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How old are iron doors?
Iron doors were first used around the 10th century during the Middle Ages. Wrought iron doors fortified castles, towns and other high-invasion areas. As the designs and intricacies improved over time, heavily detailed doors became a status symbol for the upper-middle class and places of worship. Shop a selection of iron doors on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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19th Century German Iron Door Lock
Located in Marbella, ES
19th century German Iron Door Lock.
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Antique 19th Century German Doors and Gates

Materials

Iron

Pair of Cast Iron Door Stops
Located in Cheshire, GB
Pair of 19th century cast iron door stops with shaped handles above a figural soldier raised up on
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Antique Late 19th Century British Doors and Gates

Materials

Iron

1940s Italian Antique White Cast Iron Door Knocker
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Italian Antique White Cast Iron Door Knocker. Large antique ornate white metal cast iron, shabby
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Early 20th Century Italian Rococo Doors and Gates

Materials

Iron

Antique French Iron Door Knocker from Chateau, Circa 1820-1850.
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique French iron door knocker from chateau, circa 1820-1850.
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Doors and Gates

Materials

Iron

Set 3 Antique Floral Hammered Iron Door Strap Hinges
Located in New York, NY
Antique black smithed hand hammered wrought iron door strap hinges. They have been painted with
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Early 20th Century American Doors and Gates

Materials

Wrought Iron

Wrought Iron Door Knocker
Located in Chicago, IL
Wrought iron door knocker. Very nice.
Category

Antique 1880s Italian Architectural Elements

Materials

Wrought Iron

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