Shaffron (Horse's Head Defense), 17th century, Turkish, Gold, copper alloy (tombak), leather, textile, H. 20 3/8 in. ( cm

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Shaffron (Horse's Head Defense), 17th century, Turkish, Gold, copper alloy (tombak), leather, textile, H. 20 3/8 in. ( cm); W. 22 1/4 in. ( cm); Wt. 3 lb. 11 oz. (1684 g), Equestrian Equipment-Shaffrons, This shaffron is unusually complete and is one of the few examples to retain its original cheek plates. It is engraved with tulip designs and inscribed across the forehead: 'Made at the order of Emir Yusuf

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Photo credit: © Artokoloro / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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