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Jamb Hook

Date

1768-1799

GUSN

GUSN-3919

Description

Jambhook with oval support holding curved hook.

Details

Descriptive Terms

hooks (fasteners)
jambs (opening components)
brass (alloy)
Accessory, Fireplace
Accessory, Fireplace

Associated Building

Original to Sayward-Wheeler House (York Harbor, Me.),

Maker

Unknown

Dimensions

2 5/8 x 3 1/4 (HxW) (inches)

Credit Line

Gift of the heirs of Elizabeth Cheever Wheeler

Accession Number

1977.261AB

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