Ornament Designs for Hinges
Medium
Classification
Department
Smithsonian Collection
Museum
Smithsonian American Art Museum
Credit
Purchased for the Museum by the Advisory Council
Accession Number
1921-6-262-14
About this artwork
Research in Progress
Art Historical Context
**Ornament Designs for Hinges** *Jean Louis Durant (Swiss, 1654–1718), ca. 1682* Print; Smithsonian American Art Museum Created around 1682 by Swiss artist Jean Louis Durant, *Ornament Designs for Hinges* exemplifies the intricate world of 17th-century decorative arts. Durant, active during the Baroque era, specialized in patterns that bridged fine art and craftsmanship. This print likely served as a model sheet for artisans crafting metal hinges—essential hardware for furniture, doors, and cabinets—infusing everyday objects with elegant flourishes. In an age when opulent interiors defi...