c. 1900's american antique ornamental cast bronze "portsmouth" pattern matching doorknob and backplate designed and fabricated by the reading hardware co., reading, pa. the bronze metal hardware contains an oil-rubbed bronze metallic finish used to accentuate the fine casting detail. the oversized escutcheon is replete with winged cherub and aquatic creatures. measures 13 x 3 1/8 inches. priced for the set.