Reading Windsor Doorknob Cast Iron

Reading Windsor Doorknob Cast Iron

Decorative doorknob. Reading "Windsor" design. This was a very popular design and it was produced for a number of years. Due to its longevity, the design had a few different styles within it. This version is made completely of cast iron.  It has a unique construction method with pins holding the top and bottom together. This was an early manufacturing method, also used by Brittan Graham and Matthes. The design extends from the top to the bottom of the doorknob. It is Eastlake style, incorporating geometric and floral elements over a textured background. Cir. 1885, although some forms of the design lasted until 1930. 

The doorknob measures 2 1/4"diam. It fits on a standard non-threaded square shaft.

This Reading Windsor Doorknob Cast Iron 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. 

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Reading Hardware began in 1872 in Reading, Pennsylvania. It produced both basic and highly decorative builders hardware. Reading's hardware was used in many notable buildings including the White House in Washington, D.C. The operation closed in 1950.