Original 1920s New Yorker Hotel Guest Room Bronze Door Privacy Latch

This authentic piece hails from the late 1920s and is an ornamental cast bronze thumb turn latch. The naturally aged surface patina adds character and tells the story of its rich history. The medallion-shaped interior guest room door plaque boasts an anthemion flanked by floriated scrollwork, while the banner below proudly declares "The New Yorker (Hotel)" is deeply incised. Preserve a piece of history with this rotating turn latch, an original and intact element from the iconic 43-story New Yorker Hotel, which opened its doors on January 2, 1930, becoming a symbol of the era's architectural grandeur. Conditions and patinas will vary. The manufacturer and exact date of creation are unknown. The dimensions are 5.75 in. H x 3.5 in. W x 0.75 in. D.