There is no particular set standard or style of what is sometimes called Baroque tack. Baroque horse tack is usually an ornate, flamboyant or extravagant style of tack popular in some circles during the 'Baroque' period, which emerged in Italy in around 1620 (to around 1800) and is most likely the world's first truly global style, covering Europe and as far as Latin America, Asia and even Sri Lanka. It typically symbolised pomp and power and was adopted by the ecclesiastical and courtly worlds, where it became stylish in some equestrian circles.

Baroque style horse tack is still manufactured by some traditionalists and to assist Baroque enthusiasts we include in this section some of the Baroque horse tack from our main stock listings.

A new very light saddle from Zaldi designed for and in conjunction with Portuguese mounted bullfighters. Hi-tech Evolucion T+T lightweight shock absorbing Carbon Fibre tree with a 10 year guarantee. Made of european box calf leather and with a suede seat, or in Z-Plus synthetic. With a choice of colours. Seat and panels of rubber foam. Portuguese style flaps. Stainless steel stirrup bars. Long girth straps. See our range of matching Portuguese saddle accessories (crupper/breastplate/girth/ stirrups & leathers), matching bridles, chairels etc. This tradditional Portuguese saddle is available in a choice of 6 widths. Note that although the saddle can be ordered in any of the widths, we offer a 'made-to-measure' service for the width of this saddle and can alter the width to perfectly suit your horse (this is not a d.i.y. operation and alterations will require the saddle being returned to us - but it does mean your saddle remains width adaptable for life). The approximate length of the saddle on the horse's back is 52 cm. This Portuguese saddle has a generous contact area to spread the weight over the horse's back for maximum comfort and reduced stress for the horse. Weight is approximately 12kg.  Free delivery UK & most of Europe, and half price delivery to USA/Canada/Australia/New Zealand (including any other items ordered with this saddle).

High quality traditional Portuguese saddle in a choice of colours and available in quality leather, leather plus suede seat (or optional leather seat). Hand made to order by Ludomar. The edges of the high cantle are flexible, to accommodate different size riders. Full size and three width choices - standard, wide or extra wide (special order only). (there is also a child size - part no 117006). The tree has a 6 year gurantee, other parts 1 year. See our range of matching Portuguese saddle accessories (crupper/breastplate/girth/stirrups & leathers), matching bridles, chairels etc. The approximate length of this saddle over the horese's back is 52cm. Free delivery UK & most of Europe, and half price delivery to USA/Canada/Australia/New Zealand (including any other items ordered with this saddle).

High quality traditional Portuguese 'mixta' saddle in a choice of two colours and available in quality leather with suede suede seat. Hand made to order by Ludomar. The cantle is a 'vaquera' that allows the rider for movement and flexibility in the seat. Full size and three width choices - standard, wide or extra wide. There is a choice of having the cantle (back of the saddle) either plain (lisa) or tooled (moteada) style. Available with optional genuine sheepskin cover or synthetic cover. The tree has a 6 year gurantee, other parts 1 year. See our range of matching Portuguese saddle accessories (crupper/breastplate/girth/stirrups & leathers), matching bridles, chairels etc. The approximate length of this saddle over the horese's back is 52cm. Free delivery UK & most of Europe, and half price delivery to USA/Canada/Australia/New Zealand (including any other items ordered with this saddle).

Menorquian saddle from Zaldi. Made from selected european box-calf leather. With latex rubber seat. Wool panels. High pomel and high cantle. New generation T+T shock-absorbing tree developed in conjunction with the CIDAUT Foundation with 10 year manufacturer's guarantee. Stainless steel safety stirrup bar. Optional sheepskin cover also special matching girth as an optional extra. This saddle is available in a choice of 5 widths.   Free delivery UK & most of Europe, and half price delivery to USA/Canada/Australia/New Zealand (including any other items ordered with this saddle).

The traditional style Portuguese saddle, from Zaldi. Made of european box calf leather and with a suede or Z-Plus seat, in a choice of colours. New generation Evolucion T+T shock-absorbing tree with 10 year guarantee. Seat is of rubber foam and it has the traditional Portuguese style flap. Panels are filled with wool. It has short girth straps and stainless steel stirrup bars. Full size but available in different widths. See our range of matching Portuguese saddle accessories (crupper/breastplate/girth/stirrups & leathers), matching bridles, chairels etc. This tradditional Portuguese saddle is available in a choice of 5 widths. The approximate length of the saddle on the horse's back is 56 cm.  Free delivery UK & most of Europe, and half price delivery to USA/Canada/Australia/New Zealand (including any other items ordered with this saddle).

Traditional Spanish/Portuguese filigree metal stirrups, available  with silver or gold finish. Not suitable for Doma Vaquera competitions but can be used in Parade or Baroque classes, Feria etc. Standard (small) adult size. Price per pair.

 These Spanish or Portuguese style Baroque stirrups are tooled and extremely elegant. The stirrups are available chromed or in gold plated colour. Stirrups are sold in pairs. Size is; adult/standard.

 These high quality Portuguese stirrups are typical of the Portuguese Alta Escuela type display stirrup and are available in two colours; gold coloured plate or chromed. These Portuguese Alta Escuela stirrups are sold in pairs. The size is 11.5cm wide.

 'Square' style fancy Portuguese display stirrup. Available either chromed or gold coloured plate. Available in two widths; 11.5cm or 14cm. Sold in pairs.

 Portuguese display stirrup, or Baroque stirup. An elegant design, engraved metal and with a choice of chrome plating or gold coloured plate. These stirrups are sold in pairs. Size is 11.5cm.

 Stirrups as used by 'The Spanish School of Riding'. Available in silver finish stainless steel or traditional oiled black steel. These traditional Spanish School, or Alta Escuela stirrups are a very popular accessory for use with Spanish Clasica saddles i.e.  Espanola, Alta Escuela, Potrera etc. Full size. Price per pair.

Traditional Portuguese metal stirrups, available  with silver or gold finish. Standard adult size. Price per pair. Thes are elegant silver or gold coloured stirrups that give an extra touch to your Baroque style riding equipment.

Traditional wooden Portuguese stirrups.Baroque style stirrups. Made from wood, heavily ornamented with gold and silver coloured metal.  Metal decorations in a choice of three traditional designs. Standard adult size. Price per pair.

Ornamented or 'Baroque' style Portuguese bit with moulded cheekpieces and medium port. Standard width 12.5 cms - can be supplied in 13.5cms width at extra cost. Note the 12.5cms width bit is a stock item the 13.5cms wide bit is made to order. For use with single rein. In golden or chrome finish. 

This is the traditional 'Spanish School' bit, or bocado Real Escuela. It is ornamental and has black steel levers with a stainless steel mouthpiece. A very high quality bit. Available in 'standard' size, which is 12.5cm wide.

 Royal saddle cloth / numnah. A shaped and decorative saddle cloth suitable for fitting under most saddles, Spanish saddles. Available in Spanish colours (Red/Yellow), or the colours of Andalucia (Green/White), or in blue and white.

 De-luxe Portuguese double bridle made by Zaldi from quality leather with metal ornaments and decorative buckles. Made to traditional 'media cortesia' design with ornaments in golden or chrome plating.  Termed by some as Baroque style. Full size only.

 A very highly decorated superb quality Portuguese bridle, made to order only. A single bridle in quality leather with plated metal ornaments on bridle and reins. Complete with throatlash. Full size only and two colour options - tan with gold colour fittings and black with silver colour fittings.

 This is a very high quality De luxe Portuguese leather breastplate handmade by Zaldi from selected leather. It comes complete with decorative metal ornaments and buckles in a choice of silver or golden colour and the leather in a choice of black, brown or tan.