white photographs that capture the unique riding styles of the era, including riders tackling enormous jumps—some nearly eight feet high—on their courageous horses. It also highlights the evolution of show jumping techniques, such as riding in long stirrups or even side-saddle, and features group performances like the "Section Fours," where riders coordinated their horses' appearances.

Condition: SIGNED 1989 1st Edition Privately Published. Hard Back Book. Very Good condition book, bump to the bottom edge front board (see image). Binding tight, pages clean and bright. Very Good unclipped dust jacket some slight shelf wear bottom edge. 

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