
Antique Cast Iron Door Knocker – Ornate Scroll Pattern
Description: Heavy cast iron door knocker featuring a heart-like openwork scroll backplate and a large hinged circular striker, finished in a weathered matte black with aged cream paint on the reverse. The piece combines classical motifs with gothic-inspired details, making it a bold architectural accent.Era:Early 20th CenturyStyle:Victorian Gothic RevivalTechnique:Sand-cast iron, hand-filed and paintedTools Used:Foundry mold, furnace pour, metal hinge pin, hand file, paintbrushHistory:These robust knockers were common on early 1900s entry doors, combining ornamentation with functionality. Their loud, deep sound made them especially useful before electric bells became common.Manufacturer / Maker:Maker unknown; similar in form to hardware by Sargent & Co. and Russell & ErwinMeasurements:13" H x 9 ½" WSuggested Weight:5.2 lbsMusic:Etta James – “At Last” (romantic, classic, and bold—like the first impression this knocker gives) Item Number : P12504 Category : Hardware Brand :