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Stirrup

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Silver-colored metal object, titled "Stirrup", by an unknown artist. Object has an arched shape with intricate patterns and designs throughout. The object has a flat base with four small feet, one at each corner. The top has a small, decorative crown-like structure. The object appears to be hollow with an open front. The background is a plain gray color.

Artwork details

Date:
ca. 1600
Medium:
Iron alloy, tin
Culture:
East German or Bohemian
Dimensions:
600 × 480 px
Museum record:
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