Object number
57/416/1-2
Description
These two identical hinges were found in an outbuilding on the Encombe estate at Corfe Castle, Dorset. They are thought to be German crafstmanship and probably date from the seventeenth century.
Physical description
2 hinges: metal
Archival history
MERL ‘Associated information’ form – 'Hinge // "Probably German craftsmanship and seventeenth century date" J.W.A. // Two identical hingers. // [pencil sketches]', Letter, R. J. Stephens to MERL, 18 November 1957 - 'Please find enclosed an unidentified implement and parts of a box. Both were found in outbuildings attached to the Encombe estate.'
Production place
Germany
Production date
1600-01-01 - 1699-12-31
Production period
Seventeenth century
Object name
Material
Associated subject
External document
- L:\MERL\Objects\JISC 2012\60 series negatives\60_3550.tif - High resolution image