Doorknocker, wrought, carved and engraved iron, france 15th century. Antique door knockers brass door knocker iron door. The solid wooden door is the drum skin and the entrance hall behind it is the chamber within which the sound resonates and vibrates. A lion head door knocker acts a guardian to the home. It gives more or less a contemporary door furniture look. Add character to your door with our large selection of door knockers in traditional and vintage styles ranging from the iconic lion head door knocker to simpler models such as the ring door knocker. The knocker on deaths door is a good, light read, with interesting historical details, although the solution to the mystery will be obvious to most experienced mysterynovel readers. Knocking on beautiful doors in venice the venice insider. Knockknockits chairishs collection of vintage door knockers. Nickel is a relatively recent material used in making door knockers. Money back guarantee ensures you receive the item you ordered or get your money back. Unfollow antique lion door knocker to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. I just stopped by someones house here in the hague and their front door had a lion door handle and a door knocker.
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Antique cast iron door knocker for sale vintage antiques. Nevertheless, thanks to this collection, you will have a chance to appreciate the variety of those that are shown below. The designs date from the georgian, regency, victorian and edwardian periods and are complimented by contemporary, simple designs and cottage door knockers. Gentle readers, frequent contributor tony grant has supplied us with yet another treat. Our wildlife door knockers materials are brass and bronze, and include species from dogs to dolphins and so many more. Stonkraft brass lion door knocker knockers gate knocker door accessories lion 6 4. Order of daniel arenson books daniel arenson, born in israel in 1980 nine of daniels books have hit amazons overall top 100 bestsellers list and one has made it to the top 20. The wellington door knocker was invented by david bray, an ironmonger located at 16 cranbourn street in leicester square, london. A door is a threshold between the home and the outside world, prompting some cultures to see door knockers as a symbol of protection. Western cultures are said to have used gargoyle themed door knockers to ward off evil. The reverse mount offers a level of protection for the door knocker.
Front door, 10 downing street with lion door knocker door knockers are more popular in england than in any other country and can be found everywhere, even in the most remote locations. A lion to guard us is one of many books written by clyde robert bulla that. This black cast iron door knocker from renovators supply features an impressive lion s head figure to welcome visitors to your home. A door knocker has a part fixed to the door, and a part usually metal which is attached to the door by a hinge, and may be lifted and used to strike a plate fitted to the door, or the door. Door knocker stock photos download 18,546 royalty free photos. Lion door knockers in georgian britain jane austens world. Primeline products u 10327 door knocker with viewer, deluxe, 180degree, satin nickel 4. Mythrojan lion head front door knocker artisan made antique door knocker ring. Door knockers door knockers for metal doors youtube.
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The quintessential door knocker in georgian architecture is the brass lion head. As the door knocker became more elaborate over time many designs were inspired by mythology and religion. Download 18,546 door knocker stock photos for free or amazingly low rates. The back plate to a lion head knocker is the lions head. See more ideas about door knockers, door knobs and knockers and knobs and knockers. Most door knockers have a reverse mount mechanism which means that the bolts screw in from behind the door. We have the best deals on antique cast iron door knocker so stop by and check us out first. Choose from something characterful or sophisticated, traditional or stylish available in a variety of finishes. Find the perfect lion door knocker black stock photo. Make a bold statement with a unique antique door knocker. After you have read it, you will want to hop on over to his blog, london calling, in which he describes his trip to venice. Lion head door knockers represented members of the army, militia leaders, and other protectors of the city.
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I have searched for many months to find a lion s head door knocker, so was pleasantly surprised when i stumbled upon this one. The plot centers around the restoration of a medieval door to its original place in the village church, and the secrets the door holds, which reveal a longhidden. Mounting hardware is included and may be used to mount on any door up to 214 thick. Even though we live in the age of the doorbell, theres just nothing like a good oldfashioned knock on the door. Van dykes beautiful specimens include wrought iron door knockers and cast brass door knockers representing many popular motifs, like acorns, lions, gargoyles, eagles, and more, as well as more traditional designs like twisted or ornate door. The evolution of the doorknocker is an article from the art world, volume 3. Michael healy classic door knockers available at architectural depot. In fact the brass door knocker on a georgian front door can almost be regarded as a percussion instrument. Door knockers install on exterior doors to allow guests and visitors to knock on the door and announce their arrival.
Door knocker history although door knockers have been used through the years in many different times and eras, the most popular periods for door knocker were in the colonial and georgian times. Cast iron door knockers search our whole range of black cast iron door knockers from the ornate regency, georgian and victorian designs which include the number 10 downing street lion knocker and stylish doctors door knocker, to the the simple ring door knocker and hand made wrought iron door knockers. Made of iron, this product will hold up to the elements. Another beautiful door knocker spotted the world over is the hand shaped door knocker. The lion head door knocker is buffed to a brilliant finish, allowing for a shimmering presentation of brass to greet guests. Ageold foundry techniques bring this cast iron door knocker to life. Black antique, cast iron, ring door knocker by the metal magician black 4. Compared to the classic and oft repeated bronze versions from lion. Ive been obsessing over michael healys door knocker designs for a couple of months now and if you scroll down and take a look at the pieces below, i think the idea of obsessing over a door knocker will make more. Choose from over a million free vectors, clipart graphics, vector art images, design templates, and illustrations created by artists worldwide. Jun 30, 2006 a door knocker is an item of door furniture that allows people outside a house to alert those inside to their presence. Brass and bronze are both copperbased alloys and the yellow brass alloy used in these door knockers contains 70% copper to yield a classic, warm brass look. Rixs translation won the 2006 oxfordweidenfeld translation prize, and was shortlisted for the. Black door with cast copper hardware black wooden door with brass vintage knockers as dolphin with a tridentshaped tails and maltese cross.
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A door knocker has a part fixed to the door, and a part usually metal attached to it by a hinge that may be lifted and used to strike a plate fitted to the door, or the door itself, making a noise. The evolution of the door knocker is an article from the art world, volume 3. Door knockers from the door knocker company are mostly made in the uk using traditional forging and casting methods. Lion brass antique door door knockers for sale ebay. Door knocker in these times were fancy cast iron creations usually painted black. Add a touch of personality to your entrance with any of these custom knockers or the classic medieval look of a ring pull. A similar design can be seen on the door of number 10 downing street. Nickel door knockers door accessories the home depot. Crafted from heavy cast brass with a lacquered antique finish, this 1890s design is sure to garner plenty of admiration. A lion to guard us by clyde robert bulla goodreads. The symbolic nature of lion head doorknockers is rooted in antiquity. Weighing in at almost 8 pounds, this piece is just as heavy as one would expect from the authentic aesthetic and the verdigris bronze. The quintessential door knocker in georgian architecture is the brass lion head with a large brass ring gripped in its mouth. Custom wrought iron knockers and ring pulls hand forged fine art, and made in the usa, and built to last.
Clyde robert bulla is the author of over fifty books for children including the secret valley and the story of valentines day. Maria gordusenko, phd history of art, university of edinburgh figure 1. When depicted with a book of gospels, the lion is associated with the. Napoleon in america opens with a knock on a door, disturbing sir hudson lowe at his toilet. To make things simple for you, we have compiled a list of some unique and unusual door knocker designs so that you can choose the perfect one for your front door and decorate it the way you want to. Small iron lion door knocker the small lion door knocker is the perfect accent to coordinate with your sconces and house numbers. Door knockers come with the mounting hardware shown so you can quickly and easily add them to. Michael healy solid brass hospitality pineapple door knocker. Whether a polished brass door knocker suits your taste, or darker bronze door knockers catch your eye, each piece is a thoughtful design crafted from quality materials.
Out of the various materials of which door knockers are made, brass is the most friendly material that can be moulded into multiple shapes and created into multiple designs. Top 10 totally cool and totally unique door knocker. Period properties are about style and class of a certain era and yet sometimes also a bit of challenge. The wellington door knocker was invented by london ironmonger. Helena did not sport a door knocker inspired by the duke of wellington, many doors in england did. Two years after the publication of the book locksserrature, which was greeted with great.