
Arms & ArmorEquestrian Equipment-Shaffronsearly 16th centuryArtwork Details
| Title | Shaffron (Horse's Head Defense) |
| Medium | Steel, copper alloy |
| Dimensions | H. 20 in. (50.8 cm); W. 9 1/2 in. (24.1 cm); Wt. 1 lb. 11 oz. (735 g) |
| Classification | Equestrian Equipment-Shaffrons |
| Department | Arms & Armor |
| Date | early 16th century |
| Credit Line | Bequest of George C. Stone, 1935 |
| Object Page | View at The Met |
Cultural Origin
| Culture | Turkish or Iranian |
| Date Range | 1501 – 1550 |
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 24257