01 The story

From Sketch to Table

Decò revisits the vitality and decorative confidence of the Roaring Twenties. Strong outlines and elegant period references bring the glamour of Art Deco to a collection designed for both formal occasions and expressive everyday tables.

From Sketch to Table
02 The details

The Details

18/10 stainless steel. Monobloc / solid-handle table knives. The carefully finished stainless steel brings clarity to the collection’s lines, proportions and decorative details, creating a refined play of light across the table.

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The taper.
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The balance point.
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The finish.
03 The maker

Sambonet

When designing for the table, the focus is balance, restraint and the feeling of holding something that already belongs in your hand.

 at the table
Designer
Product guide

Questions about Sambonet Decò Cutlery Set — 60 Pieces

What happens when Decò’s 1920s elegance is repeated across twelve place settings?

The collection begins to shape the atmosphere of the entire table. Across twelve settings, Decò’s polished surfaces and classical proportions create a repeated rhythm that feels celebratory without becoming overly formal. The result is a large table with a clear sense of occasion.

Why do the smaller dessert pieces matter in a sixty-piece setting?

Because they allow the visual language of Decò to continue after the main course. As larger plates and utensils are cleared, cake forks and tea spoons keep the collection present at a more intimate scale, carrying the same sense of elegance into dessert and coffee.

Can a table for twelve feel glamorous without feeling crowded?

Yes. Decò relies on proportion and polished steel rather than dense ornament, so repetition creates coherence instead of visual noise. Sixty pieces can therefore give a large table presence while still leaving space for porcelain, glassware, flowers and food to define the setting.

What happens when twelve polished place settings begin catching the same candlelight?

The reflections start to connect the table. Each piece picks up slightly different fragments of light, glass and movement, but together they create a consistent luminous rhythm. In Decò, that reflective quality reinforces the collection’s association with the glamour and sociability of the Roaring Twenties.

Why might sixty pieces be the most effortless way to bring Decò’s spirit to a large dinner?

Because the set balances completeness with restraint. Twelve guests receive a consistent place setting that can carry the meal into its final courses, while the overall composition remains visually calm. Decò’s historical reference gives the table character; its simplicity keeps that character easy to live with.