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Hinge

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black and white photograph of medieval door hinges, titled "Hinge" by an unknown artist. Two metal hinges with a textured surface and rivets, each resembling a stylized snake or dragon with a pointed tongue. The hinges have two curved sections forming the body with a central link, and two protruding spikes. The left hinge faces left, the right hinge faces right. The background is plain and light gray.

Artwork Details

Date
1700–1800
Medium
Wrought iron
Dimensions
600 × 413 px
Public Domain
Yes
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