Shaffron (Horse's Head Defense)

The image shows a medieval horse's head defense called a shaffron. The defense is made of metal and has a distinctive shape, with two protrusions at the top resembling horns. It has a central plate with a decorative element consisting of a flower-like motif formed by four spherical shapes. Two semi-circular plates protect the eyes, each adorned with rivets around the edges. The piece tapers down to a narrower section at the bottom and features a decorative strip with rivets along the bottom edge. A raised, twisted ridge runs vertically down the center. The entire piece exhibits a weathered appearance with visible spots and shadows, suggesting aging and wear. The background is a plain wall with the object casting a subtle shadow. The title of the piece is "Shaffron (Horse's Head Defense)".