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Classica Arabesque

Collection · Classica Europa

An acanthus-volute cartouche wraps the curve of the Classica Round: two symmetrical scrolls unfurl in an S on either side of a central medallion, ready to hold a finial, a heraldic emblem, or stay bare. A silhouette conceived as a jewel case, equally at ease mounted vertically or horizontally: the baroque framing of grand Parisian townhouse pediments brought down to the scale of a cabinet handle, on two mounting points.

The character

Classica Arabesque

A Baroque Setting for Your Patterns

The Classica Arabesque was born of a question of pomp: what if the silhouette served to showcase the pattern, rather than simply hold it?

The ornate cartouche, a central medallion framed by acanthus scrolls, is one of the most iconic compositions in the European ornamental vocabulary. Born in Roman friezes, taken up by Italian engravers of the Quattrocento, then spread by French ornament designers in the 17th and 18th centuries, it appears on the pediments of townhouses, the paneling of antechambers, the marble mantels of fireplaces. Its function has remained the same for twenty centuries: to frame a central motif (coat of arms, monogram, allegory) and give it weight.

The Classica Arabesque takes up this construction and brings it down to the scale of a piece of furniture. The curve of the Classica Round holds the center like a medallion, extended on either side by two symmetrical acanthus scrolls that close into an S. At the center, the space remains open: it welcomes the Rosette for a Renaissance finial, the Lion for a heraldic figure, the Scrollwork for a botanical mise en abyme, or stays bare in the Essential version, when the frame already speaks for itself.

Designed to be as beautiful as it is practical, the Classica Arabesque suits a kitchen, a closet, a dresser, or a sideboard where a stronger sense of presence is called for than a knob alone provides. Its symmetrical composition works equally well vertically or horizontally, depending on whether it's set on a narrow door or a wide drawer, and its two mounting points ensure a firm grip from one end of the cartouche to the other.

Inspiration

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Choose the finish

The finishes available for the Classica Arabesque

The finish determines the material, patina, and look of your handle. The collection’s default finish is shown here, and every other finish is compatible with this silhouette.

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The Holdon choice
Antique Bronze finish - Holdon Paris

A warm, golden brown patina, with softly oxidized areas and others subtly polished. A finish that feels authentic and timeless.

Antique Copper finish - Holdon Paris

A patina in deep, warm brown-orange tones: living, lightly oxidized texture. Warmth and authenticity.

Satin Copper finish - Holdon Paris

A polished copper with luminous orange highlights, soft and silky to the touch.

Candy Red finish - Holdon Paris

A deep, luminous red between lacquer and pearled metal. A signature look, boldly claimed.

Matte Bronze finish - Holdon Paris

A calm, contemporary solid bronze, without excessive shine or a period patina. Warm, understated, premium.

Titanium Gray finish - Holdon Paris

A steel gray with metallic reflections, calm and architectural. Understated modernity, quiet luxury.

Electric Blue finish - Holdon Paris

A vibrant, intense blue: a striking focal point for those who love bold interiors.

Golden Sun finish - Holdon Paris

A warm, sunlit gold, at once precious in its shine and full of contemporary decorative energy.

Silver Gray finish - Holdon Paris

A bright gray with subtle mineral undertones, precise, refined, almost airy.

White Snow finish - Holdon Paris

A pure, sculptural white with a pearlescent shift depending on the angle. Absolute clarity and elegance.

Satin Aluminum finish - Holdon Paris

A silvery metal with soft, contemporary reflections. Understated, luminous, timeless.

Light Emerald finish - Holdon Paris

A deep, luminous green, somewhere between precious emerald and lush contemporary greenery: bold presence, unexpected freshness.

Antique Brass finish - Holdon Paris

A warm, aged brass with a soft golden patina, showing lightly oxidized areas that reveal the depth of the metal beneath. Warmth and timeless nobility.

Satin Brass finish - Holdon Paris

A silky, contemporary polished brass with warm golden highlights. Brass shine in its purest form.

Dark Lilac finish - Holdon Paris

A deep lilac shimmering with a pearlescent sheen, poised between floral softness and unabashed sophistication.

The atelier · Holdon Paris

How is our catalog built?

At Holdon, every handle is designed as a piece of jewelry for furniture, born in our Paris atelier from a dialogue between three voices.

The material

A noble material we cast in Paris, revealed in a finish through its sheen, its color, or its patina.

The shape

A true shape, chosen the way one chooses a goldsmith’s line, taking form in a precise silhouette.

The pattern

A cabinet handle pattern that lets the art of ornament or sculpture speak, available in every size.

Choose the pattern

Available patterns

Cracking the uniformity of handles by adding patterns to the base shapes. Ornamental patterns, light and understated, or patterns in relief, bold and powerful.

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The handles Classica Arabesque

Each variant combines this silhouette with a finish, a pattern, and a size. Click to order directly.

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Classica Arabesque, M, Satin Copper
Classica Arabesque, M, Satin Copper, 3D sketch
Classica Arabesque, M, Satin Copper, in situ

$60.95

Classica Arabesque, M, Candy Red
Classica Arabesque, M, Candy Red, 3D sketch
Classica Arabesque, M, Candy Red, in situ

$32

Classica Arabesque, M, Matte Bronze
Classica Arabesque, M, Matte Bronze, 3D sketch
Classica Arabesque, M, Matte Bronze, finish comparison

$65.95

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Beyond This Silhouette

The Classica Europa collection

All silhouettes in this collection share this vocabulary of patterns and finishes.

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Figurative Shape

Other silhouettes share this shape across different collections, different registers.

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All shapes

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Frequently asked questions

Your questions about the silhouette Classica Arabesque

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Silhouette, shape, and pattern

What's the Difference Between a Shape, a Silhouette, and a Pattern?

These three words describe three levels. Shape is the broad category: square, round, rectangle, oval, polygon, cylinder, figurative. The Classica Arabesque silhouette is a precise variation within a shape, with its own proportions and character, for example the Palazzo Square within the square shape. Pattern, in turn, sits on top of the silhouette without changing its geometry: nothing (Essential), an ornamental decoration, or a sculptural figure in relief. A single silhouette can therefore host several patterns.

What Does the Classica Arabesque Silhouette Bring, and How to Choose It?

The Classica Arabesque silhouette is the overall line of the piece, its underlying shape, even before the pattern that dresses it. It sets the general style: choose a silhouette that speaks to the piece of furniture first, then decide on the pattern to layer on top. Think of it as the skeleton of the handle, with the pattern as its ornament. If the furniture is already busy, a quiet silhouette will settle it down; if it's understated, the silhouette can afford more presence.

Product and Material

Finishes and Collection

Can We Order a Finish from Another Collection for a Given Silhouette?

No. The finish palette is defined collection by collection: it's part of the visual signature, just like the silhouettes and patterns. The silhouette defines the handle's geometry, but it's the collection that sets the vocabulary of finishes available. If a particular finish catches your eye, start by checking which collection it belongs to: that's likely where you'll find the handle you need.

Delivery, Customs, Payment, and Support

How Long Will It Take to Receive My Handles?

Each handle is made to order in our Paris atelier. Allow an average of 5 to 10 business days for production, plus the carrier's delivery time, which varies by address. You'll receive an email with the tracking number as soon as the shipping label is issued, generally between the 5th and 10th business day after your order.

Are Your Payment Methods Secure? What Payment Options Do You Offer?

We accept all major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express) via Stripe, as well as PayPal. Transactions run through these two international references in online payment: Holdon Paris never sees and never stores your card number, all sensitive data is transmitted encrypted to the platform. The site runs entirely on HTTPS. For large professional orders, bank transfer with a deposit is possible (see architects and professionals).

Can I Return My Order if I Don't Like It?

Yes. French law gives you 14 days from receipt to exercise your right of withdrawal, with no need to justify it. The handles must be returned in their original condition, uninstalled, and return shipping is at your expense unless the error is ours: the refund is issued within 14 days of receipt at our workshop. To start a return, write to us via contact Holdon Paris: we'll send you the address and the process. Custom and personalized pieces are not eligible for the right of withdrawal, since they are made specifically for you.

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