A large French curb bit, 2nd half of 16th century
Wrought iron with chiselled and engraved decoration. Two-part mouthpiece, the strongly angled tongue plate with attached chain as toggles. Exceptionally long, very finely curved cheeks with attached original connection chains. Length 41 cm.
Exceptionally large, finely crafted curb bit in very good condition.
Condition: II
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Wrought iron with chiselled and engraved decoration. Two-part mouthpiece, the strongly angled tongue plate with attached chain as toggles. Exceptionally long, very finely curved cheeks with attached original connection chains. Length 41 cm.
Exceptionally large, finely crafted curb bit in very good condition.
Condition: II