Cast Iron Ladies head - Hardware or ??

[2higuy]

Looking for help identifying these, acquired a number of them all the same. The head "locks" into place in the upright position and when slightly lifted upward will swivel down. Somewhat Art Deco decoration I would say. As seen in the photos, they are mounted on a flat steel shaft each with a V split at the end, although does not seem overly machined. Not sure they are old or possibly reproduction?

Interesting little gals but have had no luck identifying what they are, would appreciate any help and input. Thanks!

 

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[bradyboy]

wow, fascinating
confused, the first pic with two items - the heads operate / swivel in different directions
one face faces the V end, the other faces the opposite end of the V
perhaps the head swivels 180 degrees ?
Maybe some sort of door / draw pull?
interesting

 

[Subterranean]

I would guess curtain rods. Head folds down to align with the rod to allow sliding the top loop of the curtain onto the rod, then locks in a 90 degree to hold it on the rod. SPECULATION! Cool items. Sub

 

[Chiltepin]

Does the head portion act as a cam for the through
Portion of long rectangular bar?

Neat find!

 

[namxat]

Thats a shutter dog, a device to keep exterior windows shutters open.

Seems to be this design:

Kestrel Shutters: Bronze Little French Girl Shutter Dog - one pair

Greets Namxat

 

[Plug N Play]

Great id, namxat !

 

[bradyboy]

really?, great ID but not sure I get the V fork end
Brady

 

[2higuy]

Great ID, and thank you namxat!

Sorry for the slow response been busy hunting...

 

[cw0909]

great id
prob old, as no threaded anchor bolt

https://www.etsystudio.com/listing/274526166/1880s-antique-cast-iron-shutters?ref=related_like
http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5073/5883368371_223cfbc0de.jpg
vid showing some
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL6omtlPmA5YO669SWnbxldqXPqsje6aQ0