Shaffron (Horse's Head Defense)

Unknown maker

Medium: Steel, brass, leather
Dimensions: H. 24 7/8 in. (63.2 cm); W. 12 1/4 in. (31.1 cm); D. 9 in. (22.9 cm); Wt. 4 lb. 11 oz. (2132 g)
Culture: Italian, probably Brescia
Department: Arms and Armor
Classification: Equestrian Equipment-Shaffrons
Dated: ca. 1560–70
Pixels: 2675 × 3819
SHA-256: 141dc6f89773c984…
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Shaffron (Horse's Head Defense). ca. 1560–70. The Metropolitan Museum of Art.