Roman Bronze Key Door-Lock Bolt nepal small in size

small in size

An exceptional and finely crafted stoneware lidded bowl

embodies the Ogoni’s deep connection between art

The vessel is covered in a coarse brownish gray glaze   with a red inclusions

Roman Bronze Key Door-Lock Bolt nepal small in sizeRoman Empire, c. 100200 AD A fascinating cast bronze door lock bolt from ancient Rome, once part of the locking mechanism of a wooden door. The bolt would slide back and forth to secure or release the door, operated only by the correct key. The small perforations of varying shapes corresponded precisely to the wards on the matching keyan ingenious system preventing unauthorized access. Early Roman keys demonstrated remarkable technical sophistication