08-29-2013, 10:13 AM
Well mules also have large ears. But I think that we are looking at an evolution in riding styles, not riding styles being dictated by the type of equine.
The standard of Ur indicates that ancient artists were capable of showing recognisable donkey-like equids - large ears, tails with a fly-whisk shape, a large head to body size ratio, relatively short legs:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/profzucker/7324391184/
The equids shown in the archer image have small ears, horse-like tails, small head to body size ratios and relatively long legs.
The standard of Ur indicates that ancient artists were capable of showing recognisable donkey-like equids - large ears, tails with a fly-whisk shape, a large head to body size ratio, relatively short legs:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/profzucker/7324391184/
The equids shown in the archer image have small ears, horse-like tails, small head to body size ratios and relatively long legs.
Martin
Fac me cocleario vomere!
Fac me cocleario vomere!
