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Pair of Stirrups

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Pair of stirrups, by artist, Two bronze-colored metal objects, resembling stirrups, positioned side by side on a gray surface. The objects are made of a brass or bronze material with a curved shape and a flat bottom. They have an ornate design etched into them, featuring floral patterns and swirling lines. The etchings are intricate and cover most of the surface area of the objects. The objects are symmetrical. The background is a plain gray color, with a slight shadow cast by the objects.

Artwork details

Date:
19th century
Medium:
Copper alloy, leather, vegetal thread
Culture:
Peruvian
Dimensions:
600 × 400 px
Museum record:
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