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Model for a clasp of a book clasp with a vase in a medallion
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Model for a clasp of a book clasp with a vase in a medallion

anonymous · c. 1750 - c. 1775 · ciselure; cutting; drijven; copper (metal)

From the collection of Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Free to download, adapt and use — no permission needed.

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Model of red copper for a casting mold of a book lock clasp. The representation shows a vase in a medallion and is framed in a rococo ornament, formed by two large, inward-facing C-scrolls and below them two small, outward-facing C-scrolls. At the bottom a mask and in the upper corners two ram's heads. The top side is straight.

Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam’s own description
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modelboekslotklamp
Credit lineModel voor een klamp van een boekslot met een vaas in medaillon. c. 1750 - c. 1775. anonymous. Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Public domain.
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