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THBRare 18th C. Spanish Colonial Iron Stirrups (pr)
Lot 245
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Artemis Gallery
686 S Taylor Ave, Ste 106
Louisville, CO 80027
United States
Selling antiquities, ancient and ethnographic art online since 1993, Artemis Gallery specializes in Classical Antiquities (Egyptian, Greek, Roman, Near Eastern), Asian, Pre-Columbian, African / Tribal / Oceanographic art. Our extensive inventory includes pottery, stone, metal, wood, glass and textil...Read more
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Museum-worthy examples of classical antiquities (Egyptian, Greek, Roman, Near Eastern), Viking, Far East / Asian, Pre-Columbian, African / Tribal, Oceanic, Native American, Spanish Colonial, Fossils, Ancient Jewelry, Fine / Visual Arts, so much more! Artemis Gallery info@artemisgallery.com
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North America, Southwestern United States or Mexico, Spanish Colonial Period, ca. early 18th century CE. A truly exceptional matched pair of iron estribos de cruz stirrups with low relief engravings and openwork, forged into a cruciform shape, with a foot hole in the center, and two elongated flaps that point downward. The ornate openwork and detailing that went into a simple utilitarian item is astounding; scrolling foliate motifs on the lower footrest panels contain rearing lions, the same vine patterning and lions is punched into the upper crossbars. Besides the rich iconography, the sheer size and weight is quite remarkable, and these stirrups were preferred by rancheros and calvary soldiers to highlight their elite status, since horses were a luxury that few could afford. Eventually this type was banned and destroyed by Spanish officials since they posed a danger to bystanders and the cross shape was sacrilegious. Matching pairs are a rare find in such great condition! Size of each (both are relatively similar): 15.25" L x 9" W (38.7 cm x 22.9 cm); 16.75" H (42.5 cm) on included custom stand
For a similar example, please see the Metropolitan Museum of Art website, accession number: 37.117.
This piece has been searched against the Art Loss Register database and has been cleared. The Art Loss Register maintains the world's largest database of stolen art, collectibles, and antiques.
Provenance: private Glorieta, New Mexico, USA collection
All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back.
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PLEASE NOTE: Due to recent increases of shipments being seized by Australian & German customs (even for items with pre-UNESCO provenance), we will no longer ship most antiquities and ancient Chinese art to Australia & Germany. For categories of items that are acceptable to ship to Australia or Germany, please contact us directly or work with your local customs brokerage firm.
Display stands not described as included/custom in the item description are for photography purposes only and will not be included with the item upon shipping.
#168750Loss to the upper corner panel of one, the other stirrup is fully intact and near choice. Age and use expected surface pitting and abrasions. Matched pair in overall excellent condition. Some softening of details, and rich patina and dark toning. Russet patina on the interior.Condition
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