Stirrup
The shape of this stirrup was designed to accommodate the foot of a knight riding a typical late 15th-century saddle, with his straight legs extended under his body, slightly forward, and the feet pointing downward.The top of it is adorned with a dragon with open wings, recalling those forged on late 15th-century Spanish chest locks and door-knockers.
Artwork Details
- Title: Stirrup
- Date: late 15th century
- Culture: probably Spanish
- Medium: Iron
- Dimensions: H. 2 5/8 in. (6.67 cm); W. 3 1/4 in. (8.26 cm); Wt. 14 oz. (396.89 g)
- Classification: Equestrian Equipment-Stirrups
- Credit Line: Gift of William H. Riggs, 1913
- Object Number: 14.25.1758
- Curatorial Department: Arms and Armor
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Spanish, possibly Granada
late 15th–early 16th century
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late 15th century
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15th century
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15th century
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