French key, c16, iron

Corkscrew designed like an old-fashioned key, with a pierced, scrollwork "bow” handle in a warm brass tone. A steel spiral worm extends from the stem, and a separate cylindrical sleeve with a small flat bracket/stop sits over one end, suggesting a protective cover or part of the opening mechanism. The surfaces show age and use—tarnish, fine scratches, small nicks, and spots of greenish oxidation around the collar and cut-out handle.

Key Date: 15th century Culture: German | The Metropolitan Museum of Art

A vintage-inspired ornate brass key with elegant antique details and a timeless old-world charm. The warm golden tone and classic European design create a refined collectible aesthetic perfect for vintage decor, journaling inspiration, and nostalgic ephemera lovers.

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