Antique Door hardware - 1850-1900 - antique door handle set

Antique French door hardware in cast iron – Napoleon III / Neo-Renaissance style (2-piece set) – France, ca. 1880
Pair of noble, antique door fittings made of solid cast iron, manufactured in France at the end of the 19th century. The set consists of two ornate long escutcheons and two artistically crafted knobs. The handles feature a finely wrought head motif (putto/mascaron), which elegantly flows into classic volutes – typical for the French Neo-Renaissance style. Substantial composition in authentic, unrestored condition with pronounced, charming rust patina. Perfect for historical restoration projects or as a collector’s item.
Condition see photos.