A very large antique cast bronze exterior doorknob set in Branford Lock Works’ “Ivy” pattern, designed by J. J. Kennedy and featured in the 1886 catalog.  More »

A very large antique cast bronze exterior doorknob set in Branford Lock Works’ “Ivy” pattern, designed by J. J. Kennedy and featured in the 1886 catalog. Probably the largest that we’ve seen, this remarkable door knob set features a dome shape and a concentric design, with stylized flowers and leaves on both the front and back. These Eastlake doorknobs have a lovely natural patina and include the connecting spindle and set screws. The larger doorknob is 2-5/8” wide and 2-3/8” deep; the smaller one is 2-3/8” wide and 2-1/4” deep. NDK64-RW   « Less

Antique Art Deco doorplates, dating from the 1920's or 1930's, with a ziggurat background and a raised almond-shaped center. Each doorplate is 1-1/8" wide and 7-1/8" long.  More »

Antique Art Deco doorplates, dating from the 1920's or 1930's, with a ziggurat background and a raised almond-shaped center. Each doorplate is 1-1/8" wide and 7-1/8" long. Condition of the finish varies as shown. THE PRICE IS FOR EACH DOORPLATE; THERE ARE 35 AVAILABLE.   « Less

A fabulous antique cast bronze mail slot, early 1900’s. This letter slot features a simple design with rounded corners, and the word “Letters” raised on a  More »

A fabulous antique cast bronze mail slot, early 1900’s. This letter slot features a simple design with rounded corners, and the word “Letters” raised on a textured background. The spring and screws have rust. The letter slot measures 7” by 2-3/8” overall, with an opening of 4-3/4” by 1-1/16”. NLS8-RW   « Less

An excellent antique cast brass beaded doorknob and matching doorplate in Sargent’s Louis XIV “Calvi” design, c. 1910. The set features a beaded,  More »

An excellent antique cast brass beaded doorknob and matching doorplate in Sargent’s Louis XIV “Calvi” design, c. 1910. The set features a beaded, oversized entry knob, and a sturdy cast brass backplate with a beaded border and a flower in each corner. The door knob takes a 3/8” spindle. The escutcheon plate is 3” wide and 10-1/2” long, and the doorknob is 2-1/2” in diameter and 2-1/4” deep. NDKS123   « Less

A stunning antique cast bronze exterior doorknob set in Russell and Erwin’s “Courtenay” design, patent dated 1890, with a signed R&E “Improved  More »

A stunning antique cast bronze exterior doorknob set in Russell and Erwin’s “Courtenay” design, patent dated 1890, with a signed R&E “Improved Columbia Lock.” The doorknob features an eye-catching fourfold design with a beaded center; the plate showcases exquisite casting with bead-and-reel trim, flowers, and acanthus leaves. The entire set has a gorgeous patina. This entry set includes a pair of doorknobs with the connecting spindle, a lock, doorplate, and doorknob escutcheon. The door knobs are 2-1/4” in diameter and 2-3/8” deep; the plate is 11-5/8” by 2-5/8”; and the rosette is 2-3/16” in diameter. The lock has a faceplate 1-1/4” by 6-1/2”, with an approx. 2-7/8” backset. NDKS128-RW   « Less

A superb antique Gothic Revival cast bronze doorknob and matching doorplate in P. & F. Corbin’s “Hampden” pattern. The doorknob features an elegant  More »

A superb antique Gothic Revival cast bronze doorknob and matching doorplate in P. & F. Corbin’s “Hampden” pattern. The doorknob features an elegant threefold trefoil design. The plate has an exquisitely cast design, with a Gothic arch flanked by columns and crowned with foliate detail. Both pieces have a beautiful patina. The door knob takes a 3/8” spindle; the escutcheon plate is 2-3/4” wide and 10” long, and the doorknob is 2-1/4” in diameter and 2” deep. NDKS124-RW   « Less

A beautiful antique cast bronze mail slot in Reading Hardware’s “Valence” design, circa 1900. This letter slot features a graceful design with rounded  More »

A beautiful antique cast bronze mail slot in Reading Hardware’s “Valence” design, circa 1900. This letter slot features a graceful design with rounded ends accented by acanthus leaves and a beveled border. The flap, also with oval ends, reads “Letters.” The back of the piece is signed “RHC” on one end and “Valence” on the other. The letter slot measures 8-5/8” by 2-1/4” overall, with an opening of 4-3/8” by 1”. The spring no longer functions, but the door stays closed with gravity. A matching exterior door hardware set is also available, item NDKS127-RW. If desired, we can clean this letter slot to the same finish as the door hardware set for an additional $5. NLS9-RW   « Less

A magnificent antique cast bronze exterior doorknob and matching doorplate in Sargent’s Louis XIV “Bergerac” pattern, late 1800's or early 1900's. The  More »

A magnificent antique cast bronze exterior doorknob and matching doorplate in Sargent’s Louis XIV “Bergerac” pattern, late 1800's or early 1900's. The backplate is signed Sargent & Co. The oversized doorknob features a beautiful laurel wreath design; the plate, unusually large, features an intricately cast design with a wreath, shells, volutes, and acanthus detail. These have a fantastic patina. The door knob takes a 3/8” spindle; the escutcheon plate is 3-3/8” wide and 12-5/8” long, and the doorknob is 2-1/2” in diameter and 2-1/4” deep. NDKS125-RW   « Less

An elegant antique cast bronze entry doorknob set in Reading Hardware’s “Valence” design, c. 1900. The doorplates feature a sleek beveled border, with a  More »

An elegant antique cast bronze entry doorknob set in Reading Hardware’s “Valence” design, c. 1900. The doorplates feature a sleek beveled border, with a circle at the top and bottom accented with acanthus leaves. The cast bronze knobs have an elegant repetition of the circle motif, also with a beveled border. This entry set includes a pair of doorknobs with the connecting spindle, a mortise lock with lock cylinder, and two doorplates. The larger door knob is 2-1/2” diameter and 2” deep; the smaller knob is 2-1/4” diameter and 2-1/8” deep. The lock has an approx. 2-3/4” backset, and its faceplate is 7-3/4” by 1-1/4”. The exterior doorplate is 12-3/4” by 3”, and the interior plate is 8-3/4” by 2-1/4”. A matching letter slot is also available, item # NLS9-RW. NDKS127-RW   « Less

Antique door plates with an angular art deco design, c. 1920's. These backplates measure approximately 1-3/4" wide by 5-5/8" tall. The condition of the finish on this  More »

Antique door plates with an angular art deco design, c. 1920's. These backplates measure approximately 1-3/4" wide by 5-5/8" tall. The condition of the finish on this hardware varies as shown. PRICE LISTED IS FOR EACH PLATE. 4 AVAILABLE.   « Less