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Hinge

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows two metal hinges, titled "Hinge" by the artist. The hinges are made of a silver-toned metal with a rough texture and darker spots on their surfaces. Each hinge consists of two parts; one larger and flat with a rounded edge on one side and irregularly shaped on the other. The second part resembles a cylinder with a point on one end. The two pieces are joined near the cylinder. The larger part has a rounded rectangular shape with rounded corners on one edge and a jagged edge on the other. There are several holes of varying sizes on each piece, some with metal rivets inserted. The background is a light gray color with darker spots around the hinges. The hinges are positioned vertically, one on top of the other. The image is in black and white.

Artwork Details

Date
1700–1800
Medium
Wrought iron
Dimensions
347 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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