1950s Vintage Irish Celtic Claddah Brass Door Knocker

A superb antique early 20th-Century Art Nouveau French brass door knocker. This fine door knocker has an ornate design with floral decorations in a lovely aged brass patina. Renowned...

Vintage traditional Regency Style Brass Door Knocker.Vintage traditional door knocker, made of solid brass, with oval cartouche.Gold polished cast brass door knocker in the Traditional Regency style.Simple lines suggest swags and rope twists on top of a large horizontal oval. The knocking arm is decorated with simple flowers.It will look excellent on your front door, or use it as a decorative paperweight.DIMENSIONS: 4ʺW × 1ʺD × 6ʺH. Door knockers are more popular in Europe, mostly in England than in any other country and can be found everywhere, even in the most remote locations.Below is the history of the door knockers. Door knockers have a long history and have been used in various cultures throughout the centuries. The exact origins of door knockers are challenging to trace, but they are believed to date back to ancient civilizations. Here's a brief overview of the history of door knockers: 1) Ancient Greece and Rome: The use of door knockers can be traced back to ancient Greece and Rome. In these civilizations, wealthy homes often had ornate metal door knockers that served both a functional and decorative purpose. These early knockers were often shaped like mythological creatures or had symbolic designs. 2) Medieval Europe: Door knockers became more prevalent in medieval Europe. During this time, they were often made of iron or brass and took on various shapes, such as animals, grotesque faces, or religious symbols. The design and material used for door knockers often indicated the status and wealth of the homeowner. 3) 17th to 19th Centuries: Door knockers continued to evolve in design and popularity during the 17th to 19th centuries. In England, for example, there was a surge in the use of decorative knockers during the Georgian and Victorian eras. Many of these designs were elaborate and reflected the fashion and artistic trends of the time. 4) Colonial America: As European settlers moved to the Americas, they brought with them the tradition of using door knockers. In colonial America, door knockers were often simpler in design, reflecting the more utilitarian style of the period. 5) 19th Century Revival: The 19th century saw a revival of interest in historical styles, including the Gothic and Renaissance periods. This influenced door knocker designs, with many reproductions and new creations inspired by earlier styles. 6) 20th Century and Beyond: In the 20th century, door knockers continued to be used, though their popularity waned with the advent of electric doorbells. However, in recent years, there has been a renewed interest in traditional and vintage design elements...

Victorian lady's hand door knocker. Heavy cast brass. Great decorative desk paperweight. 19th century.

A wonderful solid cast brass door-knocker fashioned as a horned imp or devil. The design is based on one found at the 1000 year old Chester Cathedral in England where the imp in question was said to wrought his havoc. Restoration teams discovered a mysterious demonic carving, bound in chains, close to a window in the Cathedral nave. Historians are now labelling the mystery carving as “The Chester Imp...

A beautifully ornate vintage bronze door knocker in solid bronze. Whether for a new or historical home, this unique threshold object speaks...

A wonderful door knocker in the shape of a hand. The solid bronze piece is petite and comes with the strike... prepared to go through a 2" door - perhaps a bit deeper. The knocker...

American Victorian style (20th Century) bronze door knocker in teh shape of a hand.

A polished bronze door knocker, with two men's faces. Projection: 4 cm.

A heavy and substantial door knocker with a lovely ram detail entertained into the design. A great addition to the look of a new home or one that is keeping with the integrity of a p...

A large solid cast polished brass door knocker sophisticated in shape and design. A substantial Georgian style early twentieth century brass door knocker. The piece was acquired from...