Key - Long, from the door, German
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This German wrought-iron door key, with an oval bow and pierced shaft, dates to around 1600–1650.
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Antique German wrought iron door key with oval ring and pierced stem - 17th century
Long door key from a German-speaking area in wrought iron, with a simple oval ring, collar with multiple turned rings, and a cylindrical shank with a pierced stem. The bolt, smaller in size compared to the length, is set back from the end of the shank and worked as a pierced work with an H-shaped design, with overlapping cuts, which is clearly visible in backlighting in the photos.
The surface has a dark patina slightly browned from use and time.
By form and workmanship it is datable roughly to the XVII century. The indicated period is an estimate based on form, workmanship and materials.
DETAILS
- Type: wrought iron door key German
- Material: wrought iron
- Era: 17th century
- Length: 15 cm
- Maximum width: 4.5 cm
- Weight: 52 g
- Handle: oval ring
- Bolt: H-pierced
- Shank: pierced barrel
- Area: Germany
- Function: functional key
CONDITION
Overall excellent condition for age, with the natural patina of wrought iron and normal signs of time. The key is functional. No known restorations. Please look carefully at all photos, which are part of the description.
SHIPPING
Professionally packaged item, shipped with insured and trackable courier.
Antique German wrought iron door key with oval ring and pierced stem - 17th century
Long door key from a German-speaking area in wrought iron, with a simple oval ring, collar with multiple turned rings, and a cylindrical shank with a pierced stem. The bolt, smaller in size compared to the length, is set back from the end of the shank and worked as a pierced work with an H-shaped design, with overlapping cuts, which is clearly visible in backlighting in the photos.
The surface has a dark patina slightly browned from use and time.
By form and workmanship it is datable roughly to the XVII century. The indicated period is an estimate based on form, workmanship and materials.
DETAILS
- Type: wrought iron door key German
- Material: wrought iron
- Era: 17th century
- Length: 15 cm
- Maximum width: 4.5 cm
- Weight: 52 g
- Handle: oval ring
- Bolt: H-pierced
- Shank: pierced barrel
- Area: Germany
- Function: functional key
CONDITION
Overall excellent condition for age, with the natural patina of wrought iron and normal signs of time. The key is functional. No known restorations. Please look carefully at all photos, which are part of the description.
SHIPPING
Professionally packaged item, shipped with insured and trackable courier.
Details
Era
1400-1900
Weight
52 g
Iron type
Wrought iron
Number of objects
1
Country of Origin
Germany
Material
Iron
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Height
15 cm
Width
4.5 cm
Depth
1 cm
Estimated period
1600-1650
Title additional information
Long, from the door, German
