Cattle roping and other ranch chores required cowboys to have secure yet maneuverable seats. A stock-seat rider sits erect with legs extending almost straight down. Both reins are held in one hand above the high pommel, or saddle horn, of the heavy Western stock saddle. Breeds used include quarter horses, pintos, Appaloosas, and Arabians. Dressage saddles are similar to saddle-seat tack, although with slightly more padding.
Riders wear hunter-seat apparel or, at higher levels, tailcoats and top hats.
This spectacular book is an overview of his work from throughout his fine art career. To view Frank C. McCarthy's artwork is to be right in the middle of the action. Thundering, charging, leaping, and whooping, with the occasional moment of silent anticipation. The artist creates heroic images of the American West. This beautiful book is a spectacular overview of McCarthy's exciting Western work, splendidly reproduced in full color.