Roman Bronze Key Door-Lock Bolt nepal emphasizing both its ceremonial and

emphasizing both its ceremonial and utilitarian aspects

embodies the Ogoni’s deep connection between art

They also played a role in ritual practice

small in size

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Roman Bronze Key Door-Lock Bolt nepal emphasizing both its ceremonial andRoman 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