Bit Boss

possibly French

late 17th–early 18th century

Not on view

Bit bosses were ornamental elements decorating both sides of a horse bit.

Artwork Details

Object Information

Overview

Provenance

Title: Bit Boss
Date: late 17th–early 18th century
Culture: possibly French
Medium: Copper alloy, iron
Dimensions: Diam. 2 7/8 in. (7.3 cm); Wt. 1.8 oz. (50 g)
Classification: Equestrian Equipment-Bits
Credit Line: Gift of Stephen V. Grancsay, 1942
Object Number: 42.50.175
Curatorial Department: Arms and Armor

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