The Most Beautiful Horse Coffee Table Books for Equestrian Lovers and Horse Fans
Whether you ride for sport, love the pageantry of polo or simply admire these majestic animals, a **horse coffee table book** brings equine elegance and history right into your living room.
1. An Illustrated History of Equestrian Sports: Dressage, Jumping, Eventing
This sumptuous volume traces centuries of horsemanship—from Baroque dressage courts to Olympic showjumping arenas. Lavish photography and expert commentary detail the evolution of tack, technique and competition, making it an indispensable guide for riders and fans alike.
2. American Cowboys (Anouk Masson Krantz)
Award‑winning photographer Anouk Masson Krantz captures the grit and grandeur of the modern American cowboy. Through powerful portraits and sweeping landscapes, this book celebrates the enduring bond between rider and steed on the open range.
3. Polo Heritage
Dive into polo’s aristocratic past with rare archival images, match‑day anecdotes and profiles of the sport’s greatest players. From the Argentine pampas to English country clubs, Polo Heritage delivers a vibrant portrait of the “sport of kings.”
4. Stables: High Design for Horse and Home
This stunning coffee table book merges equestrian function with architectural flair, showcasing some of the world’s most beautiful barns, paddocks and riding arenas. Expert interviews and floor plans reveal how top designers create spaces that work for both horse and human.
5. Wild: The Legendary Horses of Sable Island
Photographer Sarah Lee captures the untamed beauty of Sable Island’s feral horse population. Raw, cinematic images reveal their rugged spirit against windswept dunes—an unforgettable testament to nature’s power and resilience.
6. Horses: Portraits by Derry Moore
Renowned portraitist Derry Moore turns his lens to the world’s most elegant equines. Each portrait—shot in classic black‑and‑white or rich color—brings out the personality and nobility of its subject, from polo ponies to showjumpers.
7. Untamed Spirits: Horses From Around the World
This global survey celebrates equine diversity, from Mongolian steppes to Andalusian farms. Full‑page spreads combine dynamic action shots with in‑depth cultural essays, offering a panoramic view of the horse’s role in human history and society.
Elevate your décor—and your appreciation for these noble creatures—by adding one (or all) of these horse coffee table books to your collection. Which title will you saddle up with first?
