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Two hinges found in an outbuilding on the Encombe estate at Corfe Castle, Dorset. Thought to be German and probably date from the 17th C..
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.

2 hinges: metal

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.'

Germany

1600-01-01 - 1699-12-31

Seventeenth century