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Shaffron (Horse's Head Defense)

Romain des Ursins

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Metal horse head defense armor, titled Shaffron, made of riveted steel plates, pointed at bottom, with two triangular ear-like projections at top, against a light gray background.

Artwork details

Date:
ca. 1480–95; ear guards, eye guards, and plume holder, 19th century restorations
Medium:
Steel, textile
Culture:
Franco-Italian
Dimensions:
458 × 624 px
Museum record:
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