Ted Flowers Parade Saddle

Fancy Ted Flowers parade saddle with matching breast collar and headstall. The tapaderos/stirrups are on swivels for comfort and are easily removed for storage and transport. This saddle is a Royal Deluxe and it was likely made in the early 1960s. This model was primarily made for parades and special occasions. It has been used some at events over the years, but remains well taken care of. The saddle seat measures 14". The overall length of the bit measures 8" with a 5" mouth. The rig fits a standard size horse.

Edward Anderson “Ted Flowers”(1914 – 1976) was a master craftsman who revolutionized the “blingy” parade saddle industry from his “The Spot Shop” workshop in Indiana. Cowboy legends such as Gene Autry and Roy Rogers landed their private planes at Alexandria’s Knott’s Airport just to visit The Spot Shop and order custom gear.

Today, gear specifically engraved with “The Spot Shop Alexandria, IND” are highly coveted. They were among the few pieces he explicitly marked, making them rare “signed” masterpieces. His saddles remain the ultimate status symbol for collectors.

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PERIOD: Mid 20th Century

ORIGIN: Indiana, United States

SIZE: 14" seat