Cutlery set (103) - .800 silver

Rare and Imposing Service in 800 Silver - by Di Cristofalo (Palermo) - 103 Pieces - Sicilian Baroque Design - Second Half of the 20th Century.
Description:
Up for auction is a monumental set of solid 800 silver cutlery, a masterpiece of the illustrious Sicilian silversmithing tradition. The set was crafted by the prestigious Di Cristofalo company of Palermo (mark 77 PA), synonymous with luxury and the highest quality craftsmanship in the second half of the 20th century.
The design is a sumptuous Sicilian Baroque ( eighteenth-century model), with terminals richly decorated in repoussé featuring volutes and shells, which give each piece extraordinary heft and a striking presence.
Composition of the Service (103 Pieces):
The set is exceptionally complete, ideal for formal banquets for up to 12 guests:
12 Table Spoons
24 Table Forks (double set for different courses)
12 Large Table Knives
12 Medium Knives
24 Tea/Coffee/Dessert Spoons
12 Fruit/Dessert Forks
3 Pieces for Fish Service
2 Pieces for Salad Service (with terminals in natural material)
1 Large Ladle (Coppino)
1 Cake/Pie Server
Technical Details:
Total Gross Weight: approximately 7,983 g
Hallmark: 800 and 77 PA (Di Cristofalo, Palermo)
Condition: Excellent vintage condition, with beautiful original patina. High-quality stainless steel blades.
Accessories: The service is accompanied by anti-oxidation protective cloths.
Expert Note:
The Di Cristofalo signature is among the most sought after for Southern Italian silverware. The completeness of the set (103 pieces) and the inclusion of the medium knives and fish pieces make it an extremely rare lot on the international market. It is stored in cases marked Cesa 1882, but the producer is Di Cristofalo.