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Tinder Box

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black and white image. Two cylindrical objects side by side on white background. Objects are made of metal, have flat tops and rounded bases. Each object has short, thick handle in center of top. Left object is plain. Right object has small loop handle on right side. Both objects show signs of wear and tear. Artist: Joseph Cornell. Title: Tinder Box.

Artwork Details

Date
1700–1800
Medium
Tin
Dimensions
599 × 457 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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