«Silverware»

The tale of silverware is a timeless saga, etched across millennia, resonating with diverse cultures and epochs. From the ancient realms of Egypt, Greece, and Rome, silver artefacts held a dual role, serving both practical and symbolic purposes. They were integral to rituals, festivities, and receptions, epitomizing elevated status.

In the medieval era, silver retained its allure as a luxury, accessible predominantly to the nobility and ecclesiastical leaders. The Renaissance further amplified the popularity of silverware, spurred by advancements in craftsmanship and technology. The twentieth century saw the tradition of silverware persist, albeit with the introduction of novel materials and styles. Concurrently, shifts in lifestyle and silverware culture transformed silverware into an embellisher.

Today, silverware endures as a testament to legacy and a symbol of status. It is an exquisite adornment for the table, a distinctive element of interior design, and a coveted dowry. It claims a place of honour among family heirlooms, possessing profound sentimental value and bridging generations. The gleam of silverware on the dining table, akin to a magical mirror, reflects not merely the sophistication of taste and the status of its possessor, but also the richness of history, culture, and traditions.

Particular regard should be given to collections of silverware, where each item is a unique masterpiece, crafted with meticulous attention to detail and form. This is a veritable theatre on the table, where each element is a distinct actor in the drama of taste and style. Together, they orchestrate a harmonious performance, captivating the imagination and delighting the spectator.

In collaboration with the artists at the House of Lobortas, collectors can conceive and create their own compositions and ensembles, designed to mirror the personality and taste of the future owner. Such collections can encompass an infinite array of objects, each possessing its own character and a peculiar soul, transcending utilitarian function. Adorning the collection with family crests and monograms will render them even more unique and precious to their owners.

Fashioned from noble silver or exquisitely chiselled from fine green jade, the upside-down wine glasses, akin to an hourglass, morph into a maze within intricate patterns of small-shape sculptural plastics. Upon inversion, they transform into a wine glass. The glass, with its tripartite support, is perfectly stable on the surface. A jewellery composition can assume myriad forms, narrating the enigmatic tales of the Chinese Horoscope, zodiac signs, mythical deities, and legendary figures.

Wedding glasses can evolve into a special family heirloom, passed down through generations. Glasses adorned with the personal monogram of the bride and groom or the coat of arms of the future family will truly become a generational treasure, bequeathed to succeeding generations.

Salt, an essential seasoning for virtually every dish, warrants an exquisite salt shaker crafted by fine arts makers, perfectly complementing both daily and festive table settings. Since antiquity, salt has been regarded as a metaphor for wisdom and a symbol of the covenant with God, a symbol of the fullness of the world. Therefore, in crafting such a crucial piece of kitchenware, the artists and artisans of the House attach profound philosophical significance to its artistic allegory. Additionally, salt and pepper shakers may harbour hidden mechanisms, poised to surprise and delight your guests.

A luxurious gift would be unique wine glasses, the narrative of the sculptural composition of which can be the most unusual individual order. The glasses, enveloped in woven patterns, captivate the eye with their elegance and sophistication. Each glint harbours a story that embodies the continuity of generations and the wealth of heritage.

Precious table setting items, lovingly fashioned by the hands of seasoned artisans, metamorphose into genuine works of jewellery art. Sculptural compositions narrate entire stories, on one hand familiar, on the other, interpreted in their unique way by the authors.