Saddle, Pair of Stirrups, Bridle and Trappings is a equestrian equipment-saddles of Tunisia origin created in ca. 1860 using wood, pigskin, rawhide, iron, felt, calfskin, cowhide, velvet, gold, silver… measuring L. of saddletree 21 1/8 in. (53.7 cm); W. of saddletree 15… — now part of the Arms and Armor collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Wood, pigskin, rawhide, iron, felt, calfskin, cowhide, velvet, gold, silver, wool |
| Dimensions | L. of saddletree 21 1/8 in. (53.7 cm); W. of saddletree 15 1/2 in. (39.4 cm); L. of saddle cover 26 in. (66.0 cm); W. of saddle cover 22 in. (55.9 cm); L. of saddlecloth 39 in. (99.1 cm); W. of saddlecloth 29 in. (73.7 cm); L. of saddle pad 38 in. (96.5 cm); W. of saddle pad 32 in. (81.3 cm); L. of bit 8 1/2 in. (21.6 cm); W. of bit 5 1/2 in. (14.0 cm); L. of headstall 19 in. (48.3 cm); W. of headstall 8 in. (20.3 cm); L. of breast strap 45 1/2 in. (115.6 cm); W. of breast strap 3 in. (7.6 cm); L. of each pistol holster 16 in. (40.6 cm); W. of each pistol holster 6 in. (15.2 cm); L. of girth strap 21 1/2 in. (54.6 cm); L. of neck amulet 21 in. (53.3 cm); L. of each stirrup 8 1/4 in. (21.0 cm); W. of each stirrup 7 3/4 in. (19.7 cm); overall Wt. 26 lb. 6 oz. (11.96 kg) |
| Classification | Equestrian Equipment-Saddles |
| Department | Arms and Armor |
| Credit Line | Bequest of George C. Stone, 1935 |
| Date | ca. 1860 |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Tunisia culture. The estimated date range is 1835 – 1885.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Saddle, Pair of Stirrups, Bridle and Trappings?
Saddle, Pair of Stirrups, Bridle and Trappings is housed in the Arms and Armor department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Saddle, Pair of Stirrups, Bridle and Trappings created?
Saddle, Pair of Stirrups, Bridle and Trappings dates to ca. 1860.
What material is Saddle, Pair of Stirrups, Bridle and Trappings made from?
Saddle, Pair of Stirrups, Bridle and Trappings is crafted from wood, pigskin, rawhide, iron, felt, calfskin, cowhide, velvet, gold, silver, wool.
Is Saddle, Pair of Stirrups, Bridle and Trappings in the public domain?
Saddle, Pair of Stirrups, Bridle and Trappings is in the public domain and can be freely used.