Lion Head Iron Door Knocker: Hand Hammered By Master Blacksmith – LK1802

Lion Head Iron Door Knocker: Hand Hammered By Master Blacksmith

At ArtFactory.com, our custom made lion head iron door knocker is created from solid wrought iron and hand forged by our master blacksmiths. We build all of our custom door hardware products from wrought iron, because unlike other metals, wrought iron doesn't corrode with exposure to the elements. Additionally, when we say hand forged, we mean hand hammered over a coal fired forge by master blacksmith. Our hardware products are never cast, drop forged, or built from a mold. Furthermore, our products are never mass produced meaning that your lion head iron door knocker is a one-of-a-kind piece that will never be exactly reproduced.

The lion head iron door knocker can be seen on our castle style double doors (CDD4646)

Our blacksmiths take great care in the intricate details of our hardware. This attention to detail is what separates our products from low quality, foreign made products that are so common on the market today. Custom door knockers add a powerful statement about your personality to any guests that come to your front door. We design the lion head iron door knocker, and all of our custom door knockers precisely to each customers request and to exact specifications that fit your style.

Fine Art Quality Custom Blacksmith Hand Forged Hardware

Just like all of our doors and custom home furnishings, all of our hardware is certified fine art quality. Not only is each piece built individually by the hands of one master metalsmith, but every item that leaves our factory is built under the supervision of world renowned artist H.J. Nick. Every product is certified with the H.J. Nick signature. This ensures that your product is a one-of-a-kind work of art that is of investment quality, and will hold future value in antiquity.

To top it all off, all of our hardware is advance patinated using our proprietary iron oxide process. In this process, the patina finish is hand applied, and then heat infused at over 1000 degrees to bond to the molecules of the metal. In this example, the lion head iron door knocker has been finished with a silver colored patina. We have dozens of colors to choose from, and can also match to any color sample. This type of finishing process assures that your hardware products will look beautiful from day one, and for years to come with little or no maintenance.

The ArtFactory.com Difference And Guarantee

It is our belief that when it comes to custom door hardware, you will not find a better product available anywhere at any price. That is why we use only the highest quality materials, and time tested methods of craftsmanship. In fact, we are so confident in the quality of our products and craftsmanship that we guarantee everything forever.

Additionally, we offer our products at factory direct pricing, and custom make every product to your exact specifications. Not only that, but when we say made in the USA we mean it, every product is made in our Scottsdale, Arizona factory. Even over a century later, we are still doing things the same way that we have done since 1913. That means with made in the USA hand craftsmanship, and the finest quality all natural materials. When nothing but the best will do, never settle for the rest. Call ArtFactory.com today at 1-800-292-0008 for a custom quote on our lion head iron door knocker, or any of our other fine art quality door hardware products.

Lion Head Door Knocker Historical Significance

Lion head iron door knockers have been used for centuries as a decorative and functional element for front doors. The use of lion heads in architecture and design dates back to ancient times, where they were often used to convey power, strength, and nobility. During the medieval period, lion heads became a popular decorative element in Gothic architecture, particularly on doorways and entrances to castles and cathedrals. The lion was often seen as a symbol of the power, and might, of the monarchy, and the aristocracy. Its image was used to intimidate, and awe those who visited these structures.

In the Renaissance period, lion head motifs continued to be popular in European art and design, particularly in Italy. Lion heads were often used in sculptures, paintings, and other decorative arts as a symbol of strength, bravery, and leadership. During the 18th and 19th centuries, lion head door knockers became a popular architectural detail in Europe, and North America. They were often made of iron or brass and were prized for their durability and ability to withstand the elements. In the 20th century, the popularity of lion head door knockers continued to grow, and they became a common feature on many types of homes, from grand estates, to more modest dwellings. Today, lion head door knockers can still be found on many homes and buildings around the world, and they continue to be valued for their beauty, symbolism, and functional use. The history of the lion head door knocker can be traced back to ancient times, and over the centuries, they have evolved into one of the most popular decorative, and functional hardware elements for front doors. Even in modern times, they continue to be prized for their beauty and symbolism.