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An Antique Brass Door Knocker Depicting an Imp with Lantern.
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An Antique Brass Door Knocker Depicting an Imp with Lantern.

1900 - 1920
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A very whimsical brass imp door knocker. Imp is holding a lantern and standing astride a mushroom or toadstool ,as if ready to dart away. Would look fab on a cottage door or even on a bathroom door. All sizes are in inches.. 6 tall x 4 wide. Great little piece. Delivery to UK mainland is INCLUDED in the price. Thank you for looking.

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Antiquus has dated this Brass Imp Door Knocker to the 1920s.

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A very whimsical brass imp door knocker. Imp is holding a lantern and standing astride a mushroom or toadstool ,as if ready to dart away. Would look fab on a cottage door or even on a bathroom door. All sizes are in inches.. 6 tall x 4 wide. Great little piece. Delivery to UK mainland is INCLUDED in the price. Thank you for looking.
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Antiquus has dated this Brass Imp Door Knocker to the 1920s.

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An Antique Brass Door Knocker Depicting an Imp with Lantern.

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An antique solid brass door knocker sculpted in the shape of a whimsical imp holding a lantern while standing atop a mushroom base.
An antique brass door knocker depicting an imp with lantern.
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An antique solid brass door knocker sculpted in the shape of a whimsical imp holding a lantern while standing atop a mushroom base.
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Mythical figures, imps, and sprites became popular motifs in decorative brassware during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, often utilised on door knockers as whimsical guardians or symbols of good fortune for the household.

Traditional door knockers were typically cast in solid brass using sand-casting techniques, after which they were hand-finished, chased, and polished to highlight intricate sculptural details.

Authentic period brass knockers often feature subtle casting variations, natural patination within recessed areas, historical mounting threads, and a distinct solid weight compared to modern hollow reproductions.

Mounting a characterful brass knocker onto a modern painted timber front doorsuch as deep navy, forest green, or charcoalcreates a striking focal point that contrasts historic detail with clean modern lines.

Clean the surface gently using warm soapy water and a soft cloth to remove dust, avoiding harsh abrasive chemicals that strip natural aged patination; a light application of microcrystalline wax can protect the metal outdoors.
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