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Jamb Hook

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Collection Type

  • Decorative arts

Date

1820-1850

GUSN

GUSN-59111

Description

Jamb hook with an oval backplate and a C-shaped hook. Affixed to the wall. One of a pair.

Details

Descriptive Terms

hooks (fasteners)
brass (alloy)
casting (process)
Fastener, Curtain
Hook, Curtain
Hook, Curtain

Associated Building

Original to Beauport, Sleeper-McCann House (Gloucester, Mass.),

Additional Identification Number

P443.1

Maker

Unknown

Dimensions

1 1/2 x 3 1/2 (HxD) (inches)

Credit Line

Gift of Constance McCann Betts, Helena Woolworth Guest and Frasier W. McCann

Accession Number

1942.4996.1

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