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LOT 1528

Georgian Iron Door Knocker

18TH-19TH CENTURY A.D.

8 1/4 in. (771 grams, 21 cm).

Formed as a left hand holding an apple(?) with a rouched cuff, hinge with lateral rosettes, securing rod with screw thread, washer and nut. [No Reserve]

Provenance

Acquired on the UK art market.
Property of a European gentleman living in London.

CONDITION

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LOT 1528

Georgian Iron Door Knocker

Sold for (Inc. bp): £111

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