Latch Collection

Rat Tat Tat by Muriel Dawson
A sweet and engaging little girl in a red dress and wide-brimmed sun hat, opens a door using an old-fashioned latch

From a Window at Kelmscott Manor, 1896 (platinum print)
STC176428 From a Window at Kelmscott Manor, 1896 (platinum print) by Evans, Frederick Henry (1853-1943); 18.8x12.9 cm; Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; British, out of copyright

An improved form of a window latch, 1850
3330953 An improved form of a window latch, 1850; (add.info.: Illustration depicting an improved form of a window latch for sash windows. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Latch, c. 1936. Creator: John R. Towers
Latch, c. 1936

Wood Box or Chest, c. 1937. Creator: Carol Larson
Wood Box or Chest, c. 1937

Latch Plate, c. 1936. Creator: Francis Law Durand
Latch Plate, c. 1936

Cast Iron Knocker/Latch, c. 1936. Creator: Al Curry
Cast Iron Knocker/Latch, c. 1936

Painted Box, c. 1953. Creator: Douglas Cox
Painted Box, c. 1953

Wrought Iron Latch, c. 1938. Creator: Lucien Verbeke
Wrought Iron Latch, c. 1938

Shutter Stay, 1935/1942. Creator: Floyd R. Sharp
Shutter Stay, 1935/1942

Handle, c. 1939. Creator: Bernard Westmacott
Handle, c. 1939

Door Handle, c. 1938. Creator: Maurice Van Felix
Door Handle, c. 1938

Garden Gate Latch, c. 1940. Creator: Maurice Van Felix
Garden Gate Latch, c. 1940

Iron Shutter Latch, c. 1939. Creator: William Paul Childers
Iron Shutter Latch, c. 1939

Latch for Double Swing Gate, c. 1939. Creator: Maurice Van Felix
Latch for Double Swing Gate, c. 1939

Bolt of a door Tuscany. Date of Photograph:03/1962

Senufo Door for Grain Store, Ivory Coast (wood) (see also 186309)
HSC186308 Senufo Door for Grain Store, Ivory Coast (wood) (see also 186309) by African School; Private Collection; Photo © Heini Schneebeli

Latch, c. 1937. Creator: Mildred Ford
Latch, c. 1937

Attic Door Latch, c. 1936. Creator: James M. Lawson
Attic Door Latch, c. 1936

Combination Latch / Lock, c. 1936. Creator: James M. Lawson
Combination Latch/Lock, c. 1936

Usa, California. Old latch and bolt, ghost town of Bodie

Door Latch, 1935 / 1942. Creator: Franklyn Syres
Door Latch, 1935/1942

Latch, c. 1936. Creator: John R. Towers
Latch, c. 1936

Hanging Closet, c. 1940. Creator: Ernest A Towers Jr
Hanging Closet, c. 1940

Bar Latch, c. 1936. Creator: Jack Staloff
Bar Latch, c. 1936

Door Latch and Handle, c. 1939. Creator: Paul Poffinbarger
Door Latch and Handle, c. 1939

Shaker Door Latch, 1935 / 1942. Creator: Elbert S. Mowery
Shaker Door Latch, 1935/1942

Pa. German Box, c. 1937. Creator: Frances Lichten
Pa. German Box, c. 1937

Handled Door Latch, 1940. Creator: Alexander Anderson
Handled Door Latch, 1940

Norfolk Latch, c. 1939. Creator: Henrietta S. Hukill
Norfolk Latch, c. 1939

Chest, c. 1936. Creator: Frances Lichten
Chest, c. 1936

Suffolk Latch, c. 1939. Creator: Regina Henderer
Suffolk Latch, c. 1939

Hardware Details (of doors), c. 1940. Creator: Geoffrey Holt
Hardware Details (of doors), c. 1940

Doors (Inside View), c. 1939. Creator: Geoffrey Holt
Doors (Inside View), c. 1939

Latch, 1935 / 1942. Creator: Geoffrey Holt
Latch, 1935/1942

Wrought Iron Latch Lock, c. 1936. Creator: Henry Meyers
Wrought Iron Latch Lock, c. 1936

Window Shutters and Details, c. 1939. Creator: William Kieckhofel
Window Shutters and Details, c. 1939

Drawer Pulls and Key Plate, c. 1936. Creator: Philip Johnson
Drawer Pulls and Key Plate, c. 1936

Wrought Iron Lock, 1936. Creator: J. Howard Iams
Wrought Iron Lock, 1936

Norfolk Latch, c. 1939. Creator: Samuel W. Ford
Norfolk Latch, c. 1939

Italy, Tuscany. Old blue door with iron latch in a village in Tuscany

Mr Tompkins Atonement (engraving)
1624912 Mr Tompkins Atonement (engraving) by Dadd, S.T. (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mr Tompkins Atonement)

Key with tag, Christmas Card (chromolitho)
730655 Key with tag, Christmas Card (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Key with tag, Christmas Card.); Look and Learn / Valerie Jackson Harris Collection

The People of Egypt (engraving)
1622066 The People of Egypt (engraving) by Loye, Charles Auguste (Montbard) (1841-1905); Private Collection; (add.info.: The People of Egypt)

Cross Patch, lift the latch (colour litho)
3631210 Cross Patch, lift the latch (colour litho) by Greenaway, Kate (1846-1901) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cross Patch, lift the latch)

Patron, or cartridge box, c. 1600 (steel, wood, brass & leather)
490917 Patron, or cartridge box, c.1600 (steel, wood, brass & leather) by German School, (17th century); 14x8.9 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L

Page from metalwork catalogue: Cylinder latch blanks and keys (litho)
6005870 Page from metalwork catalogue: Cylinder latch blanks and keys (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cylinder latch blanks and keys)

Latches, 1935 / 1942. Creator: Al Curry
Latches, 1935/1942

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"Latch: A Journey Through Time and Culture" Step into the world of latches, where each one tells a unique story. From the rhythmic beats of "Rat Tat Tat" by Muriel Dawson to the serene view captured in "From a Window at Kelmscott Manor, 1896, " we embark on an exploration of this humble yet essential object. Traveling to Ivory Coast, we encounter the Senufo Door for Grain Store, crafted with intricate woodwork that reflects the rich cultural heritage. Moving forward in time, we discover Mildred Ford's elegant creation - Latch from 1937 - showcasing timeless craftsmanship. James M. Lawson takes us further back with his creations: Attic Door Latch and Combination Latch/Lock from 1936. These pieces demonstrate both functionality and ingenuity as they secure spaces while adding aesthetic charm. In California's ghost town of Bodie, an old latch and bolt stand as silent witnesses to a forgotten era. The weathered surfaces whisper tales of resilience amidst desolation. Franklyn Syres' Door Latch from 1935/1942 introduces us to a fusion of classic design elements with modern sensibilities. Meanwhile, John R. Towers' latch captivates with its simplicity yet undeniable elegance. Ernest A Towers Jr invites us into his Hanging Closet from circa 1940 – a space where secrets are kept hidden behind closed doors but accessible through carefully designed latches. Jack Staloff's Bar Latch transports us back to the past once more; its sturdy construction evokes images of rustic barns and country living. Finally, Paul Poffinbarger's Door Latch and Handle from circa 1939 beckon us towards new beginnings as we turn knobs and open doors into uncharted territories. Through these diverse latches spanning different eras and cultures, we realize that beyond their practical purpose lies an art form that connects us to our past, present, and future.