Window Knob: Melanzana Dominioni Handle
The Melanzana window handle, designed between 1959 and 1962 by Luigi Caccia Dominioni, embodies a vision of design as an extension of architecture: elegant, intelligent, and deeply functional. Its name, melanzana (Italian for “eggplant”), evokes its full, organic curves, while its slightly angled axis offers an intuitive grip. This subtle asymmetry reflects Dominioni’s humanistic approach, for whom ease of use and formal quality always went hand in hand.
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| Product Type |
T-shaped window handles |
|---|---|
| Material |
Brass |
| Available Dimensions (W x D x H) | 90 x 79 x 32 mm |
| Available Center-to-Center Distances | 43 mm |
| Available sizes | One size fits all |
| Available finishes | Glossy Chrome, Matte Chrome, Glossy Gold, Matte Gold, Copper, Bronze |
| Attachments | |
| All available variations |
One size: 90 × 79 × 32 mm - Center-to-center distance: 43 mm - Finish: Bronze - Part No.: OB233274 One size: 90 × 79 × 32 mm - Center-to-center distance: 43 mm - Finish: Polished chrome - Part No.: OB233270 One size: 90 × 79 × 32 mm - Center-to-center distance: 43 mm - Finish: Matte chrome - Part No.: OB233271 One size: 90 × 79 × 32 mm - Center-to-center distance: 43 mm - Finish: Copper - Part No.: OB233275 One size: 90 × 79 × 32 mm - Center-to-center distance: 43 mm - Finish: Shiny gold - Part No.: OB233272 One size: 90 × 79 × 32 mm - Center-to-center distance: 43 mm - Finish: Matte gold - Part No.: OB233273 |
Description
Melanzana – the balanced window handle
The Melanzanawindow handle is an iconic creation by Luigi Caccia Dominioni, a leading figure in 20th-century Milanese design and architecture. Designed between 1959 and 1962, this piece perfectly embodies Dominioni’s vision: design conceived as an extension of architecture, where function serves form with elegance and intelligence. True to his modernist sensibility, he envisioned a soft, asymmetrical, almost organic handle: a sculptural object with an evocative name (melanzana, Italian for “eggplant”), which echoes its full, balanced curves.
But behind this understated aesthetic lies a careful consideration of the object’s use: the handle’s axis is slightly angled and offset from the base to provide a more intuitive and ergonomic grip. This design choice—both subtle and functional—reveals Dominioni’s humanistic approach, as he always sought to enhance the user experience without sacrificing the object’s beauty.
Crafted from solid brass and available in a range of refined finishes, the Melanzana is produced with a blend of industrial precision and artisanal craftsmanship. It is designed for those who believe that every architectural detail, no matter how small, should convey meaning, memory, and style.
Why choose the Melanzana window handle?
✔ Sleek, harmonious design with gentle curves
✔ Natural, comfortable, and intuitive to use
✔ Blends easily into contemporary interiors
✔ Wide selection of high-end finishes
✔ 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
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