Door Knockers

The pineapple has traditionally been recognized as the symbol of welcome and hospitality throughout America, and especially in Virginia. When the great clipper ships and merchant vessels of colonial days returned from their voyages bearing exotic fruits from the West Indies, captains and sailors alike would display a pineapple over their door as a sign to friends that they had returned home safely and that visitors were welcome.

The true insignia of gracious living, this pineapple door knocker made of solid brass is truly a performing work of art. Comes with a heavy solid brass striker button and 2" brass screws.

Dimensions: 7" x 4.5" x 2". Spacing between holes: 3.75", which may vary slightly as each piece is hand made. Weighs 3.87 lbs. If selecting finishing buttons, this door knocker requires 2.

The first types of recorded doorknockers in history were simple rings attached to heavy wooden doors of medieval churches and cathedrals as a method of assuring sanctuary. Though being pursued by the secular authorities, if a victim was able to get to the church in time and grasp the ring, this action would signify his safety from his pursuers and his protection by the church. Our classic ring doorknocker is hand cast in solid brass to the highest standards of quality. The design is simple, elegant and suitable for all homes, from colonial to contemporary. Comes with a heavy solid brass striker button and 2" brass screws.

Dimensions: 6" x 4.5" x 2". Spacing between holes: 3.5", which may vary slightly as each piece is hand made. Weighs 2.20 lbs. If selecting finishing buttons, this door knocker requires 2

Perhaps the most popular of all doorknocker shapes is the urn. Our urn is elegantly designed with a pineapple motif, America's symbol of hospitality, flourishing on top. The monogram goes on the simple plate. Please call for monogramming information.

Dimensions: 9" x 4.5" x 1". Spacing between holes: 5", which may vary slightly as each piece is hand made.

One of Nature's most exquisite forms, the scallop shell is truly a study in symmetry. Heavily cast in solid brass, this work of art is distinguished by delicate flutes in the classic shape of a scallop, a favorite seashell among beachcombers. Comes with a heavy solid brass striker button and 2" brass screws.

Dimensions: 5" x 6" x 2". Spacing between holes: 3.5", which may vary slightly as each piece is hand made. Weighs 2.85 lbs. If selecting finishing buttons, this door knocker requires 2.