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Pair of Stirrups and Ring Bit

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Pair of stirrups and ring bit by unknown artist, features two gold-colored metal pieces. The piece on the left is a stirrup with a flat base, arched top, and twisted rope-like design on the sides. The base and top have decorative cutouts featuring floral patterns. A small handle is at the top. The piece on the right is a bit with a wide, curved base that tapers to a point at the top. It also features intricate cutouts with floral patterns. Both pieces have a similar gold color and ornate designs. The background is a plain gray color.

Artwork details

Date:
19th century
Medium:
Copper alloy, gold, iron
Culture:
Turkish
Dimensions:
599 × 428 px
Museum record:
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