Key
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Key

TitleKey
Date15th–16th century 15th century
MediumIron
ClassificationMetalwork-Iron
OriginGerman German
Holding institutionThe Metropolitan Museum of Art
Credit lineGift of Giovanni P. Morosini, presented by his daughter Giulia, 1932
RightsPublic domain (CC0). Free to use for any purpose.

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“Key” is a work of unattributed authorship, dated 15th–16th century. It is executed in iron and classified as metalwork-iron. This work is in the public domain (CC0), so the image may be downloaded and reused for any purpose without permission (see the licence note below).

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