Strap Hinge

European

15th–16th century

Not on view

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Title: Strap Hinge
Date: 15th–16th century
Culture: European
Medium: Iron
Dimensions: Overall: 13 3/4 x 1 1/2 in. (34.9 x 3.8 cm)
Classification: Metalwork-Iron
Credit Line: The Cloisters Collection, 1955
Object Number: 55.61.62
Curatorial Department: Medieval Art and The Cloisters

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