Horse Brass lovely gilded brass, decorated with a fantastic animal perhaps a sphinx.
Horse brass that is in good condition. A report: wear and scratches from use.
* A Horse Brass is a brass plate used for the decoration of horse harness especially for horses parade. Used since ancient times, these design elements have become particularly popular in England in the nineteenth century, and have become collectors' items today. Some types of Horse Brass existed before the twelfth century in England. They served in the first place decorations, but quickly became symbols of luck and prestige. These decorations have grown dramatically in England thanks to the development of decorative arts following the Great Exhibition (Great Exhibition) in London in 1851.
* A horse brass is a brass plate used for the decoration of horse harness gear, Especially for shire and parade horses. Used since antiquity, They Became Especially popular in England in the 19th century, and REMAIN a collectors item today. Certain types of horse brass in existence since Have Been before the 12th century in England. They Were Introduced as soon Became goal decorations used as good luck and status symbols. These decorations Have Strongly Developed in England through the development of decorative arts Following the Great Exhibition of 1851.
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Dimensions:
7.5 cm x 8.8 cm (2.9 "x 3.4")