Arms & ArmorEquestrian Equipment-Shaffronsfirst half 16th centuryArtwork Details
| Title | Shaffron (Horse's Head Defense) |
| Medium | Copper alloy, gold, iron |
| Dimensions | H. 23 1/4 in. (59.1 cm); W. 8 3/4 in. (22.2 cm); Wt. 4 lb. 4 oz. (1917 g) |
| Classification | Equestrian Equipment-Shaffrons |
| Department | Arms & Armor |
| Date | first half 16th century |
| Credit Line | Bequest of George C. Stone, 1935 |
| Object Page | View at The Met |
Cultural Origin
| Culture | Turkish |
| Date Range | 1501 – 1550 |
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Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 24251