Original antique photograph of a young woman on a horse.

She is wearing an ankle-length skirt and a riding cap and is seated sidesaddle.

A long riding crop is in her left hand, and she hold the reins with her right hand.

The horse blanket can be seen behind her.

3 3/8" x 5 9/16"

Undated; early 1900s, probably 1920s.

Around 100+ years old.

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This photo is sepia toned.

Sepia toning is a consequence a chemical process that converts the metallic silver in the emulsion of a photographic print into a silver sulfide compound. 

The silver sulfide, over time, will cause a photograph which was originally b&w to develop a warmer, yellowish tone.

This technique was in common use in the 1800s and early 1900s up to the 1920s, when new advancements in technology made it all but obsolete.

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As-found condition (with a careful repair toward the lower-left corner ).

Carefully packed for shipment to the buyer.

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Historical information:

A sidesaddle is a saddle designed for riding sideways on a horse, with the rider's legs on the same side of the horse, traditionally used by women for riding in a modest and elegant manner. 

Sidesaddle riding involves a saddle that allows the rider to sit sideways on the horse, with both legs hanging on the same side. 

Sidesaddles were particularly popular in the past, especially among women, as a way to ride in a modest and elegant manner while wearing skirts.

Men rarely rode sidesaddle; some exceptions included men who were injured in war, had lost a leg or had other injuries which made sidesaddle riding easier.

Women generally stopped riding side-saddle in the early 20th century as it became socially acceptable for women to ride astride and wear breeches, and the rise of the suffragette movement of the early 1900s also played a role in rejecting traditional restrictions. 

In the early 20th century, riding astride as men do, along with wearing split skirts or breeches, became socially acceptable for women, leading to the decline of side-saddle riding.

The rise of the suffragette movement, with its emphasis on women's rights and freedom, also contributed to the decline of side-saddle riding, as it was increasingly seen as a symbol of male dominance and restriction. 

While side-saddle riding largely faded from general use, it has seen a resurgence of interest since the 1970s. 

Today, side-saddle riding continues as a niche equestrian discipline, with enthusiasts participating in events like hunting, showing, and even jumping competitions. 

The Side Saddle Association is a resource for those interested in the sport.