Decorative ornament (2) - Spain - pair of box brackets
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Pair of Portuguese box stirrups dating to 1850–1900, made of wood and brass, with approximate dimensions 18 × 26 × 16 cm, origin Spain, in good used condition with minor signs of aging and stains.
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pair of Portuguese box-stirrup irons, typically dated from the 19th century or the early 20th century.
Object Details
Function: They are used in traditional Portuguese riding, designed to protect and support the rider's foot. Their closed design (box-shaped) prevents the foot from slipping completely or getting caught in a fall.
Materials: The internal structure and base are made of solid wood (usually walnut or pau santo), externally clad with worked brass plates.
Decoration: The curved front face displays pierced ornaments cut into the metal sheet, a very common feature on traditional gala and work gear in Portugal. The top has an ornate mounting handle for passing the loro (stirrup strap).
Approximate average dimensions - 18*26*16 cm
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Signs of use. Evidence of treated wood-borer activity
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pair of Portuguese box-stirrup irons, typically dated from the 19th century or the early 20th century.
Object Details
Function: They are used in traditional Portuguese riding, designed to protect and support the rider's foot. Their closed design (box-shaped) prevents the foot from slipping completely or getting caught in a fall.
Materials: The internal structure and base are made of solid wood (usually walnut or pau santo), externally clad with worked brass plates.
Decoration: The curved front face displays pierced ornaments cut into the metal sheet, a very common feature on traditional gala and work gear in Portugal. The top has an ornate mounting handle for passing the loro (stirrup strap).
Approximate average dimensions - 18*26*16 cm
Trace and track shipping DELNEXT,
Not shipped to the Islands!
Signs of use. Evidence of treated wood-borer activity
Note: insured and packaged
Details
Era
1400-1900
Title additional information
pair of box brackets
Number of objects
2
Material
Brass, Wood
Country of origin
Spain
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
18 cm
Width
26 cm
Depth
16 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
