Calegaro - Cutlery set for 12 (36) - .800 silver - Silver Laminated

Calegaro Table Knife Sets - 3 complete 12-piece sets - 800 silver - Italy, mid-20th century
Description:
Elegant sets of knives in 800 laminated silver made by the prestigious Calegaro manufactory, historic Italian silversmith founded in 1921 and renowned for artisanal excellence and refined design.
The lot comprises 3 complete sets of 12 pieces each:
• 12 butter knives
• 12 fruit knives
• 12 serving / table knives
Total: 36 pieces

Era and production
Production attributable to the mid-20th century (1950s-1970s), a period when 800 silvered plate was the standard for quality Italian cutlery.
Made in Italy (Padua), during a mature phase of Calegaro production, characterized by:
• traditional artisanal workmanship
• mirror-polished finish and high-quality materials

Style and design
Classic Italian / sober Neoclassical style
Handles with elegant and linear decoration, typical of mid-century production
• Design balanced between tradition and functionality
• Perfect for both everyday use and collection
Not heavy Baroque: it is a cleaner, more refined style, much appreciated today.