Key with Wooden Holder

Date20th century

Mediumsteel, wood

Dimensionscase: 5 1/2 × 1 1/2 × 1 in. (14 × 3.8 × 2.5 cm)
key: 4 1/2 × 1 × 1/4 in. (11.4 × 2.5 × 0.6 cm)

ClassificationsTools, Implements & Weights

Credit LineAlbuquerque Museum, gift of Sylvia Ingalls for the Gatignol Estate

Object numberPC1978.96.32.A

DescriptionObject is a decorative steel key with a wooden carrying case. The key has a distinctively-shaped bow inlaid with two pearls towards the outer edges. The pearl on the left side of the key is missing. The shank of the key gradually widens towards the bottom and has two circular collars located on it. The bit is a flat metal tab with alternating square indents. The wooden carrying case has a similar, distinctive pattern carved out in the center, and can be accessed by rotating one of the sides away from the bottom of the case. The key is slightly tarnished but in good condition. The carrying case has more obvious corrosion with discolored stains visible throughout.

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