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How do door knockers work?

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How do door knockers work?
Door knockers work because of their hinged design. After you mount the back plate onto a door, the striker portion hangs from the frame on the hinge, allowing you to raise it up and strike it against the backing. On 1stDibs, find a range of antique and vintage door knockers.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Italian Door Knockers
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of door knockers. Made with Bronze. Originates from Italy. Circa, 1790. Sold as a pair.
Category

Antique 17th Century Architectural Elements

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Bronze Door Knockers, Italy, 1980s
Located in Palermo, IT
Pair of bronze door knockers, Italy, 1980s Found in a warehouse, they have never been used. Intact
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Doors and Gates

Materials

Bronze

Bronze Door Knockers Lion Motif 9"
Located in Somis, CA
. Antiqued finish with mellow gold patina. Fantastic as door knockers or hand towel rings. Brings a sense of
Category

Late 20th Century Chinese Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Large Bronze Door Knockers Guardian 10.5"
Located in Somis, CA
indicate his robust power. Antiqued finish with mellow gold patina. Fantastic as door knockers or hand
Category

20th Century Chinese Architectural Elements

Materials

Bronze

Mid 19th Century Pair of Monumental Antique Architectural Bronze Door Knockers
Located in Stamford, CT
Mid to late 19th century monumental antique architectural pair of bronze door knockers, the largest
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Architectural Elements

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Bronze Door Knockers Warrior Motif 7"
Located in Somis, CA
finish with mellow gold patina. Fantastic as door knockers or hand towel rings. Brings a sense of
Category

Late 20th Century Chinese Architectural Elements

Materials

Bronze

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