Description:

North America, Southwestern United States or Mexico, Spanish Colonial Period, ca. early 18th century CE. A handsome and large iron estribo de cruz stirrup etched with scrolling foliate motifs and a decorative wright spiral set between the foot plate panels. This stirrup has an unusual cruciform shape, with a foot hole in the center, and two elongated flaps that point downward. A loop at the top attaches the stirrup to the saddle. This is overly elaborate and quite heavy for such a simple part of horse tack, but these stirrups were preferred by rancheros and cavalry soldiers to highlight their elite status, since horses were a luxury that few could afford. Eventually these stirrups were banned, and many were destroyed by Spanish officials since they posed a danger to bystanders and the cross shape was sacrilegious! A fine example that thankfully escaped being destroyed or repurposed! Size: 17.3" L x 8.25" W (43.9 cm x 21 cm)

Provenance: private Denver, Colorado, USA collection, acquired in the 1960s; ex-Nuevo Sautauder Gallery, McAllen, Texas, USA; ex-Enrique Guerra collection

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#174247

  • Condition: Singular stirrup. Rubbing and softening to motifs, indiscernible motifs on footplate. Wear commensurate with age and use, otherwise intact. Heavy patina throughout.

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