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Stirrup

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The sculpture, Stirrup by the artist, resembles an upside-down teardrop or a U-shape with a pointed top. The object appears to be made of metal and has a textured surface. It stands on a flat surface and casts a faint shadow underneath. The background is dark gray and transitions to black. The object is centered in the image.

Artwork details

Date:
10th–11th century
Medium:
Iron
Culture:
West Slavic
Dimensions:
600 × 480 px
Museum record:
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