French Lion & Snake Cast Iron Door Knocker w/ Strike Plate

Description

French Lion & Snake Cast Iron Door Knocker w/ Strike Plate
A resounding knock worthy of any castle.
Treat your guests like royalty
with our cast iron sculptural Lion and the Snake door knocker. A reproduction of the French emblems-a lion representing Louis Philippe I, the last King of the French, who ascended the throne in 1830 under the sign of Leo, and the snake depicted as the many-headed serpent-symbolizing enlightenment and the approval of the people and political change. To celebrate, the image was included in many statues and artistic creations. The artist of this elegant door knocker sculpted the lion with a thick mane framing his proud countenance in tufts and curls. Sand-cast in foundry iron using an age old four step method, our two piece Lion and Snake cast iron door knocker with strike plate will grace any door, office or make a thoughtful housewarming gift. Hardware not included with our cast iron sculptural Lion and the Snake door knocker. A reproduction of the French emblems-a lion representing Louis Philippe I, the last King of the French, who ascended the throne in 1830 under the sign of Leo, and the snake depicted as the many-headed serpent-symbolizing enlightenment and the approval of the people and political change. To celebrate, the image was included in many statues and artistic creations. The artist of this elegant door knocker sculpted the lion with a thick mane framing his proud countenance in tufts and curls. Sand-cast in foundry iron using an age old four step method, our two piece Lion and Snake cast iron door knocker with strike plate will grace any door, office or make a thoughtful housewarming gift. Hardware not included.
9"Wx1½"Dx6½"H. 2 lbs.
Lion has 2 screw holes for mounting
Strike plate has 1 hole for mounting
Screw hole diameter: ¼"
Distance between the two screw holes: 3½"
Distance from top two screw holes to striking plate: 4½"
Hardware Not Included.
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SHIPPING TIME: approximately 10 business days from payment...2 weeks.
I ship worldwide however, Buyer will pay for all shipping and handling costs for shipments to Alaska and Hawaii, P.O., FPO or APO boxes, and American held territories.  Please email with zip code for a shipping quote if this item is being sent to any of these. International buyer will pay for all Shipping and Handling costs. International Buyers - Please Note: Import Duties, taxes and charges are not included in the item price or shipping charges. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to buying. Buy It Now must be paid in US Dollars.
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