François Charles Mansuy

Exciting first edition, illustrated with 122 figures drawn especially for the work by Frédéric Régamey - The work is aimed at riders who have already mastered the basics of riding and seeks to lead them toward a much more complete mastery of the position, of the aids, of gaits and of work in the snaffle bridle - Musany begins by establishing the conditions necessary for superior riding, emphasizing the rider’s correct position, body balance, leg contact, the use of stirrups and above all the precision of the hands and reins - The work in the bridle occupies a central place, with study of the bits and snaffle, the handling of the four reins and their combined use to obtain precise guidance of the horse without causing unnecessary resistance - François Charles Mansuy, called Musany / Frédéric Régamey - Treatise on Riding. Advanced Course - Haute École (artificial gaits and airs - racing riding etc.) - 1888 - L. Baudoin et Cie - 244 pages - Good condition of the binding, the work in its original green half-leather, marbled boards, covers preserved, signs of wear, some minor defects on the cover, headbands and corners worn, sprinkled edges, spine with raised bands adorned with gilded ornaments, gilded lettering and author’s name - Good interior condition, browned paper, beautiful vignette on the title page, first edition, illustrated with 122 figures drawn especially for the work by Frédéric Régamey, marbled endpapers in good condition, a pleasant copy - Delivery service ensured within a few days -

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