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Curtain Knob

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Round metal curtain knob with floral design. Knob has a raised, circular rim around edge. Center of knob has a raised floral pattern consisting of a central flower surrounded by smaller flowers and berries. A single screw protrudes from back of knob, with a round head. Knob is angled to the right. Background is gray with a shadow cast to the left. Title: Curtain Knob Artist: unknown.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 1850
Medium
Brass, gilded alloy
Dimensions
600 × 475 px
Public Domain
Yes
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