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1925

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Keyhole Escutcheon (France)

This is a Keyhole escutcheon. It is dated ca. 1750 and we acquired it in 1925. Its medium is gilt bronze. It is a part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts department.

This object was donated by Advisory Council. It is credited Purchased for the Museum by the Advisory Council.

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Keyhole Escutcheon (France); gilt bronze; Purchased for the Museum by the Advisory Council; 1925-1-34

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