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Create a lasting impression with antique drawer pulls, vintage handles and brass knobs. The impact of using correct decorative hardware should not be underestimated. Quality, furniture period and style require consideration as well as overall appearance when replacing antique drawer pulls, vintage handles and brass knobs. Period designs and furniture makers influenced brass manufacturing methods of decorative hardware. Each furniture period had its own distinct style. Many styles of antique drawer pulls remain popular. Chippendale pulls were often cast brass where as Hepplewhite drawer pulls were stamped brass with delicate decorations. Decorative hardware ranged from simple Chippendale bail handles to elaborate Victorian pulls. Carved wood drawer handles, porcelain knobs, glass pulls and black iron handles accented many country kitchens. Mission pulls represented the organic Arts and Crafts movement offset by Art Deco drawer handles with their streamlined, modern look. The diversity of antique drawer pulls and their individual sculptural form adds a uniqueness to modern and aged furnishings.
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