Pair of Neck Defenses (Crinet) and Breast Defense (Peytral) from a Horse Armor
Flag of NepalArms & ArmorEquestrian Equipment15th–17th century

Pair of Neck Defenses (Crinet) and Breast Defense (Peytral) from a Horse Armor is a equestrian equipment of Tibetan or Mongolian origin created in 15th–17th century using leather, iron, brass or copper alloy, gold, shellac, pigments, textile, hair measuring Left neck panel (a): H. 19 1/2 (49.5 cm); W. 22 in. (55.9… — now part of the Arms and Armor collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumLeather, iron, brass or copper alloy, gold, shellac, pigments, textile, hair
DimensionsLeft neck panel (a): H. 19 1/2 (49.5 cm); W. 22 in. (55.9 cm); right neck panel (b); H. 19 3/4 in. (50.2 cm); W. 22 in. (55.9 cm); peytral (c): H. 19 in. (48.3 cm); W. 24 1/2 in. (62.2 cm)
ClassificationEquestrian Equipment
DepartmentArms and Armor
Credit LinePurchase, The Collection of Giovanni P. Morosini, presented by his daughter, Giulia, by exchange; Bashford Dean Memorial Collection, Funds from various donors, by exchange; and Fletcher Fund, by exchange, 1997
Date15th–17th century

Historical Context

Culture & Period

This work belongs to the Tibetan or Mongolian culture. The estimated date range is 1401 – 1700.

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Pair of Neck Defenses (Crinet) and Breast Defense (Peytral) from a Horse Armor?

Pair of Neck Defenses (Crinet) and Breast Defense (Peytral) from a Horse Armor is housed in the Arms and Armor department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Pair of Neck Defenses (Crinet) and Breast Defense (Peytral) from a Horse Armor created?

Pair of Neck Defenses (Crinet) and Breast Defense (Peytral) from a Horse Armor dates to 15th–17th century.

What material is Pair of Neck Defenses (Crinet) and Breast Defense (Peytral) from a Horse Armor made from?

Pair of Neck Defenses (Crinet) and Breast Defense (Peytral) from a Horse Armor is crafted from leather, iron, brass or copper alloy, gold, shellac, pigments, textile, hair.

Is Pair of Neck Defenses (Crinet) and Breast Defense (Peytral) from a Horse Armor in the public domain?

Pair of Neck Defenses (Crinet) and Breast Defense (Peytral) from a Horse Armor is in the public domain and can be freely used.

Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026

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