Pair of Stirrups
Finely made cast bronze Burmese stirrups with relief ornament of this quality are very rare. This pair is also unusual for the diminutive size of the stirrups, suggesting they were made for a young man or a woman.
Artwork Details
- Title: Pair of Stirrups
- Date: 16th–17th century
- Culture: Burmese
- Medium: Copper alloy (bronze)
- Dimensions: 2018.855a: H. 4 7/16 in. (11.3 cm); W. 3 13/16 in. (9.7 cm); D. 1 13/16 in. (4.6 cm); Wt. 13.8 oz. (391 g); 2018.855b: H. 4 3/8 in. (11.1 cm); W. 3 13/16 in. (9.7 cm); D. 1 3/4 in. (4.4 cm); Wt. 13.8 oz. (392 g)
- Classification: Equestrian Equipment-Stirrups
- Credit Line: Gift of Kenneth and Vivian Lam, in memory of Mr. and Mrs. K. T. Lam, 2018
- Object Number: 2018.855a, b
- Curatorial Department: Arms and Armor
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