Shaffron (Horse's Head Defense) with arms of the Freyberg family

Unknown maker

Medium: Steel, pewter, leather, textile, gold
Dimensions: H. 24 7/8 in. (63.2 cm); W. 12 1/4 in. (31.1 cm); D. 8 1/4 in. (21 cm); Wt. 4 lb. 13 oz. (2188 g)
Culture: German, probably Landshut
Department: Arms and Armor
Classification: Equestrian Equipment-Shaffrons
Dated: ca. 1540
Pixels: 2503 × 3840
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Shaffron (Horse's Head Defense) with arms of the Freyberg family. ca. 1540. The Metropolitan Museum of Art.