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Escutcheon

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black and white image of "Escutcheon" by an unknown artist. The image shows six identical ornate metal pieces arranged in a row. Each piece is long and narrow with a central keyhole surrounded by curved, floral-like patterns and a heart-shaped cutout. The pieces are symmetrical, with the top and bottom featuring leaf-like designs. The background is a gradient of white to dark gray.

Artwork details

Date:
1730–70
Medium:
Wrought iron
Culture:
American
Dimensions:
599 × 378 px
Museum record:
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