Large Parisian Porte Cochere Knocker, Cast Iron, 5kg

Beautiful door knocker, a Louis XV model, cherubs and mascaron, which can still be found on place in Paris, from bronze or cast iron, for example 2 rue du Renard, IVe ardt. 18 rue du Cherche Midi, VIth ardt 33 rue Saint André des Arts VIth ardt;
It appears as an example in Plate 54 of “Models of locksmithing, chosen from the most remarkable Paris offers”, Gallica Bnf, 1826.
It is beautiful quality, it's ancient edition, 18th century, thread on back show it, the pivot hinge needs to be unlocked, (I don't have tools), the previous owner polished and varnished the visible side,
Dimensions: H:24cm. X 23cm x 13cm, weight: 4.8kg. see our detailed photos,
This object is for immediate purchase, payable by credit card or paypal. - eclectic - antique dealers since 1970, Siret: FR 24.430113233. Invoice and Certificate are attached to each of our shipments.