Horse bit and matching cavesson (noseband) 7 15/16 x 6 11/16 x 6 1/8 in. (20.2 x 17 x 15.5 cm)

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Holding institution:
Ancient Near Eastern Art, Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, NY
Data provider:
Metropolitan Museum of Art
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Title:
Horse bit and matching cavesson (noseband) 7 15/16 x 6 11/16 x 6 1/8 in. (20.2 x 17 x 15.5 cm)
Date:
200 - 500
ca. 3rd–5th century A.D.
Type:
Metalwork-Equestrian
Type (Narrower):
Other Objects
Type (Broader):
Object
Coverage:
Sasanian
Geographic region:
Iran (?)
Time period:
Sasanian
Medium:
Iron, brass
Extent:
7 15/16 x 6 11/16 x 6 1/8 in. (20.2 x 17 x 15.5 cm)
Rights:
Public Domain
Identifier:
1971.223a, b
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