From Sketch to Table
Renessanse begins with nature and ornament. The line carries references to Jugendstil and the decorative rhythm of the natural world.
Renessanse begins with nature and ornament. The line carries references to Jugendstil and the decorative rhythm of the natural world.
Curves move across the handle with a floral, architectural character. The detail gives the piece its historical depth.
Haakon Amundsen designed the Renessanse cutlery for Hardanger Bestikk.
Haakon Amundsen
The Renessanse 48-piece set creates a complete table setting for 12 people. It includes 12 dinner knives, 12 dinner forks, 12 dinner spoons and 12 teaspoons. Together, the four essential pieces allow Renessanse's classical proportions, deep decorative detailing and distinctive character to create a coherent and elegant rhythm around the table.
Designed by Haakon Amundsen in 1978, Renessanse combines a classical expression with references to Art Nouveau and the organic forms associated with nature. Its flowing decorative details give the collection a cultured and almost historic character, while the restrained proportions allow it to remain relevant around a contemporary table.
Renessanse is recognised by its pronounced, deeply engraved detailing and its softly classical proportions. The decorative language carries clear references to Art Nouveau, where nature-inspired forms and flowing lines became central to the design vocabulary. In Renessanse, these elements give the cutlery depth and character without overwhelming the overall table setting.
Renessanse is made from 18/10 stainless steel and is dishwasher-safe. The dinner knife measures 20 cm, the dinner fork 19 cm, the dinner spoon 19 cm and the teaspoon 13 cm. The compact proportions balance the collection's decorative character and help give each piece a composed and comfortable presence in the hand.
Renessanse was designed by Haakon Amundsen for Hardanger Bestikk and introduced in 1978. The collection translates Art Nouveau references and nature-inspired ornament into functional Scandinavian cutlery, creating a distinctive meeting between decorative heritage and everyday use. Its enduring character has allowed Renessanse to remain part of life around the table for decades.