2015-03-12

Vintage escutcheons come in many shapes, sizes and styles — but have you ever seen one like this before?  Pam spotted this lovely woddity: a midcentury door plate escutcheon with an Evelyn Ackerman-esque (?) bird design on ebay. We have never seen this design before. It may be a rare bird indeed — not just because of its unusual and attractive design, but also because of its massive size — a full 16 inches tall!

The door plate features two lovely abstracted birds sitting on an angular tree. Just look at the fabulous detail on this piece, it’s a true work of art for your front door.

From the eBay listing description:

Mid century door escutcheon plate in the manner of Evelyn Ackerman. Not sure of maker/manufacturer though. Very cool and unique item.

It looks like there is a maker mark carved into the back side of the escutcheon, what do you think it says? Pierce? Piere? Pierre? I can’t quite make it out. Does anyone recognize it?

Personally, I’d love to have this piece, for my front door or to use as a piece of wall decor inside. It is fabulous!

Mega thanks to eBay seller levialaska for allowing us to feature her photos of this unique piece.

Buy this midcentury bird escutcheon on eBay

And…. want more info on where to buy these new? See our story, 3 places to buy midcentury modern style door plates – including a DIY idea

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