Stirrup
A detailed Mongolian inscription on the base of this stirrup gives the name of its maker and of the Mongolian nobleman who commissioned it. Such an inscription appears to be unique not only for a stirrup but also for any example of secular ironwork from Mongolia or Tibet, making this stirrup and it's mate (acc. no. 2007.182) invaluable as a touchstone against which all other decorative ironwork of this type can be compared.
Artwork Details
- Title: Stirrup
- Date: 16th–17th century
- Culture: Mongolian or Tibetan
- Medium: Iron, gold, silver
- Dimensions: H. 6 1/4 in. (15.9 cm); W. 5 1/2 in. (14 cm); Wt. 15 oz. (421 g)
- Classification: Equestrian Equipment-Stirrups
- Credit Line: Purchase, Gift of Bashford Dean, by exchange, 2007
- Object Number: 2007.181
- Curatorial Department: Arms and Armor
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