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Stirrup for a Child

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Stirrup for a Child by unknown artist. A gold-colored metal stirrup with ornate details and a twisted rope-like design on the sides. Triangular-shaped top with a decorative pattern and a small lion's head in the center. The stirrup has a flat bottom with a decorative design and three small feet. The background is a plain gray surface.

Artwork Details

Date
second half 15th century
Medium
Copper alloy
Culture
German or Bohemian
Dimensions
600 × 480 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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