Horse bit with the arms of Rasse van Gavere (de Gavre), Lord of Eksaarde

Unknown artist

Date: early 14th century

Medium: Bronze, gold, copper, champlevé enamel

Dimensions: H. 7 3/4 in. (19.5 cm); W. 6 3/4 in. (17 cm); D. 2 1/4 in. (5.7 cm)

Classification: Equestrian Equipment-Bits

Culture: French or Flemish

Louis V. Bell Fund, 2026

Date range

1300 – 1350

Largest dimension

19.5 cm

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