Sleutel
Unknown Artist
ca. 1700 - ca. 1800
Medium
iron (metal)
Dimensions
6.7; 2.5
About this artwork
On loan from the Koninklijk Oudheidkundig Genootschap
Art Historical Context
### Sleutel (Key) This modest yet intriguing iron key, titled *Sleutel*, dates to 1700–1800 and just 6.7 cm long by 2.5 cm wide. Crafted by an unknown artisan, it exemplifies the functional metalwork of the Dutch Golden Age's later phase, when everyday objects blended practicality with subtle craftsmanship. On loan from the Koninklijk Oudheidkundigootschap (Royal Society of Antiquaries it offers a tangible glimpse into 18th-century life in the Netherlands. Keys like this were essential for securing homes, chests, and cabinets amid a burgeoning merchant society. Iron, a durable and affordable...