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Pair of A. Branzi Door Handles

Designed in 1994 by Andrea Branzi, a leading figure in Italian design and co-founder of the Archizoom movement, the A. Branzihandle embodies an artistic and poetic vision of design. True to his critical approach, Branzi challenges traditional conventions by proposing a supple, fluid, and almost organic form that is both intriguing and sensual. Through this gesture, he transforms an everyday object into a unique aesthetic experience.

This pair of door handles is intended for:

  • on newer doors (mortise locks);
  • for doors between 38 mm and 40 mm thick (standard thickness). This handle comes with a 7 mm square spindle and the adapters needed for installation.
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Additional Information

Product Type

Door handles

Material

Brass

Available Dimensions (W x D x H) 146 x 69 x 47 mm
Available finishes Matte Chrome, Shiny Gold
Selecting Options

With standard key escutcheons (L), With Y-shaped key escutcheons, With deadbolt (WC – bathroom)

Door Compatibility

Standard-thickness doors (between 38 mm and 40 mm)

Width of the square

7 mm square (for standard doors)

Square included Yes
Attachments
All available variations 146 × 69 × 47 mm - Finish: Matte chrome - With lock (toilet - bathroom) - Part No.: 00085 - 00748
146 × 69 × 47 mm - Finish: Matte chrome - With Y-shaped key escutcheons - Part No.: 86
146 × 69 × 47 mm - Finish: Matte chrome - With standard key escutcheons (L) - Ref.: 85
146 × 69 × 47 mm - Finish: Polished gold - With interlock (toilet - bathroom) - Ref.: 03562 - 04203
146 × 69 × 47 mm - Finish: Shiny gold - With Y-shaped key escutcheons - Part No.: 3563
146 × 69 × 47 mm - Finish: Shiny gold - With standard key escutcheons (L) - Part No.: 3562

Description

A. Branzi – The Door Knob Conceived as a Work of Art

Designed in 1994 by Andrea Branzi, a leading figure in Italian design, the A. Branzidoorknob is much more than a simple functional accessory: it is an artistic and conceptual statement, true to its creator’s humanistic and poetic approach. Branzi, co-founder of the Italian radical design movement Archizoom, has spent his entire career blurring the boundaries between art, design, and architecture. With this doorknob, he applies this philosophy to an everyday object, infusing it with an unexpected softness and subtle humor.

Andrea Branzi did not seek to replicate the standards of industrial design; he sought to challenge them. With “A. Branzi,” he presents a form that is entirely rounded, fluid, and supple in appearance, seeming almost distorted by the artist’s hand. This tension, typical of Branzi, gives rise to a handle that intrigues as much as it captivates.

The shape of the handle naturally fits the hand. It invites a gentle, fluid tactile interaction, breaking away from the rigid lines of many traditional handles. The object seems to welcome the hand, as if it were bending slightly upon contact. This focus on comfort and emotional engagement during use reflects one of the central themes of Branzi’s work: placing people and sensory experience at the heart of the design of even the most modest objects.

Choosing this pair of door handles means bringing an artistic touch into your home or workplace. It’s also a tribute to a designer who has profoundly shaped contemporary design thinking in Italy and beyond. Andrea Branzi has always viewed objects as a means of cultural—almost philosophical—expression. This handle embodies that idea perfectly: it doesn’t merely serve a functional purpose, but engages with the user, provokes thought, and delights, all while remaining intensely beautiful.

Why choose the A. Branzi door handle?

✔ Created by one of the most influential thinkers in contemporary design
✔ Branzi transforms an ordinary object into a sensory experience
✔ Combines refined aesthetics with advanced functionality
✔ High-end craftsmanship, made in Italy
✔ Ideal for both renovation and new construction projects

Our commitments to give you peace of mind: 

  • At La Quincaillerie, we have made it a point of honor to offer a carefully curated selection of door handles, furniture handles, and decorative accessories since 1958.
  • 3 stores in Paris, where our interior design experts are passionate about helping you
  • Responsive and accessible customer service, based in France
  • High-quality products that have been tested, carefully selected, and are durable, and are delivered with care

Practical Questions

What finish should you choose for an interior door?

All of the available finishes are suitable for use on interior doors.

– The following finishes come with a 10-year warranty: glossy chrome, matte chrome, copper, bronze, and anthracite.

– The following finishes come with a 30-year warranty: matte stainless steel, polished nickel, matte nickel, polished gold, and matte gold.

Which finish should you choose for an outdoor installation?

The finish you choose will affect its durability outdoors.

For this line of handles, you can choose any finish except black, white, and chrome (matte and glossy), which are less durable.

All other finishes come with a 10-year warranty, and in some cases even a 30-year warranty (PVD finishes: matte stainless steel, glossy nickel, matte nickel, copper, bronze, matte gold, and glossy gold).

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