Shaffron and Crinet (Horse's Head and Neck Defenses) by Romain des Ursins

Shaffron and Crinet (Horse's Head and Neck Defenses) 1455 - 1900

3d sculpting

3d model

natural shape and form

sculpture

sculptural image

unrealistic statue

sculpting

mid-section and head portrait

france

men

armor

italy

natural form

nature closeup

arm

"Shaffron and Crinet (Horse's Head and Neck Defenses)" is a set of armor for a horse, crafted by Romain des Ursins between 1455 and 1900. The shaffron, covering the horse's head, is a helmet composed of overlapping plates and a chainmail fringe. The crinet, protecting the neck, is made of sturdy metal plates, both designed to deflect blows and arrows in battle. This piece of medieval armor, now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, represents the sophisticated craftsmanship and military technology of the era.