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Pair of Stirrups of the Crown Type

19th century

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Caption

Pair of Stirrups of the Crown Type, 19th century. Silver, each: 8 1/4 x 5 7/16 x 2 9/16in. (21 x 13.8 x 6.5cm). Brooklyn Museum, Museum Expedition 1941, Frank L. Babbott Fund, 41.1273.16a-b. (Photo: Brooklyn Museum)

Title

Pair of Stirrups of the Crown Type

Date

19th century

Geography

Place made: Argentina

Medium

Silver

Dimensions

each: 8 1/4 x 5 7/16 x 2 9/16in. (21 x 13.8 x 6.5cm)

Credit Line

Museum Expedition 1941, Frank L. Babbott Fund

Accession Number

41.1273.16a-b

Frequent Art Questions

  • What are these?

    This is a pair of silver stirrups from Argentina. Aren’t they beautiful?
    Stirrups of course! That's why they don't 'stand' level. Yes, they are gorgeous.
    In the 19th century, these would have been a symbol of status and wealth -- sort of like owning an expensive car today! You can imagine how the silver would catch the sunlight and really dazzle the viewer.

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