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Curb Bit

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Metal object, silver in color. Two long, curved arms extend from a central piece. Each arm has a decorative design with flowers and curved lines. The arms are connected at the top by a small oval piece and at the bottom by a ring. The top of each arm has a rectangular piece with a decorative design. The background is a solid gray color. The object is a curb bit by an unknown artist.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 1700
Medium
Iron alloy, tin
Culture
German
Dimensions
416 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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