1950s Schneider Crystal Bowl

1950s Schneider Crystal BowlCharles and Ernest, the brothers behind Schneider, worked for Daum before setting up their own eponymous glass business a detail that explains how they came to be crystal cognoscentis. They were considered some of the finest innovators of their time, which is highlighted in this bowl, complete with trapped bubbles and a chunky base. Please note, this item is a truly original vintage piece with slight imperfections and distinctive characteristics that

5mm graphite lead

designs were often made in studios

are truly captivating

The Sea Turtle napkin rings’ craft tale reflects this

a detail that's a personal favourite of Terry-Ann and Nathalie

This satin-finish crystal drinks goblet was designed with drinks critic James Suckling

It’s a conversation piece no doubt – and the perfect backdrop to a seafood supper

with a striking silhouette reminiscent of a sun shining at full beam

Its unique design features an oval curved handle with stacked discs assembled around the tang of the blade

Yali's Boboli vase is the result of an hours-long process by expert makers who mouth-blow the vessel

To make the most out of its distinctive silhouette

Silvia Cappellini – who runs the Taf Firenze shop today – recounts the story of these only-at-ABASK cocktail napkins and how they were designed by her father-in-law for her mother-in-law to celebrate the first Valentine’s Day in their new shop back in 1954