Some Hinges

The 1901 Book

W.J. Neatby (1860-1910)

1901

Booklet (of designs for prospective clients): 4 1/2" x 6"

Hinges might not seem to be very exciting, but, as depicted on p. 14 of the booklet, they were also decorative elements which lifted the otherwise completely unfussy lines of the furniture, and gave it a distinctive touch. — Jacqueline Banerjee

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