Doors and Gates

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...

Italian Antique White Cast Iron Door Knocker. Large antique ornate white metal cast iron, shabby chic Italian style. Large and heavy 1940s very ornate Rococo style cast iron large do...

This is an antique fox doorstop. An English, brass decorative country house door keeper, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900. Great charact...

This is an antique decorative doorstop. An English, cast iron Art Nouveau door keeper, dating to the late 19th century, circa 1890. Attractive and pleasingly substantial door stop...

Heavy door hammer in weather-patinated bronze. It was cast and hand-finished in Scandinavia by an anonymous craftsman SS (signed by hand). Its center depic...

A pair of Italian Rococo style painted wood door panels from the early 19th century, with carved scrolling cartouches, painted bouquets and nicely weathered patina. How not to be immediately charmed by this pair of Rococo style Italian door panels...

An antique Italian frieze panel with flowers, vines and leaves, made of hand crafted Oakwood in good condition. The vertical door features two hand crafted round metal door pulls...

Set of Mirrored Oak double doors. Original mercury mirrored glass and oak frames, with a delightful crusty paint finish.

A Baltimore Relic, procure form the LOOCKE Auto Parts Warehouse on Gay Street in Baltimore. Opposite side angle iron for door left side of frame is Included. No key for the deadbolt ...

Set of four rectangular painted faux-bois wood panels, dividers, or screens from late 19th-century France. A remarkable work of artistry, the pair is beset with a warm blonde lustre,...

- Fine 19th century country house hoof doorstop - Practical and attractive sporting piece Measures: Height 38.3cm Width 12cm Depth 6cm.

Large pair of transomed Louis XV doors: Régence period exterior doors, hand carved in oak with original transom. Dated to the first half of the 18th century. These doors and transom originally belonged to a home in Paris. They include original, or extremely early, hardware. Hand carved scroll and rocaille motifs adorn both doors and transom. Doors, transom and architectural surround...