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Curb Bit

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image depicts the "Curb Bit" by artist Georg Jensen. The curb bit is made of metal and features a predominantly silver color with gold accents. It has a long, curved piece that extends from top to bottom, with various decorative elements attached. There are two circular rings at the bottom, and a decorative piece at the top with curved ends. The bit has a bird-like or wing-like design on one side, with a series of curved lines and shapes. The background of the image is a solid gray color.

Artwork Details

Date
first half 17th century
Medium
Iron alloy, tin, copper alloy
Culture
South German
Dimensions
446 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
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