🏠 Rare 1925 Art Deco Brass Door Knocker With Mail Flap | Original British Antique Hardware 📬

📌 Subject & Medium:

Presenting a rare, original British Art Deco front door knocker with an integrated mail slot cover — a striking combination of form and function. Crafted from solid brass and hand-painted in gold, this architectural gem is both decorative and practical. A timeless piece of antique hardware that adds character and style to any entryway.

🎨 Composition, Technique & the Art Deco Era:

Defined by its bold stepped motif, this piece is a quintessential example of the Art Deco movement, which rose to prominence in the 1920s and 1930s. The design celebrates the era’s fascination with modernity, order, and luxury — clean lines, geometric precision, and elegant symmetry.

Cast in heavy brass and finished with a now beautifully aged coat of gold paint, the craftsmanship reflects enduring quality and attention to detail. A true statement piece, ideal for those who appreciate vintage design with real historical depth.

📏 Size:

• Width: 20.2 cm

• Height: 9 cm

• Depth (to end of fixing bolt): 4.5 cm

Perfectly proportioned to serve as a standout feature on any period or contemporary door.

🗺️ Provenance:

Sourced from a private collection in the South of England. It bears the official Registered Design Number RD No. 800493, clearly stamped on the back — a mark of it's 1920s origin.

🧾 Condition Report:

• Rich patina with signs of natural aging

• Flaking paint and surface marks consistent with its age

• Two fixing bolts are later additions, with two modern spares included

• Fully functional: the knocker operates smoothly, and the mail flap opens and closes as intended

A piece full of vintage charm, ready for display or everyday use

🌟 Why You'll Love It:

✅ Authentic 1925 Design – Genuine British Art Deco with Registered Design No. 800493
✅ Functional & Decorative – Classic door knocker combined with a working mail slot
✅ Timeless Art Deco Style – Features the era’s signature stepped geometric motif
✅ Solid Brass Construction – Durable, weighty, and full of aged character
✅ Statement Piece – Adds instant vintage charm to any entryway
✅ Fully Functional – Knocker and mail flap operate smoothly; extra bolts included
✅ Collector’s Find – Rare original, ideal for antique lovers and design enthusiasts

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