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Curb Bit

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Metal curb bit with a curved, hook-like design on each side, two metal pieces connect to form a mouthpiece with a horizontal bar in the middle, and two metal chains and hooks hang down from each side. The artist of this piece is unknown, but the title is "Curb Bit".

Artwork Details

Date
2nd–1st century BCE
Medium
Copper alloy (bronze)
Culture
Thracian or East Celtic
Dimensions
446 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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