Edward H. Bohlin--Saddlemaker

This Bohlin one of a kind sold at auction for $242,500.00

Edward H. Bohlin's "TAXIN" model black, floral carved silver and gold mounted parade saddle with three-dimensional gold rodeo scenes on the corners including bareback riders, bronc busters, bulldoggers, calf ropers and steerheads. Round figural horsehead conchos on the corners and around the perimeter. Let 'er buck cowboy on the silver horn. Long 25" tapaderos with a large central silver medallion and gold RR letters stacked just below. ROY ROGERS engraved onto the Bohlin seat plate. Stylized Cheyenne cantle with raised gold RR initials on the rear and a rope edge. Matching Bridle with square ferrule reins, massive Breast Collar and regal Hip Drops. This saddle was Roy's last and most ornate parade saddle. It was displayed on Trigger Jr. at the Branson museum.