Folklore Doorknocker "The Trusty Servent" antique bottles Medium 6" L x 3

Medium 6" L x 3

crazingCountry of Origin: EnglandMaterials: ceramicDimensions: 4" L x 1

never used

founded in the 19th century to provide mutual aid

while the low black lacquered base grounds the form with clean modernist lines

Folklore Doorknocker "The Trusty Servent" antique bottles Medium 6" L x 3English Folklore figure of the "Trusty Servant" doorknocker. It is a figure, part man, part pig, part deer, and part donkey; with a padlock on his mouth, and various other symbols in his hands and about his person, the whole signifying a most valuable character." The original painting of the "Trusty Servant" hangs in Winchester College in England (see photo of painting by artist John Hoskins in 1579). Era: Antique; 19th century Condition: Very Good;