Hallmarked Gucci - Italy Silver-Plate Horse Head Stirrup Cup, Italy 1970s

Circa 1970s Hallmarked Gucci - Italy Silver-Plated Horse Head hunting Equestrian Stirrup Cup. This drinking / vessel cup can rest on the head or be displayed turned over with the head clearly visible, as a trophy / sculpture piece on your bar, stamped Gucci / Italy ,

Originally created for drinking from before a hunt. Stirrup cups were originally created for having a drink whilst on horseback, usually before a hunt moved off. As they are small, they could be emptied quickly and could be held easily.

Dimensions: 6” H x 3.13” D

Good condition.