Vintage Mid-Century Italian Ornate Silver-Plated Salad Servers - Pair

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A spectacular vintage pair of Italian silver-plated salad serving utensils, heavily detailed with classic Grand Tour and Baroque revival motifs. … Read more A spectacular vintage pair of Italian silver-plated salad serving utensils, heavily detailed with classic Grand Tour and Baroque revival motifs. Crafted in Italy during the mid-20th century, this oversized serving fork and spoon set features incredibly crisp, high-relief repoussé work.

The handles are crowned with proud, dimensional rampant lions perched above delicate fleur-de-lis emblems. The shafts and bowls are a maximalist dream, beautifully depicting playful cherubs (putti) lounging in an architectural garden setting surrounded by winding floral scrolls, vines, and ornate acanthus leaves.

Left unpolished to preserve its stunning, authentic deep-set patina, the oxidation perfectly accentuates the dramatic depth and theatrical details of the metalwork. A magnificent, tactile statement piece for a Hollywood Regency, Grandmillennial, or maximalist tablescape.

Period: circa 1950s / 1960s

Styles: Baroque, Rococo, Hollywood Regency, Italian Florentine

Place of Origin: Italy

Materials: Silver-Plate over Base Metal

Condition: Excellent vintage condition with a rich, dark aged patina in the recessed details. Minor light surface wear consistent with age and gentle use. Can be polished to a bright shine if preferred. See less