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Horse Bit

17th century (made)
Artist/Maker
Place of origin

Horse bit composed of a straight mouthpiece with players and a projecting loop and curved branches to which are attached two curb chains with brass rings for the reins


Object details

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Object type
Brief description
Horse bit, steel and brass, Flanders, 17th century
Physical description
Horse bit composed of a straight mouthpiece with players and a projecting loop and curved branches to which are attached two curb chains with brass rings for the reins
Credit line
Given by Dr W. L. Hildburgh
Collection
Accession number
M.185-1925

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Record createdApril 5, 2004
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