Arms & ArmorEquestrian Equipmentprobably 19th–early 20th centuryBridle, Breast Collar, Crupper, and Stirrups is a equestrian equipment of Tibetan origin created in probably 19th–early 20th century using iron, gold, copper, tin, textile (silk), leather, yak hair measuring Bridle (a); H. 19 in. (48.3 cm); W. with strap extended 37… — now part of the Arms and Armor collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Iron, gold, copper, tin, textile (silk), leather, yak hair |
| Dimensions | Bridle (a); H. 19 in. (48.3 cm); W. with strap extended 37 in. (94 cm); W. of bit 13 1/4 in. (33.7 cm); breast collar (b); L. with strap extended 56 in. (142.2 cm); W. 20 in. (50.8 cm); crupper (c); L. 28 in. (71.1 cm); W. 18 3/4 in. (47.6 cm); stirrups (d–e); H. 6 1/4 in. (15.9 cm); W. 5 3/4 in. (14.6 cm) |
| Classification | Equestrian Equipment |
| Department | Arms and Armor |
| Credit Line | Purchase, Arthur Ochs Sulzberger Gift, 2003 |
| Date | probably 19th–early 20th century |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Tibetan culture. The estimated date range is 1801 – 1950.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Bridle, Breast Collar, Crupper, and Stirrups?
Bridle, Breast Collar, Crupper, and Stirrups is housed in the Arms and Armor department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Bridle, Breast Collar, Crupper, and Stirrups created?
Bridle, Breast Collar, Crupper, and Stirrups dates to probably 19th–early 20th century.
What material is Bridle, Breast Collar, Crupper, and Stirrups made from?
Bridle, Breast Collar, Crupper, and Stirrups is crafted from iron, gold, copper, tin, textile (silk), leather, yak hair.
Is Bridle, Breast Collar, Crupper, and Stirrups in the public domain?
Bridle, Breast Collar, Crupper, and Stirrups is not in the public domain; rights and reproduction restrictions may apply.