Bidspirit auction | 2 Hand Forged ca. 1780-1830

2 Hand Forged ca. 1780-1830 Wrought Iron Locks - Height: 9 inches Chest Lock Width: 5 inches Door Lock Case Height: 6. Width: 8. This lot features two hand-forged wrought iron locks, comprising one horizontal rim-mount door lock and one decorative heart-shaped chest or trunk lock. Both pieces demonstrate traditional blacksmithing techniques consistent with the late 18th to early 19th century. The door lock is a horizontal rim-mount type, constructed with a heavy wrought iron rectangular case. It features a scalloped top plate secured with iron rivets. The mechanism includes a sliding horizontal deadbolt and a spring-loaded latch, which is operated by an integrated L-shaped lever handle on the exterior. The back is open, revealing the internal iron spring and lever components. The chest lock consists of a large, decorative heart-shaped faceplate with a central keyhole and visible mounting rivets. It includes an integrated, hinged top hasp featuring a circular terminal with a central hole. The reverse displays the internal locking mechanism, including a spring-tensioned catch designed to secure the hasp. Chest Lock 75 inches Door Lock Case 5 inches (including latch extension).