Pair of Stirrups

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Pair of stirrups by artist unknown. Two bronze-colored metal stirrups, one positioned upright and the other on its side. The stirrups have an arched top with a handle featuring two small round knobs at the top. The bottom of each stirrup has a flat base with a textured surface, and a rope-like design on the sides. The stirrup on the right is standing upright, showcasing its full height, while the one on the left is lying down, revealing its open interior. The background is a plain gray surface with a darker gray gradient at the top.