Chinese mule saddle and load frame. The breeching of plaited hide hanging below on the left of the saddle is seldom used. The thongs on the frame are used for tying up loads and securing them to the frame. Photographer: Unknown
Chinese mule saddle and load frame. The breeching of plaited hide hanging below on the left of the saddle is seldom used. The thongs on the frame are used for tying up loads and securing them to the frame. Photographer: Unknown
The loads on the frame which is now ready to be lifted onto the saddle. (The loads are not correctly tied on to the frame but their relative positions are correct). Photographer: Unknown
The loads on the frame which is now ready to be lifted onto the saddle. (The loads are not correctly tied on to the frame but their relative positions are correct). Photographer: Unknown
The loads on the pony. The loads are not correctly tied up on the frame. The leather thongs should pass round and beneath the load, but the method of tying could not be followed from a photo. Photographer: Unknown
The loads on the pony. The loads are not correctly tied up on the frame. The leather thongs should pass round and beneath the load, but the method of tying could not be followed from a photo. Photographer: Unknown
The loads on the pony. The muzzle is put on to prevent animals stopping on the road to graze. The leading or head rope is entirely dispensed with. The breastpiece or strap is too loose. Photographer: Unknown
The loads on the pony. The muzzle is put on to prevent animals stopping on the road to graze. The leading or head rope is entirely dispensed with. The breastpiece or strap is too loose. Photographer: Unknown