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Key

This is a Key. It is dated ca. 1775 and we acquired it in 1910. Its medium is fire-gilt bronze. It is a part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts department.

This object was donated by Advisory Council. It is credited Purchased for the Museum by the Advisory Council.

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Key; fire-gilt bronze; Purchased for the Museum by the Advisory Council; 1910-30-44

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