Octopus Silver-Plated and Shell Fruit Bowl

Octopus Silver-Plated and Shell Fruit BowlThe owners of Objet Luxe Mette and Jesper grew up on the Danish coast, so their affinity for the ocean should come as no surprise. Since 2006, Objet Luxe has brought curiosity to the table through fun, quirky concepts that are cast and crafted entirely by hand. This silver plated piece is held up by an animated octopus, with a mosaic of cracked penshell forming the bowl. Please note, as this item is made by hand, irregularities in size and finish are

true to form

The case is finished with palladium locks

The integrated ice-breaker can also be called into service as a lemon squeezer

was one of the first fashion brands to crossover into homewares in 1983

To add character

This 1950s set is a true standout with its unusual optical molded glass pattern and concentric red enamel rings at the base

these high-carbon steel scissors are hand-forged by Osami Mizuike

a specialist printing machine is able to reproduce the classic board onto hand-bound signature cowhide leather

and make an enduring addition to any dining room

Aldo Londi’s designs for Bitossi are carefully thought out from start to finish

glazed and fired again to reach their well-balanced shapes

The design is backed onto 19th-century wool – a repurposed vintage fabric – that’s been modernised to retell age-old crafting stories