General Auction of Many House-Clearance Items inc. Many Vintage Nautical Items, Blonde Ercol, Doulton, Jual Curve, White Goods, Victorian Furniture, Instruments and more.

General Auction of Many House-Clearance Items inc. Many Vintage Nautical Items, Blonde Ercol, Doulton, Jual Curve, White Goods, Victorian Furniture, Instruments and more.

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Lot 15: A Group of Bronze Porthole Frames and Industrial Flanges

This auction ended on 31 October 2026.

Start price: £5

Estimated price: £5 - £8

Buyer's Premium: 20%

Not sold

A group of bronze porthole frames and industrial flanges, comprising multiple circular components of varying diameters. Each ring is constructed from heavy-gauge non-ferrous metal, identified by the characteristic green verdigris and reddish-brown oxidation as a bronze or high-copper brass alloy. The collection includes a large outer frame featuring a recessed inner lip and a series of twelve evenly spaced, pre-drilled mounting holes. Other components include flatter rings with similar mounting apertures, likely serving as retaining flanges or gaskets. The surfaces exhibit an authentic aged patina with extensive weathering, including pitting, surface crusting, and remnants of white and blue marine paint. One ring bears a white adhesive lot label from HCP Auctions South West reading Lot 015. No permanent maker’s marks or manufacturer’s names are visible on any of the items.