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Stirrup

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Metal stirrup with a dark patina, featuring a decorative design. The stirrup has a wide, flat top with two small circular protrusions on either side. Two curved arms extend downward from the top, each adorned with small circular bumps and floral patterns near the top. A spring-loaded mechanism is visible in the center, connecting the two arms. The bottom of the stirrup features a footrest with a braided design and a small metal plate underneath. The background is a plain gray surface. Stirrup by artist unknown.

Artwork details

Date:
late 15th century
Medium:
Iron
Culture:
probably Spanish
Dimensions:
600 × 480 px
Museum record:
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Palette