Pair of Brass Apothecary Door Knockers
Updated August 16, 2026
This auction ended on August 23, 2026.
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| Lot number | 140 |
| Estimate | 60.00 - 100.00 USD |
| Auction | Hermes, Tiffany & Co, Fine Art & More! Multi Platform |
| Date | August 23, 2026 at 6:00 PM EDT |
| Auction house | Kellies Estate Services |
| Location | Okemos, Michigan |
This pair of cast brass door knockers is modeled after a traditional apothecary mortar and pestle. Each unit consists of a static vessel and pestle with a separate swinging bail handle and an antiqued finish. The lot is accompanied by four threaded mounting screws and three brass washers.Height: 6 inchesWidth: 4 inches.Both bookends exhibit moderate wear to the dark bronze-toned patina, particularly on the relief surfaces. Scattered surface scratches and minor oxidation are present on the cast elements. The rear steel support plates show areas of surface rust and discoloration, though the rivets remain secure.
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