

Shaffron (Horse's Head Defense) of Henry II of France, When Dauphin
Metal horse head defense with pointed ears, eye and nostril holes, and a curved mouthpiece. The metal is gray with a weathered appearance and gold accents. Small gold rivets are used for attachment. The object is shaped like a horse's head, with two protruding ears on top. The background is a light grey gradient.
Artwork Details
- Date
- ca. 1490–1500, redecorated 1539
- Medium
- Steel, gold, brass
- Culture
- Franco-Italian
- Dimensions
- 556 × 624 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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