Pair of Stirrups

18th–19th century

Not on view

This shape of stirrups, with their square footplates and their wide flaring sides, is found in most of the Islamic world. This pair is decorated with brass damascened geometric designs and dots of silver inlays. The now empty sockets were originally inlaid with turquoise stones, all lost except a very small fragment.

This rich decoration is inspired from traditional Syrian jewelry, often combining silver and turquoise.

Artwork Details

Overview

Provenance

Title: Pair of Stirrups
Date: 18th–19th century
Culture: Syrian
Medium: iron, copper alloy, silver, turquoise
Dimensions: Stirrup (a); H. 6 5/8 in. (16.8 cm); W. 5 in. (12.7 cm); D. 6 5/8 in. (16.8 cm); Wt. 1 lb. 6.6 oz. (640.7 g); stirrup (b); H. 7 in. (17.8 cm); W. 5 in. (12.7 cm); D. 6 5/8 in. (16.8 cm); Wt. 1 lb. 5.6 oz. (612.3 g)
Classification: Equestrian Equipment-Stirrups
Credit Line: Bequest of George C. Stone, 1935
Object Number: 36.25.523a, b
Curatorial Department: Arms and Armor

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