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Knocker
Work Description
The doorknob, consisting of a fixed and movable part, has the form of a moon-star.
Type
Iron – Brass
Era
20th century
Size
24x15cm.
Story
“During the Ottoman period, there were two knobs on the doors, one that makes a deep-full and
one that makes a high-pitched sound. Men used to use the full-voiced one, and women used the
other. This way, it would be clear before opening the door whether the guest coming home is a
woman or a man. “