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C17th Decorative Rim Lock
Martin Murray Antiques
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C17th Decorative Rim Lock

17th century
Description

A decorative wrought iron rim lock, simple sprung latch mechanism, no key. Of impressive proportion

French circa 1650

Height 23 cm ( 9 ”)

Width 26.5cm ( 10 1/2”)

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Martin Murray Antiques has dated this 17th Century Rim Lock to the 17th Century.

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Description
A decorative wrought iron rim lock, simple sprung latch mechanism, no key. Of impressive proportion

French circa 1650

Height 23 cm ( 9 ”)

Width 26.5cm ( 10 1/2”)

Date of Manufacture

Martin Murray Antiques has dated this 17th Century Rim Lock to the 17th Century.

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SA1221024
Martin Murray Antiques
Martin Murray Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Dec 2024

Specialist in early furniture and works of art

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A 17th-century hand-forged wrought iron rim lock featuring a scalloped decorative backplate, a surface-mounted lever latch, and aged dark metal patina.
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Archive I A 17th-century hand-forged wrought iron rim lock featuring a scalloped decorative backplate, a surface-mounted lever latch, and aged dark metal patina.

C17th Decorative Rim Lock

Archive II A 17th-century hand-forged wrought iron rim lock featuring a scalloped decorative backplate, a surface-mounted lever latch, and aged dark metal patina. View II
Archive III A 17th-century hand-forged wrought iron rim lock featuring a scalloped decorative backplate, a surface-mounted lever latch, and aged dark metal patina. View III
Archive IV A 17th-century hand-forged wrought iron rim lock featuring a scalloped decorative backplate, a surface-mounted lever latch, and aged dark metal patina. View IV
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Martin Murray Antiques
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A 17th-century hand-forged wrought iron rim lock featuring a scalloped decorative backplate, a surface-mounted lever latch, and aged dark metal patina.
C17th decorative rim lock
Ref: SA1221024
A 17th-century hand-forged wrought iron rim lock featuring a scalloped decorative backplate, a surface-mounted lever latch, and aged dark metal patina.
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A rim lock is a surface-mounted locking mechanism attached directly to the face of a door rather than set inside a mortise. Popular throughout the 17th century, these locks feature hand-forged iron casings adorned with decorative cut-outs, shaped levers, and scalloped edges.

17th-century rim locks were crafted from wrought iron by blacksmiths using manual forging techniques. Every component, including the backplate, latch bar, spring, and internal tumblers, was individually hammered, filed, and riveted by hand.

Authentic period rim locks exhibit signs of hand forging, such as subtle surface irregularities, hand-cut threads, and slight asymmetry in decorative details. They also display dark natural oxidisation and wear consistent with centuries of manual operation.

An antique rim lock can be installed on timber doors in traditional or historic properties for functional use. Alternatively, interior designers mount these metalwork pieces on display bases or frame them as decorative architectural art.

To preserve iron rim locks, store them in low-humidity environments to prevent corrosion. Cleaning should be done with a soft dry brush, followed by a coat of microcrystalline wax or natural beeswax to seal the iron and protect its patina.
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