Key Handle

Roman

1st–7th century

Not on view

Artwork Details

Overview

Provenance

Title: Key Handle
Date: 1st–7th century
Culture: Roman
Medium: Copper alloy
Dimensions: Overall: 2 3/16 x 13/16 in. (5.6 x 2.1 cm)
Classification: Metalwork-Bronze
Credit Line: Purchase, De Souhami Collection, Rogers Fund, 1906
Object Number: 06.176.52
Curatorial Department: Medieval Art and The Cloisters

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