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Why do old doors have knobs in the middle?
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Some older doors have knobs in the middle because the symmetry of this design was popular in many parts of Europe. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a large collection of antique and modern doors from some of the world’s top sellers.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Decorated Ceramic Door or Drawer Handles or Knobs Mid-Century Modern Italy 70/80
Located in Palermo, IT
Rare pair of enameled and decorated ceramic knobs or handles. Made in Italy around the 70s. Please
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Doors and Gates
Materials
Ceramic
Pair of Art Sculptural Bronze Door Knobs, 1960s
Located in Den Haag, NL
Pair of art sculptural bronze door knobs, 1960s. Very well crafted pieces.
Category
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Doors and Gates
Materials
Brass
$1,011 / set
Midcentury Lounge Door Knobs in Brass & Glass by Verrina Sweden, 1970s, Set of 5
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A rare set of Swedish door handles / doorknob set by the company Verrina Sweden. Made during the
Category
Vintage 1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Doors and Gates
Materials
Brass
$1,568 Sale Price / set
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Handles Round Knobs in Brass Italy 1950s Gold Color
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Handles round Knobs in satin brass Italy 1950s gold color.
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Doors and Gates
Materials
Brass
1950s small French chromed knobs handles for nightstands, cupboards, drawers ...
Located in London, Fitzrovia
1930s to 50's French modernist chromed metal spherical knobs / handles for nightstands, cupboards
Category
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Doors and Gates
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Large 1950s French chromed knobs handles for nightstands, cupboards, drawers ...
Located in London, Fitzrovia
1930s to 50's large French modernist chromed metal spherical knobs / handles for nightstands
Category
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Doors and Gates
Materials
Metal, Chrome
