Alessi - Achille Castiglioni - Cutlery set (60) - ''Dry'' - 18/10 Steel mirror polished with matte handle

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60-piece Dry cutlery set designed by Achille Castiglioni for Alessi, made of 18/10 mirror‑polished steel with a matte handle, origin Italy, for production after 2000, including fifteen tablespoons, fifteen forks, fifteen knives and fifteen coffee spoons, in unused condition, dishwasher safe and with original packaging.

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Cutlery set of 60 pieces composed of fifteen tablespoons, fifteen table forks, fifteen table knives and fifteen coffee spoons.

This ''Dry'' cutlery set was designed by Achille Castiglioni in 1982, it marks Alessi's debut in cutlery production. Which makes it the most famous and classical cutlery piece produced by the Italian design company. These pieces will be sure to become a contemporary family classic at each table. ''Dry'' features a groundbreaking design that, despite gloomy initial forecasts, amply demonstrated that the iconic and innovative force of its form, together with exceptional tactile pleasure in its use and an excellent finish, are a lot more important to the public than many long-held market prejudices would have us believe.

This ''Dry'' cutlery set is in unused and new condition. Delivered with original packaging and documentation. The cutlery is dishwasher safe.

About Achille Castiglioni:
Born in Milan in 1918, he started work as an architect and designer with his brothers Livio and Pier Giacomo in 1938. One of the great masters of Italian design, he was a founding member of ADI in the fifties. The long list of awards he has received include eight Compassi d'Oro. His activity as a designer is an unmistakable blend of simplicity, irony and fun and it shows his close interest in the way objects are used, in the potential offered by technology and in the use of new materials. Castiglioni designed for many famous brands like Cassina, Olivetti, Driade and Flos. He died in 2002.

Seller's Story

Welcome to Design Ambition! We love discovering interesting design and collectible objects, and sharing them with fellow enthusiasts. Every item is carefully checked for quality and authenticity, and the collection changes regularly—there's always something new to discover.
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Cutlery set of 60 pieces composed of fifteen tablespoons, fifteen table forks, fifteen table knives and fifteen coffee spoons.

This ''Dry'' cutlery set was designed by Achille Castiglioni in 1982, it marks Alessi's debut in cutlery production. Which makes it the most famous and classical cutlery piece produced by the Italian design company. These pieces will be sure to become a contemporary family classic at each table. ''Dry'' features a groundbreaking design that, despite gloomy initial forecasts, amply demonstrated that the iconic and innovative force of its form, together with exceptional tactile pleasure in its use and an excellent finish, are a lot more important to the public than many long-held market prejudices would have us believe.

This ''Dry'' cutlery set is in unused and new condition. Delivered with original packaging and documentation. The cutlery is dishwasher safe.

About Achille Castiglioni:
Born in Milan in 1918, he started work as an architect and designer with his brothers Livio and Pier Giacomo in 1938. One of the great masters of Italian design, he was a founding member of ADI in the fifties. The long list of awards he has received include eight Compassi d'Oro. His activity as a designer is an unmistakable blend of simplicity, irony and fun and it shows his close interest in the way objects are used, in the potential offered by technology and in the use of new materials. Castiglioni designed for many famous brands like Cassina, Olivetti, Driade and Flos. He died in 2002.

Seller's Story

Welcome to Design Ambition! We love discovering interesting design and collectible objects, and sharing them with fellow enthusiasts. Every item is carefully checked for quality and authenticity, and the collection changes regularly—there's always something new to discover.
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Details

Era
1900-2000
No. of items
60
Country of Origin
Italy
Manufacturer/ Brand
Alessi
Material
18/10 Steel mirror polished with matte handle
Designer/Artist/Maker
Achille Castiglioni
Model
''Dry''
Condition
As new - unused
Height
19 cm
Width
4 cm
Depth
2 cm
Estimated Period
After 2000
The NetherlandsVerified
5916
Objects sold
99.77%
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