Hook
- Object Name:
- Hook
- Object ID:
- 1967.047.24.2
- Description:
- Jamb hook. Cast brass. Hook consists of open circle of stock that tapers at both ends. Width 0.5", thickness 0.26". A rib on outside surface. At back, edge turns toward back. Horizontal diameter: 1.9". Opening at top: 1.3". Flattened hexagonal arm that connects loop with backing plate. Side surfaces flat and top two surfaces and bottom two surfaces slightly rounded. Arm assuaged into a hole in oval backing plate, 2.6" wide and 1.4" high. Edges beveled. Front surface flat. Back surface recessed with sand-cast finish. Beveled holes on either side near edge. Holes 0.26" diameter. Surfaces polished and lacquered. Some discoloration in the lacquer.
- Material:
- Metal
Brass - Dimensions:
- H-2.8 W-2.6 D-3.5 inches Weight-5.25 oz
- Provenance:
- From the Rock-Millen family of Lebanon, NH.
- Credit Line:
- Gift of Ethel Rock Millen
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