Antiguo Manija/pomo de puerta - French Brass Pull Handle – Paris - 1850 - 1900

Antigue French Brass Door / Pull Handle with great patina – Paris, c. 1875
In excellent condition – No reserve.

Exceptional antique French architectural hardware, originating from an old residential property in Paris dating from around 1875.
This impressive brass door or pull handle is a true eye-catcher, featuring a beautifully fluted cylindrical grip, turned decorative collars and substantial curved supports. The heavy construction gives it a remarkably solid and sturdy feel.

The highlight is the wonderful original aged patina, with rich golden brass tones, darker areas and natural green verdigris developed over many decades. The patina gives the piece enormous character and makes it particularly attractive as a decorative architectural object.

A beautiful and authentic piece of 19th-century French building hardware, suitable for restoration projects, period interiors or simply displayed as a sculptural decorative object.

Details / Specifications
Period: Approximately 1875 (approximately 150 years old)
Origin: Paris, France
Material: Brass
Type: Antique door / pull handle
Approx. length: 37.5 cm
Approx. width: 4 cm
Approx. depth: 7.5 cm
Approx. handle diameter: 3 cm
Approx. weight: 750 g
Condition: Excellent antique condition with wonderful original patina and signs of age
Provenance: Removed from an old Parisian residence dating from around 1875

Historical context
French architectural hardware of the late 19th century was often produced with considerable attention to both durability and decoration. Handles such as this were designed as functional elements while also contributing to the character of prestigious residential interiors. Its substantial construction and surviving aged surface make this an especially appealing example.

A high-end quality and highly decorative piece of antique French architectural hardware, ready to become a striking feature in a period or eclectic interior.