Why did people clothe their horses in medieval times? What was it called?
Caparison. It looked nice and offered some protection against arrows and stuff.
>>2113834
It was called looking badass.
Protection and showing your coat of arms.
>>2113834
Barding. Wealth, protection and image.
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>>2113860
Barding, and it was usually quilted or lined with maille, leather etc. to act as armour, and protect your major investment/Weapon/Transport
A Caparison is the term for barding or other horse dress that has the heraldry or colours of the rider.