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Malta door knockers.
I don t think i ve taken that many photos of doors door knockers and shutters in all my travels ever.
Usually in the middle of this ring there is a small ball which hits against a round boss fixed to the door at a lower level.
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The wealthier the household the bigger the door knocker.
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Back in the day these door knockers were very important as they symbolized the status and wealth of the house owner.
Known as il habbata in maltese the knockers largely feature maritime motifs such as dolphins sea horses and fish but i have also spotted a plethora of maltese crosses even delicate brass hands which reminded me of.
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The most extravagant and elaborate knockers were a sign of prosperity and power.
Door knockers were found in numerous motifs shapes and sizes.
A lot of other designs included other animal designs heads and the popular maltese cross.
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Long after the advent of the door bell door knockers il ħabbata in maltese remained a popular feature the final flourish to the house facade and the first welcome to any visitor centuries ago it is believed that people used to scratch on the door rather than knock but once knockers were introduced creativity abounded and they soon began being used as a status symbol.
There are different types of door knockers in malta.
These door knockers give more elegant look to the main door.
The more doors i saw the more photos i took.
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The traditional type consists of a ball or boss with holes at the side from which a heavy semi circular ring hangs.
Malta s bright and beautifully coloured doors and quirky door knockers were like a drug to me and my camera.
The mediterranean island nation of malta may be diminutive but its limestone buildings distinctive door knockers and knobs make a big impression.
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Made from ceramic metal or brass they often featured maritime motifs such as dolphins sea horses and fish.
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