Bit Boss
Bit bosses were ornamental elements decorating both sides of a horse bit. A more luxurious version of the design of this boss was used for bits that were part of an equestrian gift sent by Louis XIV of France to King Charles XI of Sweden in 1673, now preserved in the Royal Armory of Stockholm.
Artwork Details
- Title: Bit Boss
- Date: ca. 1670
- Culture: French
- Medium: Copper alloy
- Dimensions: Diam. 2 7/16 in. (6.2 cm); Wt. 3.1 oz. (87 g)
- Classification: Equestrian Equipment-Bits
- Credit Line: Gift of Stephen V. Grancsay, 1942
- Object Number: 42.50.203
- Curatorial Department: Arms and Armor
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