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18th Century Spanish Colonial Carved Wood and Iron Stirrups

$2,360
$2,95020% Off
£1,791.67
£2,239.5820% Off
€2,065.50
€2,581.8820% Off
CA$3,338.55
CA$4,173.1820% Off
A$3,594.25
A$4,492.8120% Off
CHF 1,924.79
CHF 2,405.9920% Off
MX$43,309.41
MX$54,136.7620% Off
NOK 24,285.51
NOK 30,356.8920% Off
SEK 22,225.17
SEK 27,781.4620% Off
DKK 15,434.24
DKK 19,292.8120% Off

About the Item

Pair of late 18th early 19th century South American carved wooden stirrups. Known as estribos, each are carved from a solid block of wood. Decorated with wonderful carvings of horse heads and grape vines, these are truly charming pieces. With wrought iron stirrup rings and the original leather straps. Rich chocolate patina that only comes from age and use. Worn by Chilean huasos, highly skilled horsemen akin to America's cowboys. Prized by collectors of horse memorabilia today, especially such a striking pair as these. These will make a singular gift for the equestrian or horse lover in your life.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 7 in (17.78 cm)Width: 10.5 in (26.67 cm)Depth: 5.5 in (13.97 cm)
  • Style:
    Spanish Colonial (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
    Chile
  • Period:
    1790-1799
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1800
  • Condition:
    One has a wonderful old iron patch. One has a small hole on the back side. Please see photos.
  • Seller Location:
    Stamford, CT
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU803018503892

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