Antique Victorian Brass Letter Plate from James Cartland & Sons, 1899

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A handsome late Victorian solid brass letter plate by James Cartland & Sons of Birmingham, dating to circa 1899. The … Read more A handsome late Victorian solid brass letter plate by James Cartland & Sons of Birmingham, dating to circa 1899. The piece is distinguished by its substantial brass construction and elegant period design, combining the durability expected of Victorian architectural hardware with an attractive decorative appearance. It retains its original character and displays a warm aged brass patina. The reverse is stamped with the maker's initials “JC&S” together with a registered design mark, providing an important indication of its manufacture and period. James Cartland & Sons was a Birmingham manufacturer of brass architectural and domestic fittings. The company produced a broad range of brassware, including cabinet fittings, curtain hardware, ventilators, door fittings and other decorative and functional metalwork. Brass letter plates became increasingly popular during the Victorian period, combining practical durability with the decorative quality of polished brass. Substantial examples were particularly well suited to the entrance doors of Victorian townhouses and larger residences. Presented in very good antique condition with appropriate signs of age and historic use. An attractive example of late Victorian architectural hardware, suitable for installation or display within a collection of period brassware. Dimensions: Height: 7.5 cm Width: 20 cm Depth: 2 cm Weight: Approximately 0.7 kg Date of Manufacture: circa 1899 Period: Victorian Style: Victorian Country of Origin: England See less