ANTIQUE DOOR KNOCKER
A genuine antique Maltese solid brass door knocker modelled upon a stylised dolphin or mythical sea creature theme, manufactured by the Cutajar Works, Malta. It is a substantial casting (for its size) and weighs in excess of 1.2kg. It comes with the strike plate shown. It is ideal for a coastal or nautical themed property.
Date: early 20th Century
Condition. Good functional condition and ready for installation. It has been left uncleaned and has tarnish, discolouration and verdigris. The strike plate is a replacement which is a bit different in colour but is not really noticeable behind the dolphin head.
Installation guidance notes:
A hole of approximately 8mm will be required to accommodate the main support fixing. The strike plate fixing is straightforward and requires a 6mm hole with a shallow 13mm hole to accommodate the spigot. Both bolts will ideally need to be cut down a little, subject to the thickness of your door. The hole centres are mildly flexible but a gap of roughly 10cm is a guide. If in doubt please consult a competent handyman or carpenter.
Dimensions:
Height: 12.257 cm (4.825") - dolphin only
Projection: 7.920 cm (3.118")
Width: 4.684 cm (1.844")
Strike plate diameter: 4.394 cm (1.730")
Weight: 1.237 kg
Stock number: AC2823