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Shaffron (Horse's Head Defense)

Armorer Stamped with marks attributed to Ambrogio de Osma Italian
ca. 1460–70
On view at The Met Fifth Avenue in Gallery 373
This shaffron is stamped with marks attributed to the Brescian armorer Ambrogio de Osma, documented between 1446 and 1475. The fluted surface follows German fashion, suggesting that the shaffron was made for export to northern Europe.

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Shaffron (Horse's Head Defense)
  • Armorer: Stamped with marks attributed to Ambrogio de Osma (Italian, Brescia, documented 1446–75)
  • Date: ca. 1460–70
  • Geography: possibly Brescia
  • Culture: Italian, possibly Brescia
  • Medium: Steel
  • Dimensions: H. 21 1/2 in. (54.6 cm); W. 9 1/4 in. (23.5 cm); Wt. 1 lb. 15 oz. (878.8 g)
  • Classification: Equestrian Equipment-Shaffrons
  • Credit Line: Bashford Dean Memorial Collection, Bequest of Bashford Dean, 1928
  • Object Number: 29.150.9aa
  • Curatorial Department: Arms and Armor

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