Pair of Stirrups Decorated with Parrots

18th–19th century

Not on view

Each stirrup prominently features a pair of parrots rendered in the round and possibly alluding to Kama, the god of love, whose sacred mount or vehicle (vāhana) is a parrot.

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Title: Pair of Stirrups Decorated with Parrots
Date: 18th–19th century
Culture: Indian, possibly Tanjore
Medium: Bronze or copper alloy
Dimensions: 2019.208.2a: H. 5 in. (12.7 cm); W. 4 5/8 in. (11.7 cm); D. 1 1/2 in. (3.8 cm); Wt. 1 lb. 1.9 oz. (508 g); 2019.208.2b: H. 4 7/8 in. (12.4 cm); W. 4 3/4 in. (12.1 cm); D. 1 1/2 in. (3.8 cm); Wt. 1 lb. 2 oz. (509 g)
Classification: Equestrian Equipment-Stirrups
Credit Line: Gift of Dr. Ravinder Reddy and Mrs. Cornelia Reddy, 2019
Object Number: 2019.208.2a, b
Curatorial Department: Arms and Armor

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