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The Estafermo

Unknown author18th century, 2nd half

National Coach Museum

National Coach Museum
Lisbon, Portugal

Wooden figure for an equestrian game.
Rotating figure representing a Moor, whic holds a shield in one hand and a whip in the other. This was used in the game of "Charging the Estafermo" in wich the rider tried to strike the shield with a lance, causing the figure to rotate, and then escape without being hit by the whip.

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  • Title: The Estafermo
  • Creator: Unknown author
  • Date Created: 18th century, 2nd half
  • Location: Lisbon. Portugal. National Coach Museum
  • Location Created: Portugal
  • Physical Dimensions: 167 cm x100 cm x 36 cm
  • Provenance: Portugal /Lisbon; Royal House Fund / Ancient Museum Fund; Casa Real Portuguesa / Fundo Antigo do Museu
  • Rights: DGPC-MC - Henrique Ruas
  • Medium: Wood, iron, leather
National Coach Museum

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