Victorian Cast Iron Hall Tree Coat Hook 745 is a substantial four-prong wall hook with long upper arms, shorter lower hooks, decorative openwork, and round finial tips.
I like this piece for an entryway, mudroom, restored hall tree, or period hardware project where the aged cast iron surface can stay visible instead of being made to look new.
Details
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Item: victorian hall tree coat and hat hook
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Item Type: four-prong wall mounted hook
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Era: late 19th to early 20th century, approximate
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Materials: cast iron
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Color: black with aged brown and greenish surface patina
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Maker and Mark: maker not confirmed. Casting marked 745 on one side and 17 on the other
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Pattern or Model: 745 casting number. Specific pattern name not confirmed
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Style: Victorian style architectural hardware
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Dimensions: mounting base approximately 3 3/4 in long by 1 1/2 in wide. Upper hook arms extend approximately 4 in. Lower hooks are approximately 2 in wide
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Special Features: two long upper arms, two shorter lower hooks, open center casting, ribbed detail, round finial tips, and two mounting holes
Condition Grade: Good
Positives
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Graded Good: The hook appears complete and solid with the kind of visible wear expected from old working hardware.
- All four hook ends and their rounded finials are present.
- The decorative openwork and ribbed casting remain clearly defined.
- Both mounting holes are open and visible.
- No cracks or broken arms are visible in the supplied photos.
Issues / Wear
- The black surface shows uneven finish loss, rubbing, oxidation, and aged patina throughout.
- There is brown and greenish discoloration in recessed areas and around portions of the mounting plate.
- The surface is not freshly restored. I would consider that appropriate character for old architectural hardware rather than a flaw that needs to be hidden.
Condition Grade Key
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Near Fine: Almost perfect. Very minor signs of age only.
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Very Good: Shows light use. Sound and attractive with minor flaws.
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Good: Complete and intact. Noticeable wear consistent with age and use.
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Fair: Shows significant wear. Readable or usable but clearly used.
Collector's Notes
- Hooks of this form were made for hall trees and entry furniture that needed separate places for hats and heavier coats.
- This one suits someone restoring period furniture or adding genuine old cast iron hardware to an entryway or mudroom.
- The long upper arms, curled lower hooks, and open center give this casting more visual detail than a plain utility hook.
- I would leave the age patina alone unless your project specifically calls for a refinished surface.
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