Arms & ArmorEquestrian Equipment-Stirrups19th centuryPair of Stirrups and Bit is a equestrian equipment-stirrups of Turkish origin created in 19th century using copper alloy, gold, iron measuring Stirrup (a); H. 6 1/2 in. (16.5 cm); W. 4 7/8 in. (12.4… — now part of the Arms and Armor collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Copper alloy, gold, iron |
| Dimensions | Stirrup (a); H. 6 1/2 in. (16.5 cm); W. 4 7/8 in. (12.4 cm); D. 6 1/2 in. (16.5 cm); Wt. 1 lb. 14.1 oz. (853.3 g); stirrup (b); H. 6 5/8 in. (16.8 cm); W. 5 in. (12.7 cm); D. 6 11/16 in. (17 cm); Wt. 1 lb. 14.4 oz. (408.2 g); bit (c); L. 12 in. (30.5 cm); W. 5 1/4 in. (13.3 cm); Wt. 1 lb. 9 oz. (708.7 g) |
| Classification | Equestrian Equipment-Stirrups |
| Department | Arms and Armor |
| Credit Line | Bequest of George C. Stone, 1935 |
| Date | 19th century |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Turkish culture. The estimated date range is 1801 – 1900.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Pair of Stirrups and Bit?
Pair of Stirrups and Bit is housed in the Arms and Armor department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Pair of Stirrups and Bit created?
Pair of Stirrups and Bit dates to 19th century.
What material is Pair of Stirrups and Bit made from?
Pair of Stirrups and Bit is crafted from copper alloy, gold, iron.
Is Pair of Stirrups and Bit in the public domain?
Pair of Stirrups and Bit is not in the public domain; rights and reproduction restrictions may apply.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026