Arms & ArmorEquestrian Equipment-Bitslate 17th - 18th centuryBoss from a Horse Breast Collar is a equestrian equipment-bits of Ottoman or Tatar origin created in late 17th - 18th century using copper alloy measuring Diam. 2 5/16 in. (5.9 cm); Wt. 1.9 oz. (55 g). — now part of the Arms and Armor collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Copper alloy |
| Dimensions | Diam. 2 5/16 in. (5.9 cm); Wt. 1.9 oz. (55 g). |
| Classification | Equestrian Equipment-Bits |
| Department | Arms and Armor |
| Credit Line | Gift of Stephen V. Grancsay, 1942 |
| Date | late 17th - 18th century |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Ottoman or Tatar culture. The estimated date range is 1650 – 1800.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Boss from a Horse Breast Collar?
Boss from a Horse Breast Collar is housed in the Arms and Armor department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Boss from a Horse Breast Collar created?
Boss from a Horse Breast Collar dates to late 17th - 18th century.
What material is Boss from a Horse Breast Collar made from?
Boss from a Horse Breast Collar is crafted from copper alloy.
Is Boss from a Horse Breast Collar in the public domain?
Boss from a Horse Breast Collar is not in the public domain; rights and reproduction restrictions may apply.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026