Cruciform Stirrup
Artist
unidentified
Dateca. 1670
Mediumiron
Dimensions15 3/4 x 9 3/4 x 3 1/4 in. (40 x 24.8 x 8.3 cm)
ClassificationsTools, Implements & Weights
Credit LineAlbuquerque Museum, museum purchase, 1979 General Obligation Bonds
Object numberPC1981.117.1
DescriptionCruciform stirrup made of solid iron engraved with eagles and striped banners with leaf form borders. This item was a tool used to move across New Mexico as stirrups provided the rider of a horse or donkey with an easier method to mount and dismount as well as an addition that provided balance.On View
On viewTerms
ca. 1920
