Door Knocker and Escutcheon
second half 18th century (made)
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Wrought iron door knocker and escutcheon chiselled with figures, masks and scrollwork. When the knocker handle is raised, the female on the handle kisses the male on the strap. The upper strap has been restored.
Object details
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| Parts | This object consists of 2 parts.
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| Materials and techniques | Wrought iron, chiselled |
| Brief description | Door knocker and escutcheon, wrought iron chiselled with figures, masks and scrollwork, restored upper strap, made in France, second half of the 18th century |
| Physical description | Wrought iron door knocker and escutcheon chiselled with figures, masks and scrollwork. When the knocker handle is raised, the female on the handle kisses the male on the strap. The upper strap has been restored. |
| Gallery label | DOOR KNOCKER & ESCUTCHEON
Wrought iron
France; second half of 16th century
4427-1859
Chiselled with figures, masks and scrollwork. The upper strap is restored. When the knocker handle is raised, the female on the handle kisses the male on the strap.(07/1994) |
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| Accession number | 4427&A-1858 |
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| Record created | June 24, 2009 |
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