Mallory Wheeler Arabic Doorknob

Description

Mallory Wheeler Arabic Doorknob

Bronze doorknob by Mallory Wheeler. Arabic design. Cir. 1890. There were a few variations of this design offered. This variation has stylized arabic script characters in the center with the decoration extending around to the back of the knob. The doorknob measures 2 1/4″ diam.

Excellent condition with nice patina. Very minor scratching on flat surface of characters.

This is an antique item and may show wear due to age. This may include scratches, pitting, patina, finish loss, rust or other general wear. We attempt to include any significant damage beyond regular wear within the description. We make every effort to clean as much paint, dirt and rust off of items while still leaving as much of the original patina as possible. Photos shown are of actual item you will receive.

This item may be shippable.

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Mallory Wheeler

Mallory Wheeler began in 1834 in New Haven Conn. Under the name Pierpont & Hotchkiss. In 1866 the name changed to Davenport, Mallory & Co., then in 1868 it became Mallory, Wheeler & Co. under John Davenport Wheeler. They made high quality, quite ornate hardware and won a number of awards for their designs. Sargent was a distributor for the Mallory Wheeler Company up until about 1882. The company closed due to bancruptcy in 1913.