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Golden Woodpecker Polished Brass Door Knocker Elegant Front Door Hardware Fitting

£34.99
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  • UK Standard Delivery by Royal Mail (3 - 5 working days) - £3.50
  • UK Next Business Day Delivery by Royal Mail (Monday - Thursday) - £11.99
  • Free Shipping for UK orders over £75
SKU: 3000097
Beschreibung

The Golden Woodpecker Polished Brass Door Knocker celebrates the quiet poetry of nature and the enduring artistry of traditional brasswork. Hand-cast from solid brass and polished to a lustrous golden sheen, the design captures a woodpecker poised against a tree trunk — alive with detail, from the layered feathers to the subtle texture of bark beneath its form. Every contour has been sculpted with intent, turning a familiar forest moment into a classical architectural accent. Supplied with fittings for straightforward installation, this door knocker is designed to be both functional and beautifully ornamental, creating an entrance that speaks of craftsmanship and character. Like all authentic polished brass pieces, it has been deliberately left unlacquered, allowing it to age naturally. Over time, the surface will gently evolve, developing a soft, antique patina — a transformation cherished by those who value materials that tell their own story. Each season adds depth, tone, and quiet nobility to the golden metal, ensuring that no two pieces age quite the same. The woodpecker, long a symbol of persistence and rhythm, mirrors this process of endurance and renewal. Its steady tapping against the wood once marked the pulse of the forest — a reminder of patience, precision, and the beauty of time at work. With its graceful silhouette and traditional casting, the Golden Woodpecker Polished Brass Door Knocker is not simply a fixture, but a statement of heritage and refinement — a fitting guardian for doors that welcome with both elegance and soul.
Product Dimensions

Total height: 16cm
Width: 5cm
Depth from door (projection): 9cm
Material/Finish

Polished Brass
Delivery & Returns
Delivery Information
UK

We offer the following delivery options within the UK:

  • Standard Delivery: Delivered within 3-5 working days for £3.50.
  • Next Business Day Delivery: Place your order by 11:00 AM Monday to Thursday for next-day delivery at £6.99.
Europe
  • Standard Delivery: Delivered within 5-10 working days for £12.99.
USA
  • Standard Delivery: Delivered within 7-12 working days for £14.99.
Australia
  • Standard Delivery: Delivered within 10-15 working days for £18.99.

For more details, visit our Delivery Information page.

Returns Made Simple

We want you to be completely satisfied with your purchase. Returning items is quick and easy:

  • Items must be unused and in original condition, with all tags attached and in their original packaging.
  • Returns are accepted within 30 days of receipt. Items returned after this period will not be refunded.
  • Customers are responsible for return shipping costs, which are non-refundable.

For faulty or incorrect items, contact us with your order number and photos for assistance.

Visit our Help Centre for more details or to start your return.
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The Tradition of Ageing Brass

For centuries, polished brass has been admired not only for its golden lustre when new but also for the graceful way it changes with time. Left uncoated, brass interacts naturally with its surroundings, slowly deepening in colour as air and touch bring out warmer, darker tones. This process, known as patination, has long been valued in traditional metalwork because it adds depth, character, and a sense of heritage that cannot be achieved through artificial finishes. The appreciation of aged brass stretches back to antiquity. In ancient Rome, polished brass fittings and ornaments were allowed to mature naturally, prized for the mellow richness they gained with the years. During the Georgian and Victorian eras in Britain, unlacquered brass was commonly used in door furniture, railings, and decorative fittings, where its gradual transformation into a deep patina became a hallmark of elegance and permanence. This quality was especially admired in country houses and grand estates, where the passing of time was seen not as wear, but as a sign of authenticity and heritage. The evolution is gradual and unique to each piece. What begins as a bright reflective surface will, over the years, take on a softer, antique-inspired appearance, rich with individuality. Far from diminishing the metal, the patina enhances its authenticity and ensures that brass fittings age with dignity. It is a quality celebrated in historic homes across Europe, where time-worn metals are recognised as marks of continuity, tradition, and enduring craftsmanship.