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Georgian Door Knocker
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Georgian Door Knocker

18th century
Sold 12 January 2026 · Ruby Antiques
This “Georgian Door Knocker” found a buyer.

It was listed by Ruby Antiques. Sold pieces stay on Sellingantiques as a record of what has passed through, and the next one is rarely far away.

Description

Good original Georgian cast iron door knocker in superb condition. c1800.

Physical Dimensions
Height
18cm (7.09")
Width
12cm (4.72")
Depth
5cm (1.97")
Declaration

Ruby Antiques has dated this Georgian Iron Door Knocker to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA878494
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Description
Good original Georgian cast iron door knocker in superb condition. c1800.
Height
18cm (7.09")
Width
12cm (4.72")
Depth
5cm (1.97")
Date of Manufacture

Ruby Antiques has dated this Georgian Iron Door Knocker to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA878494
Ruby Antiques
Ruby Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Apr 2021
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A dark cast iron Georgian door knocker featuring a sculptural lion mounted above a circular drop ring. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A dark cast iron Georgian door knocker featuring a sculptural lion mounted above a circular drop ring. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Georgian Door Knocker

Archive II A dark cast iron Georgian door knocker featuring a sculptural lion mounted above a circular drop ring. View II
Archive III A dark cast iron Georgian door knocker featuring a sculptural lion mounted above a circular drop ring. View III
Archive IV A dark cast iron Georgian door knocker featuring a sculptural lion mounted above a circular drop ring. View IV
Archive V A dark cast iron Georgian door knocker featuring a sculptural lion mounted above a circular drop ring. View V
Archive VI A dark cast iron Georgian door knocker featuring a sculptural lion mounted above a circular drop ring. View VI
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Telephone 07733 264 767
Location
Dawes Farm
Taunton Road
Bridgewater
Somerset
TA6 6PS
United Kingdom
Verified Since Apr 2021
Items For Sale 53
Items Sold 205
Ruby Antiques
Ruby Antiques
Verified Since Apr 2021
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Location: Dawes Farm, Taunton Road, Bridgewater, Somerset, TA6 6PS, United Kingdom
Verified
Apr 2021
For Sale
53
Sold
205
A dark cast iron Georgian door knocker featuring a sculptural lion mounted above a circular drop ring.
Georgian door knocker
Ref: SA878494
A dark cast iron Georgian door knocker featuring a sculptural lion mounted above a circular drop ring.
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Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectArchitectural Salvage
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialCast Iron
  • ColourBlack
  • MotifsLion figure, Drop ring, Relief casting
  • SizeH 18 cm (7 in) x W 12 cm (5 in) x D 5 cm (2 in)

During the Georgian era, front door knockers became prominent status symbols, reflecting the architectural symmetry and neoclassical tastes of the period, often cast in iron or brass with symbolic motifs like lions, urns, and hands.

Antique door knockers were predominantly manufactured using traditional metalworking techniques, primarily utilising cast iron, forged iron, and brass.

Authentic period knockers typically exhibit hand-finished casting irregularities, period-appropriate mounting screws or bolt patterns, heavier metal weight, and layers of historical paint or natural oxidisation.

Antique door knockers can be repurposed as wall decor, mounted on timber backing boards as sculptural art, or used functionally on interior pantry and study doors.

Preserve antique iron by gently removing surface dirt with a soft brush, applying microcrystalline wax or light oil to prevent rust, and avoiding harsh chemical cleaners that strip historical patina.
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