Key, 15th–16th century, German, Iron, Overall: 5 7/8 x 2 1/2 x 1 9/16 in. (15 x x cm), Metalwork-Iron, The decoration

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Key, 15th–16th century, German, Iron, Overall: 5 7/8 x 2 1/2 x 1 9/16 in. (15 x x cm), Metalwork-Iron, The decoration of Gothic iron locks and keys was often elaborate and of the highest standard of workmanship. The motifs were frequently drawn from Gothic architecture, reproducing on a miniature scale complicated tracery patterns and even tiny statuettes

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