Mediaeval horse trappings

Mediaeval horse trappings
I forgot to mention that this apparel was only worn on special occasions, as far as I know. It would seem pretty inappropriate for a battle, for instance/

If memory serves, the ornamental cloth or parade blanket was called a "caparsion". I would like to think I'm remembering this from one of my college classes, but actually I think I read of it in a romance novel.

I know that "caparison" is a general reference to decorated attire. I'll check the dictionary to see if it refers specifically to this garment/blanket/cloth.

I'll let you know.

ca·par·i·son [k? pérris'n] noun (plural ca·par·i·sons)
1. fancy covering for horse: an ornamental covering for a horse, especially for a warhorse in former times
2. harness or saddle decorations: a decorative harness for a horse or decorations for its saddle or other fittings
3. elaborate clothing or ornaments: elaborate or rich clothing and ornaments

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So right you are and right I am, and isn't it nice to be in agreement!