Bit, bridle component, 17th century.
History note: Mr James Stewart Henderson of 'Abbotsford', Downs Road, St Helen's Park, Hastings, Sussex
J.S. Henderson Bequest
Method of acquisition: Bequeathed (1933-03-16) by Henderson, James Stewart
17th Century#
Circa
1600
-
1700
A bit was essential to control a horse and were often very decorative. The large cross piece was put in the horse’s mouth and the metal chains went round the back of the horses head. A leather strap was fitted to the upper rings and this was put over the horse’s head to hold the bit in place. The reins would be attached to the rings at the bottom.
Accession number: HEN.M.168-1933
Primary reference Number: 18738
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Owner or interested party:
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Applied Arts
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