期刊
CHINESE ARCHAEOLOGY
卷 23, 期 1, 页码 169-177出版社
WALTER DE GRUYTER GMBH
DOI: 10.1515/char-2023-0012
关键词
stirrup; leather toe loop; toe stirrup; saddle
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This study reevaluates two prevailing theories and argues that both theories misinterpret original materials and present unreliable arguments. It is unconvincing to claim that stirrups originated from either leather toe loops or toe stirrups. The study also highlights the importance of saddle structure in exploring the origin of stirrups.
This study re-examines the origins of stirrups and related issues by reassessing two prevailing theories: the leather toe loop theory and the toe stirrup theory. Through analysis of original archaeological material from the Scythian, Indian, and the Yunnan Dian cultures, along with new insights from fieldwork and examination of a variety of horse tack, this study points out that both outdated theories misinterpret the original material and present unreliable arguments. Consequently, it is unconvincing to claim that stirrups originated from either leather toe loops or toe stirrups. The improvement of saddle structure should not be ignored in an exploration of the origin of stirrups. The solid-tread saddle, which first appeared during the Wei and Jin periods, not only stimulated the invention of the stirrup but also provided necessary structural support for its use.
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