Lot 232 Dα

A magnificent William IV silver doorknob

With a large scalloped oval base plate embossed and chased with dynamic scrolling acanthus tendrils. The heavy hinged knocker clasped with raised foliage; the lower section designed as a cornucopia with roses in relief surrounding a large bezel set tourmaline cabochon. H of base plate 38; W 24 cm. Mounted to a blue velvet covered wooden panel with decorative studs.
London, marks of Morris and Michael Emanuel, with a Regent's Mark used 1834 – 37, no year letter.