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  4. 7 Chic Doorknockers

7 Chic Doorknockers

By Jenny Kim Updated August 29, 2014
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Pottery Barn Oval Doorknocker

Pottery Barn Oval Doorknocker
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An elegant classic (at an amazing price) that’s subtle enough to work on just any style door.

To buy: $39, potterybarn.com.

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Williams Sonoma Home Pineapple Doorknocker

Williams Sonoma Home Pineapple Doorknocker
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Large and hefty, this piece is made of solid brass and stands 7 inches tall. Did you know that the pineapple is also a symbol of hospitality.

To buy: $98, wshome.com.

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Solid Woodpecker Doorknocker

Solid Woodpecker Doorknocker
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The kids will love it (pull the chain and the bird taps its beak against the “bark”), and it’s the perfect accent for a charming cottage.

To buy: $30, amazon.com.

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Bellacor Iron Art Black Sonoma Doorknocker

Bellacor Iron Art Black Sonoma Doorknocker
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Hand-forged of textured, weathered iron, it has an old-world quality that adds a sense of fine craftsmanship to your house.

To buy: $141, bellacor.com.

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Michael Healy Good Luck Horseshoe Doorknocker

Michael Healy Horseshoe Doorknocker
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The artist uses sand casting (pouring molten metal into sand molds) to create this good luck symbol. Picture it against a deep-red door.

To buy: $80, michaelhealy.com.

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The Hardware Hut Southwest Forge Ball Doorknocker

The Hardware Hut Ball Doorknocker
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Historic-feeling, thanks to simple, graceful lines and an antique brass finish.

To buy: $96, thehardwarehut.com.

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Williamsburg Magnolia Doorknocker

Williamsburg Magnolia Doorknocker
Credit: Touch of Class

The curled petals of this brass bloom—finished in a rich patina—make it pretty enough to hang just as decoration. And contrary to the soft visual, it’s incredibly sturdy.

To buy: $40, touchofclass.com.

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