Arms & ArmorEquestrian Equipment-Shaffrons15th centuryArtwork Details
| Title | Shaffron (Horse's Head Defense) |
| Medium | Steel |
| Dimensions | H. 19 1/2 in. (50 cm); W. 9 1/2 in. (24.1 cm); D. 3 in. (7.6 cm); Wt. 3 lb. 6.5 oz. (1545 g) |
| Classification | Equestrian Equipment-Shaffrons |
| Department | Arms & Armor |
| Date | 15th century |
| Credit Line | Bequest of George C. Stone, 1935 |
| Object Page | View at The Met |
Cultural Origin
| Culture | Mamluk |
| Date Range | 1375 – 1525 |
Provenance
| City | Istanbul |
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Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 31872