Pair of Stirrups
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This shape of stirrups, with their square footplates and their wide flaring sides, is found in most of the Islamic world. This pair is richly decorated with plated gold, incised with vegetal scrolls on the suspension eye and intricate geometrical interlaced bands on the sides, typical of Moroccan art.
Traditionally, Moroccan riders take great pride in their horses and still frequently adorn them with shiny and colorful tack for parades and festivals. Wealthy riders would increase their prestige by covering their mount with luxurious material and equipping themselves with as luxurious matching accessories.
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