Sleutel
Unknown Artist
c. 1500 - c. 1600
Medium
iron (metal)
Dimensions
11.4; 2.8
About this artwork
"Venetiaansche sleutel" met roos in de ronde greep, bekroond door een oogje. De sleutel moet later bijgevijld en de baard een nieuwe vorm gegeven zijn.
Art Historical Context
### Sleutel (Key), c. 1500–1600 This charming iron key, known as a "Venetiaansche sleutel" or Venetian key, dates to the Renaissance era (c. 1500–1600) and measures a compact 11.4 cm long by 2.8 cm wide. Crafted from durable iron—a practical choice for everyday security in an age of wooden doors and bustling trade ports—its round handle features a delicate rose motif, topped by a small eye or loop for easy handling or attachment. Such decorative elements elevated functional objects into subtle works of art, reflecting the era's blend of utility and ornamentation. Hailing from Venice, a thriv...