This square brooch/pendant depicts traditional Iranian locks, which Tanavoli collects and studies, and in which he is a leading expert; it closely resembles his larger bronze sculpture Here No One Opens Any Gates (G1975.589), which Abby Grey also donated to NYU.
Medium
Silver
Dimensions
1 11/16 x 1 11/16 x 1/2 in.
Credit Line
Grey Art Gallery, New York University Art Collection
Donor
Abby Weed Grey Bequest
Object ID
G1983.28