Cloak: Is riding in a Medieval cloak difficult? (and Talos bites it!)

Jason continues Talos' training, this time using a medieval cloak, and tests out how it might have been used practically. #cloak #riding #roleplayinggame
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[@Shoobedooby]

this guy is like the Bob Ross of medieval history lessons

[@lonnieporter8566]

Well said!!

[@nichellewrenn3185]

This is my favorite KZbin comment. And it's a well deserved comment. As an equestrian, I'm always happy to see riders who don't let horses get away with their nonsense and yet show their horses love and compassion... and good feed.

[@catsandporn]

Bob Ross x Witcher crossover.

[@mementomori771]

Now that you've said it I can't unthink it

[@thecalvinprice]

This is still one of the most consistently interesting channels I've ever come across. It's also very plain he loves that horse.

[@allim.5941]

I have pneumonia so I have been binging watching this on the couch for the past five days.

[@bcaye]

ALL his horses.

[@lonnieporter8566]

@@bcaye without question, he absolutely loves all of his animals, especially the horses.

[@bcaye]

@@lonnieporter8566,possibly my favorite thing about Jason. The channel is so interesting, informative and human.

[@lonnieporter8566]

@@bcaye he's a good man that I'd like chat with over a cup of tea or a glass of whiskey. I believe it'd be a hoot!

[@ConnollyUK]

As a fellow Englishman myself, I am half tempted to sack everything off in my life and apply to be your squire. You genuinely seem to just enjoy life and I think a simpler existence would benefit us all!

[@TheKingreddragon]

a millionaire like him has the luxury to enjoy the simpler existence. Im not holding that against him in envy, i love this channel, but not everybody has the luxury to buy gilded arming swords or to get a full suit of armor made. Im just glad he shares that with us.

[@angelinabrown2931]

I'd gladly muck out the stables for a chance to hang out with those horses. 😍

[@Pippinking]

@Gary York me too !

[@rob_over_9000]

@@TheKingreddragon Start a video game company like he did and grow it to the size he did, you'll have all the time in the world to ride horses and learn European martial arts :)

[@fion1flatout]

I have two ponies that I keep myself, not at livery. I don't have a car though. Priorities!

[@unrulyjulie4382]

I had one horse who would take my gloves off by the fingers and another one who loved to grab the tab on my coat zipper and zip it up and down. What a couple of clowns!

[@rameyzamora1018]

I had a horse who loved zippers, too! Those big industrial size ones on the outside of a winter vest.

[@unrulyjulie4382]

@@rameyzamora1018... Same here! Big zipper on a heavy Carhart winter coat.

[@sherrieludwig508]

I had one who, while you were picking his front hooves, would take the "scrunchy" out of your hair and hold it up and wave it out of your reach. Or, the mane comb out of your back pocket. Just played "keep away" with whatever he got for a bit, then handed it back to you.

[@unrulyjulie4382]

@@sherrieludwig508 ... Some horses have such a sense of humor!

[@wobblysauce]

That is it, some do.

[@steelstanding8005]

My old grandad, he was born in the late 1800, he worked in his own woods in the winter pulling lumber with horses, it is easier when its snow. He never wore gloves. And the Scandinavian winters are cold. Maybe it comes with adjusting to it, being out in the cold makes you notice it less. But it comes and bites you in the behind when you get old with all sorts of ailments in the bones and joints.

[@susansanders8485]

Important safety tip: don't ride in a cloak or cape with only a single closure at the neck, as many "costume" type cloaks have. If the cloak slips to one side while you're horseback, and your horse proceeds to step on it, you can easily get choked. (Don't ask how I know this...) Also, I didn't sit on my cloak, as this rider did, but allowed it to drape over the cantle of my saddle and my horse's quarters like an English hunt-field "rump rug". Amazing how it trapped the horse's body heat and kept both of us warm. Big kudos to you for patiently taking training opportunities with your young horse in the field!

[@timcotton7494]

haha...

[@sassytbc7923]

I have done medieval reenactment off and on for many years... never heard of a cloak that has more than one closure. ??

[@warriormaiden9829]

@@sassytbc7923 I've seen a couple. But they were more brainchilds of the seamstress rather than historical copies. :)

[@susansanders8485]

@@sassytbc7923 After this, um, unfortunate event, I sewed 3 frog closures down the front of my new cloak, from collarbone to breastbone. The new one also had the ability for me to put my arms through slits while keeping the front closed (Mystic Cloak & Tailor at the Texas Renaissance Festival). I'm certain that multiple closures aren't historically accurate, but I was aiming at practicality. Would love to see a variety of period cloak patterns!

[@ryand.3858]

Good info, thanks for sharing. ✌️

[@OneSkiWonder]

Gotta love it when your horse decides something your wearing looks tasty. xD

[@MrLizardLab]

He's got some good taste

[@wobblysauce]

Letting you know he has had enough and wants to go back inside you mean.

[@maxkamath9175]

You're wearing ***

[@elonerrigby9389]

OneSkiWonder I bet it had a dense embroidered trim and was weighted to avoid that. Medieval wives would think "that won't do" Lol.

[@Thoroughly_Wet]

Is that gray? I love gray

[@user-pe9qg3hg3k]

Jason has the most likable personality on KZbin

[@dreambug8831]

You ride him so quietly even when he’s dancing around and trying to do other things. Mad respect 😊 love your horse videos!

[@animatrix1490]

I know it's weird, but Talos's personality--wanting to get attention, doing tricks without being told, being a goofball--he really reminds me of my dog. Love the video, love you, love Talos

[@anyascelticcreations]

He really is gorgeous. And his little prank biting your cloak was adorable. 🤣

[@baberoot1998]

That stallion...is absolutely gorgeous. Young. Strong. And beautiful. What a majestic beast. ❤

[@cathywest8776]

A few years ago when we had a farm, one of the horses did not like the sheep. He would take a mouthful of wool and puck up the sheep and toss the sheep out of his way.

[@veronicavatter6436]

Always handy when your animal has an easy grip handle lol

[@rubywingo6030]

Lol!!!

[@LonelyBlackWolf96]

The funniest thing I've read in months.

[@loshannassy8860]

Cathy West My seven year old Australian Stock Horse used to do something similar! Though, he had a habit of grabbing the lambs by the ears, not just their wool. Thankfully we’ve managed to keep them separate in recent years since taking him on, but we do still have one sheep who’s missing the tips of his ears.

[@OzarkRose]

My colt attempted to kill one of our goat kids. My parents were pretty upset with him. He had got the kid down and was pawing him. He broke the kid's femur and jaw. Thankfully the kid survived and is doing ok now. Our dog helped correct my colt later since he was inclined to go after more sheep and goats once he learned that he could dominate them. The colt is a gelding, but he was in the terrible twos at the time.

[@deborahdanhauer8525]

I love that horse! He has personality. He walked up to those sheep and introduced himself properly. Then he had a meal of cloak.😊

[@mikeh720]

I would've learned so much more in high school if I had had a teacher so interested and intent on knowledge transfer! I loved medieval history way before finding your channel, but can't get enough of what/how you teach it! Thank you so much Jason.

[@sarahleonard7309]

Talos is so bold and adventurous! He seems like a big kid, willing to put up with whatever as long as it means he gets to go play.

[@SandraOrtmann1976]

I really like Talos. Such a playful boy, he really has a mind of his own. Looking forward to seeing more of you two. I remember that the Australian rain coat I used had some ties around the shins. Nothing fancy, you just tied a knot and your legs were better protected from the weather. This also prevented the long coat ends from flapping around. Maybe in the middle ages they had something similar?

[@jeffreyroot7346]

Was about to suggest leg ties! I'm not aware of any historic or archaeological evidence unfortunately.

[@geoffboxell9301]

Yep: I'm in NZ and my stockman's coat as knee ties too (well press studs actually).

[@jasonr5989]

Driza-Bone? Got one myself. A must have when out doing farmwork in wet, windy and cold weather.

[@geoffboxell9301]

@@jasonr5989 No: a Kiwi brand.

[@suburbanbanshee]

There were a lot of historical fashions where you bound your hose into your legs, added bindings for warmth, etc. But that was mostly earlier (like Saxon times). Still, it is in the range of the possible.

[@TigerLily61811]

I just found these videos today and I love them! As a rider myself for many years, I found that in winter simply being astride a horse will keep you quite warm, because their body heat rises. We had a big Friesian a while back and he was an absolute furnace. He'd kick off so much heat that even on the coldest day, I had to take off my coat and sometimes even my sweater! I'd completely forget about the weather until I dismounted, then be like OMG brrrr when did it get so freezing cold?! lol

[@ModernKnight]

Glad you like them!

[@shakescan]

Talos looked very proud after biting the cloak, he is mischievous and playful

[@Wyldefaeboy]

I love riding in my wool skirt and cloak, it’s the perfect way to stay cozy on winter trail rides!

[@RyllenKriel]

Your Horse seems to find your cloak to be oddly tasty. Make sure to wrap up Talos' hay in a woolen cloak to make a special horse style burrito.

[@CircaSriYak]

Seeing Jason riding towards the camera with that music pumping, damn it gave me chills.

[@lisapolasch8830]

I love your companionship with your horses ❤ how you treat them as your partner... that's real horsemanship, sadly not often seen

[@carolley9705]

Great vid. Talos made me laugh when he bit your cloak. From what I've read in historical books, winter travel was avoided unless absolutely necessary such as answering summons from the king. As to the glove issue, I think you're right the rider would have wrapped up in the cloak. Those riding in a wagon or carriage would have worn gloves since they didnt have to hold reins. Loved seeing Talos do the Spanish walk.

[@Jixxor]

Something about just hearing the intro makes me know I will learn something about history. This channel was one of the best recommendations KZbin gave me in a while.

[@19AngelsSorrow89]

From my experiences with cloaks, especially the long travel cloaks, I would assume it possible they just grabbed them with both hands, thus holding them in place and keeping their hands warm at the same time. If you get used to it it's quite impressive how much can be done with the hands while having a cloak wrapped around them.

[@loopop7299]

Could you do a video on Medieval Markets please? Or maybe How medieval camps were set up

[@ShellShock794]

A camp would be neat but this channel seems to focus more on day-to-day 'doing' stuff. I bet Shadiversity would love to do a video on that topic though

[@appleyanimator6541]

@@ShellShock794 Hopefully; it's always interesting know what the medieval equivalent of Tesco's is.

[@carolley9705]

Oh that would be brilliant!

[@bcaye]

My favorite thing I know about you is that you repay the pleasure your horses give you by doing most of their care yourself. I know the feeling-I am happy to do things for my cats to repay the joy they give me!

[@strawberrymilksamurai]

6:24 mmm... tasty cloak! My aunt told me stories of a pet cow she used to have long before I was born, who loved eating people's clothes, and she once secretly ate my aunt's favourite blouse. She still loved that cow, though.

[@VeritechGirl]

Talos trying to tell you it's time for elevenses! ^_^

[@kellimbt]

Your videos are the perfect balance of well-planned and casual. Just delightful!

[@ChrisSunHwa]

I love that when Talos made a meal of your cloak you just laughed.

[@mattorama]

This could turn into a "Medieval how to" quick miniseries, episode 1: When your horse decides to bite your cloak and play with it

[@christinebw8032]

I laughed out loud several times during this lovely video. Talos “talking to” the sheep and “tasting” Jason’s cloak, helping to discover what might happen when you go riding wearing your cloak, “nibble nibble!” 😁

[@suem6004]

First, you need to have some ties for your cloak. Second, keep your mantel or hood up over your head. Fur hats must have been a thing. Third, give me your palm and hand length size and I will spin and knit or felt or sew some fingerless mitts at least. A bit of leather in the palm would be good for reins. In real cold weather shearling mitts would offer wind protection. Hides and skins best for wind protection. Would be happy to collaborate. As a master handspinner.

[@ModernKnight]

Lovely idea!

[@suem6004]

Modern History TV Send your palm size.

[@emeralddraegon]

Love how Talos greeted the sheep! 😂 lol I grew up with our neighbor's farm pasture literally in my backyard, where they kept an Arabian stallion and goats together. That horse was the sweetest thing; he even let the goat kids climb on his back!

[@55nimrod55]

You've done medieval tooth, hair care,and hand washing how about toe and finger nails?

[@deftigemahlzeit5935]

How about arse wiping?

[@55nimrod55]

Had the same thought. It would be interesting to hear about their methods.

[@act.13.41]

@@deftigemahlzeit5935 Well, the king had the Groom Of The Stool to handle that task. They say it was a prestigious job.

[@SunflowerSpotlight]

There were little metal pick things, similar to for teeth. Henry VIII of England gave a little set of tooth and nail picks with matching earwax scoop to Anne Boleyn among his many gifts. Personal care products were seen as being essential but intimate, so it was kind of cheeky to give to her. “Think of me while bathing and making yourself look pretty,” that idea. It’s interesting.

[@chelinfusco6403]

@@act.13.41 Oh is that where the expression brown nosing come from? LOL

[@Dom-vg9gq]

Cant watch these videos without thinking about how Jason looks like Denethor from the Peter Jackson Lord of The Rings films lol

[@unrulyjulie4382]

I think it's the hair, NOT the face!

[@greenmarcosu]

Also his personality, intelligence, and character are the exact opposite.

[@andrewsmith3608]

if he wasn't evil? Maybe.

[@gone41214]

@@greenmarcosu I mean I guess Denethor is spiteful but that's where the opposites end. Denethor is actually incredibly intelligent, which the movie doesn't portray correctly.

[@w0t3rdog]

@@andrewsmith3608 Denethor wasnt evil. But he did play favorites with boromir, and he was grief-stricken and despaired at the size of mordors army, causing him not to think clearly. He became paranoid, fearing the kingdom he had sacrificed so much for would be taken away, and lost, by some vagabond from the north that had no experience in matters of state, or even large scale warfare... just some guy with a sword, a distant claim to the throne and no other qualities.

[@denniscleary7580]

I love horses and I think they are such a majestic and abused animal of this planet. They deserve so much better.

[@fleetskipper1810]

You think that horses are abused? How so?

[@quantumratio4311]

He really love his horses, he can`t even get angry if they damage the coat, he's still enthusiastic. :)

[@marykayparker4144]

I love it. I had as Peruvian Paso stallion. One day I decided to show off and ride him without a bridle and bareback of course. We did really well doing a figure 8 in the pasture. When we stopped he did as your horse did and grabbed me pant leg! What a naughty boy. Today's video gave me s chuckle

[@cclarke9301]

Loved that you posted a new video!!! I hit the like button before even watching. Your glimpses of history are truly fascinating and you are a wonderful narrator. What a handsome steed you ride upon too♥️

[@tanyagarcia3721]

You go talis for trying to take a bite out that cloak. Great job handling that, Jason

[@ArleneAdkinsZell]

Thank you for another great video and another gorgeous horse. He is beautiful now, when fully trained, he will be spectacular.

[@miaththered]

A new one, yay. A knight, talking about knights, I am absolutely thrilled.

[@SpiralMantis]

I have seen something similar to this said a few times on Jason's videos but I don't understand. He has an OBE but that's not the same as being a knight or am I just being dim and missing something?

[@miaththered]

@@SpiralMantis The Most Excellent Order of the British Empire is a British order of chivalry. An order of chivalry is a knighthood. Sir Jason is a knight, talking about knights.

[@monsieurboks]

@@miaththered Nope. British orders of chivalry (except the Order of the Garter) are unconventional in that only the top classes, in this case Knight Grand Cross and Knight Commander, confer the rank of Knight. Since Mr. Kingsley here is "only" an Officer (of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire), he does not count as a Knight. If he were two classes higher he would, though.

[@SpiralMantis]

@@@monsieurboks That is how I understood it. I don't want to knock the guy because I think his videos are really interesting and an OBE is not to be sniffed at...it's just he should not be referred to as "Sir".

[@miaththered]

@@monsieurboks Apologies didn't know that.

[@Joe___R]

Even though you haven't seen it in a painting I would guarantee they wore gloves while riding in the middle ages.

[@FurnitureFan]

I would think so. It was freezing then.

[@Chilly_Billy]

What a magnificent beast! I believe I may enjoy your equestrian videos most of all.

[@hearthrose8285]

This channel consistently makes me happy. Thank you for sharing your adventures and loves.

[@janetaylor6362]

I can hear him now... "stoopid hooman makes me come out in cold weather, I'll teach him a lesson" nom , nom, nom.!

[@HistorySkills]

I love these series of videos. You have one of the best jobs in the world!

[@meghenmatta2080]

Lol well hobby. Hes independently wealthy from being the CEO of a pretty big game development company

[@KimParkerAdcock]

He's a character! Not phased by the sheep what a brave boy. Have to say I'm very happy to be born in the age of warm riding gloves. Cheers Jason!

[@gregkral4467]

I truly love your videos Jason, thank you so much for all your wonderful presentations, and thank you to all the others you meet and interview. Absolutely wonderful.

[@blackwater4707]

I'm rewatching a few for the wardrobe and having Talos bite a chunk out of your period cloak was a little funny. : D

[@meowmocha12]

"I'm gonna give him some hay..." You mean, you want him to eat something other than your cloak?

[@frantucker608]

Talkative guy, isn't he?! Love it! I agree wholeheartedly, joy is a most important thing, maybe not the most important, but in the top five! Your joy, BTW, shows. :) It could well be that they rode in gloves and just weren't painted in them - vanity!

[@litigioussociety4249]

If you work outside enough in the cold; especially, when you hold something metal like I often do, than your hands just adjust to the cold over the years. I never need gloves above 0°F, and I imagine this was often the case for those few individuals in medieval times that regularly worked or rode in the winter.

[@warriormaiden9829]

Also, mittens don't have the finger split between ring and pinky fingers necessary for rein positioning. :)

[@lynnes11]

It's very true, that one can become acclimatized to both hot and cold weather. If you spend a lot of time outside and transition with the seasons, that helps a lot. This is why I don't like to turn my heat on very high in the winter (if I am warm inside, then my body is not adjusting to the colder weather, so I become quite cold when I go outside.)

[@ryand.3858]

@@lynnes11 Definitely true of the heat. I live in Florida and last time I was in Washington DC (about two months ago) people were complaining about the 80°F temperature and probably 60% humidity, lol.. obviously I thought it felt great coming from an area where 100% humidity and 95°F is normal in the summer. 🌞

[@mynamename5172]

@@ryand.3858 DC in August can be 100/100. Probably why nobody wanted to live there until the feds insisted.

[@cecilyerker]

Talos understands a lot of English for a horse!

[@mothwaltz4163]

Your videos are such a treat to watch.

[@akoilady9097]

I've been watching your videos this past week and Talos got a real laugh out of me when he chewed your cloak! I guess he let you know what he thought of that flapping thing! He is absolutely beautiful. Loved watching him work. He was also very brave with those cute sheep.

[@ModernKnight]

Thanks for watching, glad you enjoyed our work. Talos says hello.

[@20GaugeSX4]

Talos is such a great name

[@hansyolo8277]

FOR THE NORDS

[@allinwonderland7047]

The Thalmor would like a word

[@hansyolo8277]

@@allinwonderland7047 They can have my axe!

[@samwalker4761]

@@allinwonderland7047 Yeah, I doubt the empire would be all too pleased...

[@nonoririko2056]

Thank you for continuing to make videos, I always love to see an upload and often rewatch videos. In regards to Talos he has all the fun of a young horse! (Not just nibbles but it's funny when they wipe all their snot and grass foam on clean clothes)

[@Izzy_Gyrl]

I just discovered your channel and OMG I LOVE IT! I've always been interested in Medieval History and the lifestyles of the Medieval people. I'm also an avid horsewoman and love seeing your beautiful stallions and mounts. Cheeky Talos with the cloak! Amazing channel!

[@danielpatrick3761]

What a beautiful horse. Love your channel. So positive and wholesome. Thanks.

[@nordonna]

Wow what a magnificent horse!! Love your videos. :)

[@nraketh]

I really enjoy your videos. Thank you.

[@nancyvolker3342]

he's a beautiful horse

[@chelinfusco6403]

Sir, that is a handsome horse. Although, I must say, the rider is handsome too.

[@cathdodd5072]

Aw when you said you were going in for a cup of tea, it did kind of shatter the image of you with a goblet of spiced wine beside a roaring fire methinks. You do look the part...

[@timothyissler3815]

You should do a more in-depth video on Medieval cloaks, if there were differing styles, their uses, and anything popular media might get wrong about cloaks.

[@chrissy24-7]

I don't know the timeline but I'm aware of glove like things that are like mittens with a split knitted in, between the 2nd and third fingers, with a thumb cover.

[@1Eilatan]

What a beautiful video. Seriously, all of your videos are documentary quality. I could watch them all day.

[@ModernKnight]

thanks, very kind of you.

[@roxdream88]

Thank you very much for another amazing and informative video, sir. Talos is gorgeous and funny!

[@lll9107]

Anyone else like me and just hits the thumbs up button 10 seconds into the show?

[@bcaye]

Every time.

[@suzannederringer1607]

Yep.

[@nelbraudo-441]

Hell yeah! :"D

[@angelinabrown2931]

Yep. I know I'm going to like it, regardless of topic.

[@tamousha]

Yep. Just after I saw Jason smile

[@r.mcguire6685]

Talos is a funny boy, grabbing your cloak! I am laughing because my Louie (Percheron cross) would do the exact same thing. He loves attention, and if I'm not moving forward, he gets bored.

[@ciotolik]

You are awesome and your horse is too! I really enjoyed your video, your experiment with the cloak, your words about passion and your funny friend biding your cloak 🤣

[@oldgreen100]

This is an excellent channel! I could watch all day!

[@ModernKnight]

thanks

[@julianregulators1530]

Jason, I would guess folks would wrap their hands in scraps of wool or whatever cloth they could find to make a make shift glove.

[@Coupal1]

Fabulous video and very informative. I look forward to more.

[@alsymphony7868]

Please never stop. This is awesome

[@sschmidtevalue]

It's funny that when Talos let out a whinny near the sheep I felt like I could smell him and the other animals.

[@nz_puddlehound1617]

Been watching your videos all afternoon definitely Subscribed!! Also Talos is a beauty !!

[@ModernKnight]

glad you found us, and welcome!

[@onenessisthekeyJISL]

what a beautiful and robust Stallion. he is very healthy

[@angelinabrown2931]

It was just a taste. Now he knows that wool isn't food. He's good.

[@chiaroscuroamore]

Awesome video! Very interesting! Love Talos, especially when he bit the cloak🤣🤣

[@annakhjelm146]

Same here 😂 He looks like an adorable goof, nibbling on the cloak 😂 My horse loves playing with the zippers on my jacket, pulling them up and down. It is apparently very amusing, according the my goofball 🤣

[@chiaroscuroamore]

Anna K Hjelm I’ve had horses that do the same with drawstrings and zippers! They’re so funny!😂😂😂

[@annakhjelm146]

@@chiaroscuroamore They are so cute when they do things like that. My horse is super curious and just has to check everything out propperly. Including figuring out how to open the latches on all of the doors in the stable, it is annoying. But she looks so funny when she works on using her lips and tounge to open a door 😂 (the horses can't get into any feed by accident because we have all of their food on the stable loft)

[@chiaroscuroamore]

Anna K Hjelm oh that’s so funny regarding your horse opening the stable latches! I can understand how annoying that could be though! Good thing that they can’t get into the feedbins lol!

[@deniseherud]

I love these vids...they’re like educational and entertaining 💗 That horse is so cute! He’s def spunky-i like him!😂💗

[@dragma907]

I got chills from that intro, great work guys.

[@bladeofbattousai]

Talos is gorgeous. Also, I appreciate how good the audio is in your videos. I have hearing difficulties but can actually understand you.

[@mariposahorribilis]

Talos: Dad, dad, can I show them? Jason: Not now Talos. Talos: How about now? Jason: No, I'm filming. Talos: Oh, daaad. Jason: Oh all right then. (To camera) This is Talos's Spanish Walk.

[@ModernKnight]

lol, exactly!

[@JaneDoe-ci3gj]

Lovely video!😊👍Love the way you handle your horse, you seem to have such a great bond!🌸 Can you do a video on how people of different classes slept during medieval times please, at home and if they were travelling, mattresses, clothing etc.

[@chickenassasintk]

This is such a awesome channel

[@delanomiller]

I've just found your channel. How interesting learning about medieval history and the beautiful horse!!!

[@ModernKnight]

Welcome aboard!

[@qmop2]

Love your channel so interesting and informative

[@ModernKnight]

thanks for watching!

[@nmccutcheon2243]

Never thought about how a cloak would possibly impede riding a horse. Especially with a sassy one like Talos 😉. Thanks Jason. Been enjoying the wild flowers on IG as well.

[@DJJinxC2006]

I love it when he stomps his front hooves.

[@okiepotsquatch9657]

Great video keep up the good work

[@antoinettehatchell2052]

Talos is so beautiful ! So cute when he grabs your cloak!😂😂 Love your videos!!! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻💯

[@jamieleevermeer]

I love your video's so well :)

[@magdahearne497]

Lol, cloak eating horse, love it..what a character. Another great video, thanks for sharing with us 🐴💖

[@Galastel]

A bit later gloves become a mark of nobility - they mean one doesn't have to work with one's hands. That's why in the Renaissance nobles in portraits if they're not wearing gloves - they're holding them, or they have them somewhere nearby. Dumas and Rostand even use gloves as plot points on various occasions in pieces set in the early 17th century. Not yet true in the Middle Ages then?

[@ModernKnight]

Not sure about that in the Middle Ages. Hawking gauntlets were a thing when riding, but to protect against the hawk’s talons obviously. I’ve just not seen any evidence of riding gloves in this period. Who knows?

[@lauravivanco]

@@ModernKnight I've found an article (on JSTOR) which describes the gloves in this image (Piers Plowman, Bodleian MS Douce 104) as riding-gloves: "The figure on folio 19r could be Reason, but the riding-gloves would be just as appropriate to Peace, who mentions his horse in the adjacent complaint" www.jstor.org/stable/3733913 The illustration of the allegorical person wearing the gloves can be found here. He's clearly fairly well off, but isn't riding a horse: www.luminarium.org/medlit/msdouce104f019r.jpg Via www.larsdatter.com/gloves.htm I found a photo of Henry IV's leather gloves, which actually look quite similar to the ones in the manuscript illustration: www.personal.utulsa.edu/~marc-carlson/histshoe/redfern/GLOVES/plateII.htm

[@lauravivanco]

Oh, and apparently brown leather riding-gloves were found in the tomb of Richard II: books.google.co.uk/books?id=t1SFAgAAQBAJ&lpg=PA61&ots=yTGiuo9cXn&dq=%22henry%20iv%22%20%22riding%20gloves%22&pg=PA61#v=onepage&q=%22riding%20gloves%22&f=false That's also mentioned in Herbert Norris's Medieval Costume and Fashion, which has a section on medieval gloves: books.google.co.uk/books?id=xiqahsJPHSgC&lpg=PA92&ots=ChAdhbEIj3&dq=%22henry%20vi%22%20%22riding%20gloves%22&pg=PA89#v=onepage&q&f=false

[@ayishas4385]

@@lauravivanco , that's brilliant. THANK YOU!

[@lauravivanco]

​@@ayishas4385 I had fun looking up the information about gloves; I'm glad it was of interest!

[@lgbenauer7075]

What a personality this horse has!