1980s Swid Powell Robert Venturi Reed Barton Silver Plated Carving Knife Fork Set- a Pair

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Swid Powell Robert Venturi Reed Barton silver-plated Carving Knife Fork Set. Beautiful postmodern carving set with column handle designed by … Read more Swid Powell Robert Venturi Reed Barton silver-plated Carving Knife Fork Set. Beautiful postmodern carving set with column handle designed by Robert Venturi for Swid Powell, and manufactured by Reed & Barton. Both pieces are signed by all three makers. The set is used in great condition, However contains minor scratches throughout, faint nick on fork tines. Includes original box.

Measurements approximated: Knife: 13" long. Fork: 9 3/4" long.


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 See less