Curb Bit

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Metal curb bit with a crown on top of each side, featuring intricate designs and a central decorative piece. The bit has two long, curved arms with a metal bar connecting them in the middle. The arms have various decorative elements, including etchings and piercings. The left arm is more solid with a D-shaped loop at the end, while the right arm has a more intricate design with a teardrop-shaped loop. The central piece features a crown-like design with a lattice pattern and tassels hanging from it. The background of the image is a solid dark gray color. Curb Bit by artist not specified.