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Curb Bit

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Metal curb bit with a crown on top, featuring a mouthpiece that curls up on either side, made of silver or metal with a darker patina, adorned with copper or brass rivets on the cheek pieces, and decorated with intricate designs and multiple chains hanging down.

Artwork Details

Date
first half 19th century
Medium
Iron alloy, copper, silver, stone
Culture
Mexican
Dimensions
403 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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Palette