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Latch, Bar, and Catch

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image titled "Latch, Bar, and Catch" by unknown artist depicts three pieces of metal hardware. The piece on the left is a long, thin piece of metal with a hook-like end on the left and a flat end on the right. The middle piece is a long, thin rectangle with a mushroom-shaped top. The piece on the right is a dark-colored, curved metal object with a pointed top and a flat piece extending from its center. The curved piece on the right resembles a hook or a catch. All three pieces are displayed against a plain white background. The image is in black and white.

Artwork details

Date:
1700–1800
Medium:
Wrought iron
Culture:
American
Dimensions:
501 × 624 px
Museum record:
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