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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
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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