Door knocker - 1850-1900 - Hand with ring
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Cast iron hand-shaped door bolt with ring, dating to circa 1850–1900; weight 492 g, dimensions 14.5 × 5 × 4 cm; condition: reasonable, very used and possibly with some small parts missing.
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Old Aldraba of Porta in Cast Iron - Hand Shape - 492g - circa 1880/1900
Authentic and heavy period door knocker, representing the classic motif of the 'hand holding the sphere.' This piece is a genuine example of architectural hardware from the turn of the 19th to the 20th century, characterized by its robustness and sculptural detail. Weighing nearly half a kilogram, it is a solid piece. It features the original characteristic of having a ring on the ring finger.
Dimensions and Weight
Length: 14.5 cm
Width: 5 cm
Depth: 4 cm
Weight: 492 g
Condition: Piece in the original 'as found' state. It shows oxidation and patina across the entire surface, which proves its antiquity and prolonged exposure. The strike mechanism remains functional and solid. It includes the original square-thread fixing screw.
Old Aldraba of Porta in Cast Iron - Hand Shape - 492g - circa 1880/1900
Authentic and heavy period door knocker, representing the classic motif of the 'hand holding the sphere.' This piece is a genuine example of architectural hardware from the turn of the 19th to the 20th century, characterized by its robustness and sculptural detail. Weighing nearly half a kilogram, it is a solid piece. It features the original characteristic of having a ring on the ring finger.
Dimensions and Weight
Length: 14.5 cm
Width: 5 cm
Depth: 4 cm
Weight: 492 g
Condition: Piece in the original 'as found' state. It shows oxidation and patina across the entire surface, which proves its antiquity and prolonged exposure. The strike mechanism remains functional and solid. It includes the original square-thread fixing screw.
Details
Era
1400-1900
Weight
492 g
Title additional information
Hand with ring
No. of items
1
Material
Iron
Country of Origin
France
Condition
Fair condition - heavily used & with possibly minor parts missing
Height
14.5 cm
Width
5 cm
Depth
4 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
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