Curb Bit

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The metal object titled "Curb Bit" by the artist shows a piece of horse riding equipment. The curb bit features two main sidepieces that rise upwards with a connection piece between them near the top. There are decorative elements on the sidepieces and on the lower parts, which include curved shapes with a leaf-like design, and there are also small flowers or floral motifs. The bit itself consists of two downward-curving pieces at the bottom that would go into a horse's mouth. The object shows signs of wear, and the metal appears to have an aged or weathered appearance. The background of the image is a solid color, suggesting a neutral or plain setting. The overall appearance suggests an antique or historical piece of equestrian equipment.