Museum Collections
Luce Center
Padlock and key
Object Number:
Z.1931ab
Date:
1800-1900
Medium:
Steel, enamel
Dimensions:
Part (padlock): 1 1/2 x 1 1/4 x 1/2 in. (3.8 x 3.2 x 1.3 cm)
Part (key): 1 1/4 x 7/8 x 1/8 in. (3.2 x 2.2 x 0.3 cm)
Description:
Heart-shaped steel padlock enameled red with bronze swinging cover over keyhole; C-shaped steel shackle on top hinged on one side;. Steel key with oval loop, hollow cylindrical shaft and pierced rectangular block.
Credit Line:
Gift Walter S. Poor
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.