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Stirrup (Sidesaddle stirrup)
1780-1850
Description
This enclosed stirrup was made for a lady’s sidesaddle use. It is a Peruvian equestrian form intended to be visually and socially impactful as well as functional. Saddle stirrups often were made from base metals or wood, but this costly silver example is lavished with artistry. The slipper's toe cover holds a flowering vine encircling a bird and the footbed is engraved and personalized with the owner’s initials.
Category
Metals
Place of Origin
Lima; Peru; South America
Materials
- Silver
Museum Object Number
2024.0006.002
Credit Line/Donor
Museum purchase with funds provided by the bequest of Henry Francis du Pont
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Object Number
2024.0006.002
Object Name
Stirrup (Sidesaddle stirrup)
Category
Metals
Place of Origin
Lima; Peru; South America
Origin Notes
Probably Lima, Peru or Argentina
Date
1780-1850
Subject(s)
- Equestrian
Materials
- Silver
Techniques
- Cast
- Engraved
- Chased
Dimensions (inches)
6.13 (H) x 4 (W) x 10.25 (L)
Dimensions (centimeters)
15.57 (H) x 10.16 (W) x 26.035 (L)
Measurement Notes
XRF analysis: High silver content in all 12 spots (94.1-97.02wt.% ) and the detection of lead, but not mercury.