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Hinge

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black and white image of metal hinges. Two identical metal hinges are pictured, one on top of the other. The hinges are made of dark metal with a rough texture and visible signs of wear and tear. Each hinge is shaped like a bow tie, with two curved ends that taper to a point. The hinges have a central pin connecting the two sides. There are four holes on each hinge, one in each corner. The background is a plain gray surface. Title: Hinge. Artist not specified.

Artwork details

Date:
1700–1800
Medium:
Wrought iron
Culture:
American
Dimensions:
600 × 519 px
Museum record:
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