Shaffron (Horse's Head Defense)

Stamped with marks attributed to Ambrogio de Osma Italian

On view at The Met Fifth Avenue in Gallery 373

This shaffron is stamped with marks attributed to the Brescian armorer Ambrogio de Osma, documented between 1446 and 1475. The fluted surface follows German fashion, suggesting that the shaffron was made for export to northern Europe.

Shaffron (Horse's Head Defense), Stamped with marks attributed to Ambrogio de Osma (Italian, Brescia, documented 1446–75), Steel, Italian, possibly Brescia

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Shaffron (Horse's Head Defense), Stamped with marks attributed to Ambrogio de Osma (Italian, Brescia, documented 1446–75), Steel, Italian, possibly Brescia
Shaffron (Horse's Head Defense), Stamped with marks attributed to Ambrogio de Osma (Italian, Brescia, documented 1446–75), Steel, Italian, possibly Brescia

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