Flag of NepalArms & ArmorEquestrian Equipmentca. 1942–46

Saddle (Gser Sga) Made for Yuthok Tashi Dundrup (g.yu thog bkra shis don grub, 1906–1983) is a equestrian equipment Derge of Tibetan, Derge origin created in ca. 1942–46 using copper alloy, iron, gold, turquoise, wood, leather, textile (silk, cotton) measuring 18 1/2 x 24 x 17 in. (47 x 61 x 43.2 cm) — now part of the Arms and Armor collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumCopper alloy, iron, gold, turquoise, wood, leather, textile (silk, cotton)
Dimensions18 1/2 x 24 x 17 in. (47 x 61 x 43.2 cm)
ClassificationEquestrian Equipment
DepartmentArms and Armor
Credit LinePurchase, Arthur Ochs Sulzberger and Kenneth and Vivian Lam Gifts; funds from various donors, by exchange; Laird and Kathleen Landmann and Bernice and Jerome Zwanger Gifts; and funds from various donors, 2008
Dateca. 1942–46

Historical Context

Culture & Period

This work belongs to the Tibetan, Derge culture. The estimated date range is 1917 – 1971.

Geography

Origin: Derge. Flag of Nepal

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Saddle (Gser Sga) Made for Yuthok Tashi Dundrup (g.yu thog bkra shis don grub, 1906–1983)?

Saddle (Gser Sga) Made for Yuthok Tashi Dundrup (g.yu thog bkra shis don grub, 1906–1983) is housed in the Arms and Armor department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Saddle (Gser Sga) Made for Yuthok Tashi Dundrup (g.yu thog bkra shis don grub, 1906–1983) created?

Saddle (Gser Sga) Made for Yuthok Tashi Dundrup (g.yu thog bkra shis don grub, 1906–1983) dates to ca. 1942–46.

What material is Saddle (Gser Sga) Made for Yuthok Tashi Dundrup (g.yu thog bkra shis don grub, 1906–1983) made from?

Saddle (Gser Sga) Made for Yuthok Tashi Dundrup (g.yu thog bkra shis don grub, 1906–1983) is crafted from copper alloy, iron, gold, turquoise, wood, leather, textile (silk, cotton).

Is Saddle (Gser Sga) Made for Yuthok Tashi Dundrup (g.yu thog bkra shis don grub, 1906–1983) in the public domain?

Saddle (Gser Sga) Made for Yuthok Tashi Dundrup (g.yu thog bkra shis don grub, 1906–1983) 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

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