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Revolutions Transport Museum > Records

Brass Stirrups

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Overview

Brass half shoes with bar at instep for stirrup straps on a saddle. Toes are narrow and pointed. Decorative floral patterns support bar on both sides and top of toe area. Small circular hole in sole.

Historical information

Elaborate brass ‘Conquistador’ stirrups like these originated in South America in the 16th century, after Spanish colonisation saw the rise of domesticated horses as a means of transport. Originally worn by riders to protect their feet in battle, as centuries progressed they remained in use as protection whilst traversing difficult terrain on horseback.

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cwa-org-102-1998.755

Contextual Information

19th century. Acquired via the original bequest of Lew Whiteman.

Revolutions Transport Museum

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Brass, shoe-shaped stirrup on white background. Photo is showing left hand side of stirrup, which has a pointed toe and floral pattern.

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