Massive Green Man Door Knocker | Heavy-Duty Cast Iron, 50 cm

Massive Green Man Door Knocker | Heavy-Duty Cast Iron, 50.5 cm

Where This Door Knocker Belongs

Thanks to its staggering size and expressive design, this knocker will become the dominant feature of any entrance. It is ideal for massive, solid wood doors, where it will create an unforgettable first impression and give your home a unique, almost majestic character. It is equally breathtaking on the large gates of a farmstead, courtyard, or country estate. For lovers of Celtic culture, fantasy, and mythology, it can also adorn an interior door to a study, library, or private club.

Guardian of the Threshold: The Symbolism of the Green Man

The Green Man is an ancient archetype whose image is found across cultures and centuries. In Celtic tradition, he symbolizes the untamed force of nature, the cycle of birth, death, and rebirth, as well as fertility and growth. His face, woven from leaves and vines, represents the deep connection between humanity and the natural world. To place him on your door is to invite the very spirit of the forest into your home as a protector and a symbol of abundance.

A Note from History

Faces of the Green Man, carved in stone or wood, appeared frequently in Christian churches and cathedrals across Europe from the 11th century onwards, with famous examples in Bamberg Cathedral, Exeter Cathedral, and the Rosslyn Chapel. As strange as it may seem, this pagan symbol was adopted and integrated into church decoration by clergy as a powerful reminder of resurrection and eternal life.

Installation and Care

Given the substantial weight of this door knocker, ensuring a safe and secure mounting is absolutely crucial. Improper installation could lead to damage to your door.

How to Install Your Door Knocker

Position the knocker on the door, level it, and mark the centers of the three mounting holes. We highly recommend drilling completely through the door and fastening the knocker using strong through-bolts with nuts and washers on the interior side. This method distributes the significant weight of the knocker and ensures it will remain absolutely secure for many years to come.

How to Care for Your Door Knocker

Thanks to the durable finish of burnt-oil blackening, this knocker is virtually maintenance-free. For routine cleaning, simply wipe it free of dust and dirt. To refresh the colour and enhance its protection, you can treat the surface with a thin layer of linseed oil every few years.

Important Safety Notice

Before beginning installation, please ensure that the material and construction of your door or gate are sufficiently robust to support the knocker's weight of nearly 4.4 kg (approx. 9.7 lbs). We strongly advise against installation on hollow-core, lightweight, or non-durable doors.

Product Specifications

• Material: Solid Cast Iron
• Finish: Blackened with Burnt Oil
• Total Height: 50.5 cm (approx. 19.9 inches)
• Total Width: 20 cm (approx. 7.9 inches)
• Inner Diameter of Knocker Ring: Approx. 11 x 12 cm (approx. 4.3 x 4.7 inches)
• Mounting Hole Diameter: 4 mm
• Weight: Approx. 4.4 kg (approx. 9.7 lbs)
• Please Note: Mounting hardware (bolts/screws) is not included.

A quality product by House of Warfare.