
Arms & ArmorEquestrian Equipment-Shaffronslate 15th–early 16th centuryArtwork Details
| Title | Shaffron (Horse's Head Defense) |
| Medium | Steel |
| Dimensions | H. 23 7/8 in. (60.6 cm); W. 8 1/4 in. (21 cm) |
| Classification | Equestrian Equipment-Shaffrons |
| Department | Arms & Armor |
| Date | late 15th–early 16th century |
| Credit Line | Bequest of George C. Stone, 1935 |
| Object Page | View at The Met |
Cultural Origin
| Culture | probably Iranian |
| Date Range | 1450 – 1550 |
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 24256