Sleutel
Unknown Artist
ca. 1400 - ca. 1950
Medium
bronze (metal)
Dimensions
8; 2.3
About this artwork
lengte 8 cm x breedte 2,3 cm
Art Historical Context
Behold the intriguing artifact known as *Sleutel*, a key crafted by an unknown artist sometime between circa 1400 and 1950. Measuring a compact 8 cm in length and 2.3 cm in width, thisutive object belies its potential historical weight. In Dutch, "sleutel simply means "key," evoking everyday utility while hinting at deeper symbolism—keys have long represented access, authority, and guardianship across cultures. Bronze, a durable alloy of copper and tin, was a favored medium for functional metalwork from the medieval era through the industrial age, prized for its corrosion resistance and abili...