Dr. Zanders apparatus, 1897
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Dr. Zanders apparatus, 1897
Dr Zanders apparatus: a lady rides side saddle on a horse simulator. A fixed saddle is attached to a cast iron frame, simulating similar vibrations to those experienced when riding a horse.
1897
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1897 Apparatus Cast Equestrian Exercise Frame Iron Rider Rides Saddle Simulating Simulator Vibrations Zander
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Dr. Zander's Apparatus: A Lady's Equestrian Experience in the 1890s This photograph captures a lady gracefully riding a horse simulator, the Dr. Zander's Apparatus, in the late 1890s. The image exudes an air of Victorian elegance and sophistication, as the lady dons a fashionable riding habit and rides side saddle on the iron frame. The Dr. Zander's Apparatus, a medical innovation of the time, was designed to simulate the vibrations and sensations experienced while riding a real horse. The fixed saddle was attached to a cast iron frame, which allowed riders to enjoy the benefits of equestrian exercise without the need for an actual horse. The machine, a popular form of physical therapy and gym equipment during the Victorian era, provided a low-impact workout that was believed to improve posture, flexibility, and overall health. The Dr. Zander's Apparatus was a testament to the ingenuity and resourcefulness of the era, as it allowed individuals to experience the joy and health benefits of horseback riding, even in urban areas or for those who were unable to own a horse. The image of a lady riding the simulator with such poise and grace is a reminder of the enduring appeal of the equestrian experience, even in its simulated form.
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