In late 1988 a number of original Victorian and Edwardian door furniture patterns were discovered in hidden corners of Rawnsley Foundry in Staffordshire. Many of the patterns, found under years of dust and debris, have now been restored to their original condition and iron castings have been produced from them.
The discovery of these original door hardware patterns represents a significant find and gives a remarkable opportunity for discerning buyers to own and display domestic cast ironware crafted with all the skills and patience that made them so popular with the Victorians. "Rawnsley" iron castings are not reproductions, they are made from authenticated patterns using the same methods and materials as originally used. Moulds are prepared by hand and molten iron is still hand poured by skilled craftsmen. This ensures that the uniqueness and originality is maintained.
Whether you are restoring a period property to its former glory, or just appreciate the finer things in life, "Rawnsley" cast iron door furniture represents a unique opportunity to indulge both yourself and your home.
Rawnsley 1876 Black Door Knocker 9.5in (242mm) WPE906
Rawnsley hand crafted iron door knocker produced to original authenticated pattern, dated 1876. Length 9.1/2 inches (242mm). Width (at widest point on back plate) 80mm.
£ 55.58 inc. VAT
Quantity: each
Ref: I207550
Rawnsley 1908 Black Door Knocker 8.1/4in (210mm) T710
Rawnsley hand crafted iron door knocker produced to original authenticated pattern, dated 1908. Length 8.1/4 inches (210mm). Width (at widest point on back plate) 75mm.
£ 55.58 inc. VAT
Quantity: each
Ref: I207560
Rawnsley C1890 Black Letter Plate 8.5in (216mm) T541
Rawnsley hand crafted iron letter plate & knocker produced to original authenticated pattern, dated circa 1890. Width 8.1/2 inches (216mm), aperture 5x1 inches (127x25mm). Please note this small aperture is suitable for letters only. All dimensions are approximate, cast iron can vary by 5% as it cools. Aperture size does not indicate the cut out size, this needs to be determined during fitting.
£ 39.99 inc. VAT
Quantity: each
Ref: I207590
Rawnsley 1890 Black Letter Plate 10in (254mm) T540
Rawnsley hand crafted iron letter plate produced to original authenticated pattern, dated 1890. The overall size is 254x65mm, aperture 184x27mm. Please note this small aperture is suitable for letters only. All dimensions are approximate, cast iron can vary by 5% as it cools. Aperture size does not indicate the cut out size, this needs to be determined during fitting.
£ 33.66 inc. VAT
Quantity: each
Ref: I207600
Rawnsley Black Rim Lock Set RLC451C
Rawnsley hand crafted iron rim lock cover produced to original authenticated pattern. Measures 160*140mm and also includes a 152*102mm rim lock and black octagonal knobs as illustrated. Rim locks are low security products and not suitable as the main lock on an external door.
Rawnsley hand crafted iron door knobs produced to original authenticated pattern. Knob measures 63mm in diameter. Available as Mortice or Rim furniture. Please select type from the drop down box below. Please note picture shows Mortice furniture (click on more details below for further information on Rim and Mortice types).
£ 25.84 inc. VAT
Quantity: set
Ref: I207610#11
Rawnsley Drawer Pull T1102
Rawnsley hand crafted iron drawer pull produced to original authenticated pattern of 1926. Length of pull measures 115mm.