Door knockers originated back in the Georgian times, but today door knockers are back with a bang!
Front door knockers add style and interest to your entrance. I really think that door knockers are a great way to give that little bit of individuality to your door.
The addition of a door knocker to your front door can be a statement to the world about who you are and who lives in the house.
It was whilst I was looking at door knockers for my house that I realised what a vast array of door knockers there is to choose from ranging from contemporary door knockers to antique door knockers.
On this lens I have shown some of the door knockers that I found when searching for my own.... perhaps you will find some inspiration for your own door knockers, I hope you will be able to find one to suit your style.
Bear in mind that door knockers can make the perfect gift too. Unique door knockers such as the Kissing Door Knocker could make an ideal gift for a newly married couple!
Have fun browsing through the great array of door knockers on this page
but if you would rather go straight to a particular type of door knocker just click on the link belowNautical Door Knockers ♥ Mermaid Door Knocker ♥ Kissing Door Knocker ♥ Butterfly Door Knockers ♥ Dragons, Wizards, Gargoyles And Gothic Door Knockers ♥ Cast Iron Door Knockers ♥ Animal Door Knockers ♥ Dog Door Knockers ♥ Wolf Door Knocker ♥ Horse Door Knockers ♥ Eagle Door Knocker ♥ Pine Cone Door Knocker ♥ Hand And Ball Door Knocker ♥ Masonic Door Knockers ♥ Scary Halloween Door Knockers ♥ Door Knockers With View Hole ♥ Labyrinth Door Knocker
Door Knockers By Michael Healy
Nautical Door Knockers
The following door knockers have a nautical or ocean theme
Did you know that, originally, door knockers were a sign for the home, which would indicate the profession of the owner?
You could imagine sailors and fishermen having door knockers with a nautical theme, perhaps a ships anchor or wheel, in fact anything to do with the ocean
I think that these these nautical themed door knockers are perfect for fishermen or sailors, or indeed anyone with a nautical connection or even somebody who just lives by or loves the sea.
SPI 30766 Scallop Shell Doorknocker
This sea shell door knocker would be fantastic to put on your front door. It is made of solid brass and has a bronze/ Gold Finish.
Amazon Price: $50.00 (as of 07/12/2009) 
SPI 30748 Crab Doorknocker
I love this crab door knocker, it looks great and it knocks with the crabs shell... Apart from being a great door knocker for somebody who loves the sea it could also make a great door knocker for somebody born with the star sign of cancer.
Amazon Price: (as of 07/12/2009)
SPI 30756 Salmon Doorknocker
Do you know somebody who loves fishing? Wouldn't this Salmon door knocker make a great gift for the fisherman (or woman) in your life? This door knocker would look good on any door.
Amazon Price: $50.00 (as of 07/12/2009)
SPI 31142 Sea World Doorknocker
Another fantastic door knocker for those sea lovers!
Amazon Price: $60.00 (as of 07/12/2009)
SPI 30755 Lighthouse Doorknocker
I just love lighthouses, they have always held a certain mystery and intrigue for me ever since I read the poem Flannan Isle.
For anybody who collects or has an interest in lighthouses you won't go wrong with this door knocker.
Amazon Price: $45.00 (as of 07/12/2009)
Did You Know? - The Knocker-Upper
A Knocker-Upper was a profession in England and Ireland
Before alarm clocks were affordable or reliable people villages and towns would employ a 'Knocker-Upper' to wake them to ensure that they got to work on time! Usually male, they would carry a long, light stick so that they could knock on the upper windows of the houses to rouse people from sleep, not leaving their windows until they were sure that their client was awake.
The profession died out with the advent of readily available, cheaper alarm clocks!
Mermaid Door Knocker
SPI 31128 Mermaid Doorknocker
Amazon Price: (as of 07/12/2009)
The majesty of the sea can be captured on your doorway with this impressive doorknocker. Finely detailed, this mythical mermaid will be a fine addition to any door.
Kissing Door Knocker
This kissing door knocker makes a perfect alternative romantic gift
Door Knocker- Kissing
Amazon Price: (as of 07/12/2009)
I have found that this kissing door knocker is a favorite with many people. This would be a great gift for the newly married couple... the couple kiss when the door is knocked.
What Wikipedia Has To Say About Door Knockers
A door knocker is an item of door furniture that allows people outside a house to alert those inside to their presence. A door knocker has a part fixed to the door, and a part (usually metal) attached to it by a hinge that may be lifted and used to strike a plate fitted to the door, or the door itself, making a noise. The struck plate, if present, would be supplied and fitted with the knocker.
Door knockers are often ornate, but may be no more than a simple fitting with a metal bob or ring.
Butterfly Door Knockers
I just love these beautiful butterfly door knockers!
Butterfly Doorknocker
Amazon Price: $54.95 (as of 07/12/2009)
Door Knocker - Butterfly (Brass/Bronze) (7" H x 7" W x 1.5" D)
Amazon Price: $188.00 (as of 07/12/2009)
Door Knocker - Butterfly-Brass/Green
Amazon Price: $150.00 (as of 07/12/2009)
Door Knocker - Butterfly-Nickel/Silver
Amazon Price: $150.00 (as of 07/12/2009)
Brass Butterfly Door Knocker
Amazon Price: (as of 07/12/2009)
Dragons, Wizards, Gargoyles And Gothic Door Knockers
For anybody interested in the gothic or medieval eras then here are some door knockers that fit into that theme.
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How To Install A Door Knocker - YouTube Video
A video guide to installing a door knocker...
Installing a Door Knocker
An instructional video of how to install a Door Knocker from the Cape Cod Weathervane Company. Please visit www.capecodweathervanecompany.com
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Cast Iron Door Knockers
Butterfly Door Knocker
Amazon Price: $18.08 (as of 07/12/2009)
Cast Iron Door Knocker - Man's Head
Amazon Price: $10.95 (as of 07/12/2009)
All new item New cast iron dog head door knocker
Amazon Price: (as of 07/12/2009)
Animal Door Knockers
SPI 30754 Contented Pig Doorknocker
Amazon Price: (as of 07/12/2009)
SPI 30760 Bear with Fish Doorknocker
Amazon Price: (as of 07/12/2009)
SPI 30764 Sea Otter Doorknocker
Amazon Price: $50.00 (as of 07/12/2009)
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Leo Solid Brass Door Knocker [Misc.]
A classic lions head solid brass door knocker.
Amazon Price: (as of 07/12/2009)
SPI 31138 Bear Doorknocker
Amazon Price: $60.00 (as of 07/12/2009)
Doggy Door Knockers
For the dog lover great collection of brass and bronze door knockers featuring our favorite canine friends
Collie Dog Brass Door Knocker
Amazon Price: $94.00 (as of 07/12/2009)
Dog Door Knocker - Pug-Bronze
Amazon Price: $140.00 (as of 07/12/2009)
Dog Door Knocker - Labrador Retreiver-Bronze
Amazon Price: $140.00 (as of 07/12/2009)
Dog Door Knocker - Shihtzu-Bronze
Amazon Price: $140.00 (as of 07/12/2009)
Brass German Shepherd Door Knocker
Amazon Price: $72.00 (as of 07/12/2009)
Wolf Door Knocker
Wolf Door Knocker (Brass) (10"H x 5"W x 2 3/4"D)
Amazon Price: $135.00 (as of 07/12/2009)
Welcome visitors at the door with this brass wolf door knocker. Made of individually hand cast bronze, this door knocker is finished and polished to ensure uniqueness and quality. Your guests will be surprised and impressed when they see this wolf greeting them at the door.
Horse Door Knockers
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Door Knocker - Eagle-Tri Color
Amazon Price: $180.00 (as of 07/12/2009)
This eagle door knocker will add a touch of elegance to any home.
Pine Cone Door Knocker
SPI Home 30746 Pinecone Doorknocker
Amazon Price: (as of 07/12/2009)
Bring a sense of the woods to the home front door with this charming pinecone doorknocker from SPI Home. The intricate chiseled details realize the pinecone's natural, rustic beauty, while the polished finish exudes elegance and contemporary style for the urban home. Crafted in solid brass, the knocker is sturdy enough for years of door loud rapping without chipping or cracking. Bronze highlights top off the doorknocker's lovely display.
Door Knockers By Michael Healy
So, the following is an assortment of door knocker designs by Michael Healy.
4 1/2"W x 1 1/2"D x 6"H Michael Healy Seahorse Door Knocker, Brass
Amazon Price: (as of 07/12/2009)
Michael Healy #MH-1501 PB Pineapple Knocker
Amazon Price: $125.26 (as of 07/12/2009)
DOOR KNOCKER - BRASS NANTUCKET BASKET
Amazon Price: $89.99 (as of 07/12/2009)
Door Knocker - Palm Tree (Bonze/Brass) (6" H x 6" W x 2.5" D)
Amazon Price: $206.00 (as of 07/12/2009)
Door Knocker - Tennis Racket (Brass) (8" H x 4.5" W x 2.5" D)
Amazon Price: $205.00 (as of 07/12/2009)
Hand And Ball Door Knocker
Masonic Door Knocker
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Crypt Skull Halloween Door Knocker
Amazon Price: $19.99 (as of 07/12/2009)
Skeleton Hand Door Knocker Halloween Décor
Amazon Price: (as of 07/12/2009)
Door Knocker - Skull
Amazon Price: $12.99 (as of 07/12/2009)
Labyrinth Door Knocker
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Mintcraft 7" Door Knocker With Viewer Sn HR4004VSN
Provides one-way 160 degree angle door viewer. For door thickness less than 1-3/4". Size: 7"L. Requires a 1 1/2" Peephole.
Amazon Price: $18.35 (as of 07/12/2009)
Mintcraft 7" Door Knocker With Viewer Pb HR4004VPB
Provides one-way 160 degree angle door viewer. For door thickness less than 1-3/4''. Size: 7''L.
Amazon Price: $14.74 (as of 07/12/2009)
National Mfg. N215921 Door Knocker With Viewer
Gallery Series. Solid brass. Polished brass finish. For doors up to 2 1 4" thick. Includes 160 glass lens viewer for security. Viewer hole size: 1 2". Knocker size: 7" x 3 5 8".
Amazon Price: $16.83 (as of 07/12/2009)
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TheGreenerMe wrote... The crab door knocker is my favorite! Nice items!
ReplyPosted November 16, 2008
ElizabethJeanAllen wrote... I think door knockers are so cool. They make a statement about the owner of the house before the door is even opened.
Great lens
Lizzy
ReplyPosted October 22, 2008
The_Homeopath wrote... Oh wow, if I could spend the extra money right now I'd be ALL over that Labyrinth knocker. That is the coolest!!!
ReplyPosted August 30, 2008
koolmom wrote... All the knockers are so beautiful. I didn't even know that there were so many different types of door knockers. Great lens.
ReplyPosted August 20, 2008
spirituality wrote... I love the masonic door knocker :)
ReplyPosted August 09, 2008
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