Knocker and Escutcheon
ca. 1716 (made)
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Wrought iron door knocker and escutcheon, probably a restoration of an earlier 17th century knocker, as the plate dates to this period. This is an early example of the survival of the Gothic style.
Object details
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| Parts | This object consists of 3 parts.
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| Materials and techniques | Wrought iron |
| Brief description | Knocker and escutcheon, wrought iron, made in Spain ca. 1716 (nut dated 1716) |
| Physical description | Wrought iron door knocker and escutcheon, probably a restoration of an earlier 17th century knocker, as the plate dates to this period. This is an early example of the survival of the Gothic style. |
| Gallery label | KNOCKER
Wrought iron
Spain; nut dated 1716.
Given by Dr W.L. Hildburgh, F.S.A.
M.56-1929
Probably a restoration of an earlier 17th century knocker, as the plate dates to this period. This is an early example of the survival of the Gothic style(07/1994) |
| Credit line | Given by Dr W. L. Hildburgh FSA |
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| Accession number | M.56:1, 2-1929 |
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| Record created | June 24, 2009 |
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