Description
A beautiful, chic and substantial set of designer Postmodern sterling silver-plate serving, salad or platter spoons with a Neoclassical pillar column handle design, designed by Robert Venturi for Swid Powell, circa 1990s. Each measure: 14.25" long. Pieces where manufactured by Reed & Barton for Swid Powell. All pieces bare designer and maker's mark's on back of spoon(s) as show in images #10 and 11. A great set for summer, holiday, home entertaining, etc.
About Designer: "Robert Venturi interprets the three classic orders of architecture in contemporary carving set and plater spoon. Winner of the International Table top Award for design excellence, the Venturi Carving Set has silver-plated handles an stainless steel blades and tines. Substantial in weight, yet perfectly balanced, the coordinating Venturi Platter Spoon is crafted of silver-plate. Considered the Father of Postmodern Design, Venturi's architectural designs have made him one of the greatest architect's of our time." Swid Powell.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: - Good to very good condition as show in images.
Origin:
United States
Creator:
Brand: Reed and Barton; Designer: Robert Venturi
Materials & Techniques:
Metal
Details:
Country of Origin: United States
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
About Designer: "Robert Venturi interprets the three classic orders of architecture in contemporary carving set and plater spoon. Winner of the International Table top Award for design excellence, the Venturi Carving Set has silver-plated handles an stainless steel blades and tines. Substantial in weight, yet perfectly balanced, the coordinating Venturi Platter Spoon is crafted of silver-plate. Considered the Father of Postmodern Design, Venturi's architectural designs have made him one of the greatest architect's of our time." Swid Powell.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: - Good to very good condition as show in images.
Origin:
United States
Creator:
Brand: Reed and Barton; Designer: Robert Venturi
Materials & Techniques:
Metal
Details:
Country of Origin: United States
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Condition
Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; - Good to very good condition as show in images.
Buyer's Premium
20%
Dimensions
14.25 x 2 x 1 in
Robert Venturi Postmodern Serving Spoons Neoclassical Column Design Swid Powell, Pair
Estimate $1,400-$2,220
Starting Bid
$700
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