Artwork preview

Bridle Cheekpiece

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The "Bridle Cheekpiece" by unknown artist depicts a circular, bronze object with a green patina and a rust-colored interior. A small, rounded knob protrudes from the top left. A hole in the center has a thick rim. A small, loop-shaped handle extends from the bottom. The object exhibits a rough texture and visible signs of aging and wear. The background is light gray.

Artwork details

Date:
10th–9th century BCE
Medium:
Bronze
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
600 × 450 px
Museum record:
View original
Palette