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Hinge

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Two long, thin, metal hinges with pointed ends and decorative curved ends. The long, thin parts are flat with rounded edges and have four circular holes along their length. The decorative ends have a central curved piece with two curved protrusions on either side that resemble claws or talons. The metal appears weathered and has a dark gray color. The hinges are positioned vertically, one above the other, against a plain gray background. The top hinge is positioned with the curved end on the right; the bottom hinge is positioned the same. The hinges are titled "Hinge" by an artist not specified.

Artwork details

Date:
1700–1800
Medium:
Wrought iron
Dimensions:
572 × 625 px
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