Key, 16th century, French, Iron, Overall: 3 3/8 x 1 7/16 x 1 in. (8.5 x 3.7 x 2.5 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.
Key, 16th century, French, Iron, Overall: 3 3/8 x 1 7/16 x 1 in. (8.5 x 3.7 x 2.5 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