Vintage 24-Karat Gold-Plated Cocktail Set from Guzzini, Italy, 1970s, Set of 4

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A beautiful and refined Italian cocktail set by Rede Guzzini, preserved in its original box and complete with its original … Read more A beautiful and refined Italian cocktail set by Rede Guzzini, preserved in its original box and complete with its original certificate of control. Coming from old dead stock and never used, this is a rare find: a set that has remained beautifully preserved over time, retaining the charm, freshness and authenticity of an object discovered from untouched period inventory. The set belongs to the prestigious “Gold Plate” collection by Rede Guzzini, finished with a 24-karat galvanic gold plating, as stated on the original documentation. The warm golden surface gives each piece a precious, jewel-like presence, while the clean functional forms express the elegant sophistication of Italian table accessories from the 1970s. The set includes four cocktail tools, each with a distinctive elongated bakelite handle. The contrast between the glossy cream-toned handles, the darker smoked detail on one piece and the rich gold-plated metal creates a refined and highly decorative visual balance. The shapes are elegant and precise: a strainer with circular spring detail, a small measuring cup, a long mixing spoon and a bottle opener/cocktail tool. What makes this set particularly special is its exceptional state of preservation. It comes from dead stock, has never been used, and is still accompanied by its original Rede Guzzini box, certificate of control and period paper inserts. These surviving elements make it especially appealing for collectors of Italian design, vintage barware and rare decorative objects. More than a simple bar accessory, this set captures a very specific idea of Italian lifestyle: elegant, functional, glamorous and full of character. It would be perfect displayed on a bar cabinet, cocktail trolley or open shelf, but also as a precious gift for a collector or design enthusiast. Care note: As indicated in the original Rede Guzzini documentation, objects belonging to the Gold Plate collection are finished with a 24-karat galvanic gold plating and should be cleaned only with ethyl alcohol. This piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
official proof of authenticity,
however it is well documented in design history. I take full responsibility for any authenticity



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