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Bit bosses were ornamental elements decorating both sides of a horse bit. The decoration of this Italian bit boss imitates traditional Venetian filigree, with a human face in the center.
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Title: Pair of Bit Bosses
Date: late 16th–first half 17th century
Culture: Italian
Medium: Copper alloy, gold
Dimensions: 42.50.189; Diam. 3 3/16 in. (8.1 cm): Wt. 3.2 oz. (91 g); 42.50.190; Diam. 3 3/16 in. (8.1 cm); Wt. 3.1 oz. (88 g)
Classification: Equestrian Equipment-Bits
Credit Line: Gift of Stephen V. Grancsay, 1942
Accession Number: 42.50.189–190
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