They continue to be highly collectible pieces today. This saddle is maker marked on the front of the seat: LICHTENBERGER FERGUSON CO. / LOS ANGELES / MAKERS.
The mark is stamped with a picture of a steer head in the middle. The patina given to the leather through long years of riding and layers of saddle oil have left a stellar dark color. The saddle has a 15 inch seat, 8" gullet The name tag say "Gayle.
This is definitely a piece of pure Cowboy art that can be used to this day. It is a piece of California history from the heyday of the big Western cattle ranches and their Hollywood portrayal.
The item "Vintage LICHTENBERGER FERGUSON ranch 15 western saddle, Los Angeles 1920's-30's" is in sale since Friday, August 04, 2017. This item is in the category "Sporting Goods\Outdoor Sports\Equestrian\Western Saddles & Tack\Saddles".
The seller is "jasbluesal" and is located in Trabuco Canyon, California. This item can be shipped to United States.