Arms & ArmorEquestrian Equipment-Saddlesca. 1930sSaddle is a equestrian equipment-saddles of Eastern Tibetan origin created in ca. 1930s using silver, gilt brass, copper, wood, leather, textile (silk) measuring H. 13 in. (33 cm); L. 20 in. (50.8 cm); W. 15 in. (38.1 cm) — now part of the Arms and Armor collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Silver, gilt brass, copper, wood, leather, textile (silk) |
| Dimensions | H. 13 in. (33 cm); L. 20 in. (50.8 cm); W. 15 in. (38.1 cm) |
| Classification | Equestrian Equipment-Saddles |
| Department | Arms and Armor |
| Credit Line | Purchase, Arthur Ochs Sulzberger Gift, 2005 |
| Date | ca. 1930s |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Eastern Tibetan culture. The estimated date range is 1930 – 1939.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Saddle?
Saddle is housed in the Arms and Armor department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Saddle created?
Saddle dates to ca. 1930s.
What material is Saddle made from?
Saddle is crafted from silver, gilt brass, copper, wood, leather, textile (silk).
Is Saddle in the public domain?
Saddle 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