Shaffron (Horse's Head Defense)

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Title: Shaffron (Horse's Head Defense)
Date Created: ca. 1560–70
Physical Dimensions: H. 24 7/8 in. (63.2 cm); W. 12 1/4 in. (31.1 cm); D. 9 in. (22.9 cm); Wt. 4 lb. 11 oz. (2132 g)
Type: Shaffron (Horse's head defense)
External Link: http://www.metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/27178
Medium: Steel, brass, leather
Repository: Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, NY
Culture: Italian, probably Brescia

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