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Curb Bit

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Metal curb bit with a mouthpiece that has a joint in the middle and two rings on either end; decorative elements include filigree, flowers, leaves, and pearls; three chin straps with metal chains; background is gray.

Artwork details

Date:: 17th century
Medium:: Iron alloy, tin, copper
Culture:: German
Dimensions:: 446 × 624 px
Museum record:: View original

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