Door lock

 

Central Europe, 17th century

 

Malleable iron. Cup-shaped lock case with hammered edges terminating in a trefoil. The wire key guide on the front is curled into spirals and decorated with acanthus leaves. Bolt-locking mechanism with a double octagonal key case, allowing it to be unlocked from both sides. Decorated with grooving.

H: 14.5 cm / L: 28 cm

UMP 3247