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English Cathedrals - Knocker, Durham Cathedral
English Cathedrals - Knocker, Durham Cathedral - Fabulous Monster door Knocker. Part of Box 144 Boswell Collection - English Cathedrals. The Sanctuary Knocker or hagoday is an ornamental knocker on the door of a cathedral. Under medieval English common law, these instruments supposedly afforded the right of asylum to anybody who touched them. Examples of Sanctuary Knockers can be found on Durham Cathedral, ( the St. Nicholas church in Gloucester and the Church of the Holy Trinity, Stratford-upon-Avon). By 1623, the laws permitting church sanctuary had been overturned by parliament. Date: circa 1900
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This photograph showcases the intricately designed Sanctuary Knocker on the historic Durham Cathedral in England. The Durham Cathedral, also known as the Cathedral Church of Christ, Blessed Mary the Virgin and St. Cuthbert of Durham, is a magnificent example of Norman and Gothic architecture. The Sanctuary Knocker, or hagday, is an ornamental door knocker that holds a rich historical significance. Under medieval English common law, these knockers were believed to grant the right of asylum to anyone who touched them. This tradition is said to date back to the early Christian period, providing a refuge for those seeking protection from persecution or the law. The Durham Cathedral's Sanctuary Knocker is one of several remaining examples in England, with others found at the St. Nicholas church in Gloucester and the Church of the Holy Trinity in Stratford-upon-Avon. Despite its historical significance, by 1623, the laws permitting church sanctuary had been overturned by parliament. Nevertheless, the Sanctuary Knocker remains an enduring symbol of the cathedral's rich history and the intriguing customs of medieval England. This photograph, taken circa 1900, captures the fabulous monster design of the Durham Cathedral's Sanctuary Knocker, which adds to the allure and mystery of this remarkable architectural masterpiece.
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