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Jamb Hook

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black door handles, two in number, made of metal. Each handle has a long, thin base ending in a small hole. The base curves outwards and upwards into a thin neck topped with a sphere. A curved handle extends outwards from the neck. The background is a plain gray color. The artist and title are "Jamb Hook".

Artwork Details

Date
1750–65
Medium
Bell metal, possibly iron
Dimensions
599 × 404 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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