| Set of 12 | Mid-Century Silver-Plated Ducks Knife Rests

| Set of 12 | Mid-Century Silver-Plated Ducks Knife RestsDuring the mid 20th century, silverware was gradually becoming more accessible to a wider audience, a shift which led to greater experimentation with table settings and decorations, from austere Scandi inspired minimalism to detailed pieces with a more whimsical bent. Animal forms became a popular way to add an element of fun to functional flatware, often evoking a dreamy pastoral lifestyleeven if the diners were in fact gathered in a city penthouse.

style it draped off one shoulder with the sleeves gently rolled

has something to keep all generations amused

Once it's unravelled

This 1950s pitcher-shaped vase is a more austere Accolay piece that makes simplicity its focus

with hand-painted depictions of abstract flowers leaping out from the rich hue

Jensen and Overgaard created these clip-on earrings from 1990

this cribbage board features a large playing surface with engraved scoring tracks and a beautifully finished exterior

Giobagnara’s Jupiter rotating raised tray brings sculptural presence to the act of serving

It feature a sculptural stopper and a spiral body

hailing from the Angelina collection

and this wastepaper bin is no exception

Weavers work with with naturally dyed guinea grass