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19th Century Brass Hand Door Knocker Doctors Near Highgrove (1 of 44)
Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD
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Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD are worldwide reputable family business Fine Art Brokers & gallery dealers, antiques & collectibles business based in Cheshire, by Chester. Certified member of the Fine Art Trade Guild. “Open Online Exclusively· Virtual Viewings by Appointment”. We sell to the public & trade, art agents, galleries, tv, film theatre, studios, prop shops, interior designers & celebrities. Our ethos is simplistic sourcing historical exceptional quality authentic stock around Europe that represents superb value for money, with strong investment prospects. We offer our clients exceptional professional customer service. Registered Office Address Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD 71-75 Shelton Street, Covent Garden, London, United Kingdom, WC2H 9JQ Company Number 15666518. GB VAT registration number 466128775. We can accept online card payments up to a maximum of £5000 any amounts over this must be paid by bank wire transfer only. In person card payments are not accepted due to insurance requirements & payment providers charging us and not returning the processing transaction fee even if an order is fraudulent, cancelled or returned. We can email you a proforma invoice with our bank details upon request. We specialise in sourcing and offering for sale British & European paintings works of art 17th to 20th century from the United Kingdom & Europe, especially portraits, marine ships, animals, hunting, still life & landscapes. We strongly believe in sustainability, antique furniture is Green & environmentally friendly confirmed by Carbon Clear, we are playing our part helping the environment by making customers aware that buying loved used Upcycled furnishings helps the world. No trees are being cut down to make antique furniture unlike the modern equivalent. Antique furniture is unique & stylish, the designs never go out of fashion and offer unique look to your home interior. The simple elegance in furniture design will not only fit into traditional homes but can also look amazing in contemporary setting. We offer our clients exceptional professional friendly customer service. We offer worldwide shipping please ask for a quote today. Book online virtual viewing appointment. Online sellers specialising in selling artworks, sculptures, oil paintings, portraits, maritime marine, landscapes, still life, home interiors, beautiful antiques, vintage & original furniture 18th to 20th century. Bronzes & sculptures, office desks & seating furniture, chairs, sofas, & footstools. Coffee, side occasional & centre tables, chests & trunks. Stylish bookcases, display stands. Sideboards, dressers & cabinets. Hallmarked silverware, clocks & carvings. Collectible Chinese porcelain, vases, ornaments, glassware & ceramics. Attractive large fancy mirrors, appealing enamel signs, plaques & wall hangings. Garden stone ornaments & Architectural water features. Purchasing methods we accept bank wire transfer, cash on collection accepted. We offer UK domestic & worldwide shipping is available please ask for a quote today. We take exceptional care in your goods being securely wrapped & packed and are insured with tracked courier delivery services, with prompt delivery to you. Customs Payment & Brexit Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD operates on a Delivery Duty Unpaid (DDU) basis which means that the International buyer is responsible for any import duties, taxes & customs clearance and any other charges which may be necessary to release an order from international customs. Following the UK leaving the EU on 1st January 2021 (BREXIT) there have been some changes to customs & duty charges for EU customers. Tax and import duty varies from country to country so we recommend you check with your local tax office to see if any fees will be payable. If the customer refuses to pay any duty and customs charges and the parcel is returned to sender all shipping charges will be deducted from any refund.
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LoveAntiques Dealersince Mar 2017Approved item512 sales by dealerFree Delivery

19th Century Brass Hand Door Knocker Doctors Near Highgrove

REF: LA550118
£950
€1,085
$1,255
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LoveAntiques Dealersince Mar 2017Approved item512 sales by dealerFree Delivery
Description
Victorian Brass Doctor’s Door Knocker c.1860 – Hand Holding Bar with Scallop Shell Backplate – Original Bolts – Sourced Near Highgrove, England 🏛️ Description A striking and highly collectible Mid Victorian solid brass Doctor’s door knocker, dating to around c.1860, beautifully modelled as a finely sculpted lady’s hand clasping a horizontal bar, striking against its original scallop shell backplate. This substantial example (approx. 0.8 kg) exemplifies authentic 19th-century craftsmanship, with elegant sculptural details such as defined knuckles, a ring on the finger, decorative cuff, and a Rococo-influenced shell striker plate. Smooth in operation with a clear, resonant knock, it remains complete with its original threaded through-door fixing bolts, ready for installation. ✨ Key Features Mid Victorian period, circa 1860 Classic Doctor’s knocker design – hand grasping a horizontal bar Original scallop shell striker plate with radiating detail Solid cast brass construction – approx. 0.8 kg (1.8 lbs) Includes original Victorian fixing bolts Smooth hinge action with strong, loud strike By repute sourced from a doctor’s residence near Highgrove, Gloucestershire, England 📏 Dimensions Measurement Size Height 17.3 cm (6.8″) Width 8.5 cm (3.3″) Depth/Projection 11.5 cm (4.5″) 📜 Historical Significance – The “Doctor’s Door Knocker” In Victorian Britain, physicians often used distinctive knockers to make their homes easily identifiable in emergencies. This horizontal bar style became known as the Doctor’s knocker, valued for its clarity and volume. The female hand motif reflects Victorian romantic and European symbolism, while the scallop shell—a symbol of protection, pilgrimage, and welcome—adds classical meaning and elegance. 🏰 Provenance Reputedly salvaged from a Victorian doctor’s residence near Highgrove House, Gloucestershire, and acquired via a respected southern shires antiques dealer with a history of supplying fittings to distinguished country estates. 💬 Why Collectors Prize This Example ✅ Genuine Mid Victorian piece – not a reproduction ✅ Complete with original shell striker and bolts (often missing on others) ✅ Excellent sculptural fidelity and refined casting ✅ Highly decorative yet fully functional ✅ Ideal for period restoration, statement hardware, or curated display 🎁 Ideal For ✔ Heritage home restoration ✔ Architectural salvage & design schemes ✔ Antique brass and hardware collectors ✔ High-end interior styling ✔ Decorative display in refined environments Available exclusively through Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD — Inquire now to secure this piece.
measurements
Height:
17.3 cm
Width:
8.5 cm
Depth:
11.5 mm
declaration
Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD has clarified that the 19th Century Brass Hand Door Knocker Doctors Near Highgrove (LA550118) is genuinely of the period declared with the date/period of manufacture being c.1860
condition
✅ Condition Authentic antique condition with natural wear and beautifully aged patina No cracks, breaks, or repairs Polished highlights with expected marks from age and handling Smooth action and solid strike Original bolts and shell striker plate intact and present Fully functional and ready for immediate fitting to a period or contemporary door.
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This 19th Century Brass Hand Door Knocker Doctors Near Highgrove is located in Greater London, United Kingdom
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