Collection Highlights
Central Park Competition Entry No. 29
Date:
March, 1858
Object Number:
PR.003.233
Medium:
Ink and Wash
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Harness bit
Object Number:
INV.889
Date:
1875-1950
Medium:
Steel
Dimensions:
Overall: 2 5/8 x 16 x 1 1/8 in. ( 6.7 x 40.6 x 2.9 cm )
Marks:
stamped: on bit: "V. B. & Co./ BRITISH/ FORGED/ CROSS & Co."
Description:
Steel snaffle harness bit with two loops forming the joint in the center; two rings attach to the bit ends and to stirrup shaped fasteners at both ends to which the reins are attached.
Credit Line:
Gift of Mrs. Walter Jennings
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
