Saddle
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Saddle

TitleSaddle
Datelate 16th–17th century 16th century
MediumWood, bone (staghorn), bark, leather, textile, iron, pigment
ClassificationEquestrian Equipment-Saddles
OriginTurkish Turkish
Holding institutionThe Metropolitan Museum of Art
Credit lineGift of William H. Riggs, 1913
RightsPublic domain (CC0). Free to use for any purpose.

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