Vtg 1976 Alessi "Programma 8" Seven Piece Salad Set Franco Sargiani& Eija Helander Designers Original Folder Instructions Made In Italy
Vtg 1976 Alessi "Programma 8" Seven Piece Salad Set Franco Sargiani& Eija Helander Designers Original Folder Instructions Made In Italy
Vtg 1976 Alessi "Programma 8" Seven Piece Salad Set Franco Sargiani & Eija Helander Designers Original Folder & Instructions Made In Italy
This set is from our vast collection of all things vintage.
It is from 1976, made in Italy.
The set includes the 18/10 stainless steel serving tray 15" x 9" x 1 1/2". On the verse is the round black Alessi label. Show some wear but overall stunning and a beautiful serving piece alone or with the set. The tray weighs 1 lb. 9 ozs.
The black stand for the cylinder containers is 9" x 3" x 1 1/2" deep with four holes for the salt and pepper shakers (not included) and the two glass oil and vinegar dosers. On the verse is embossed Alessi Italy. It weighs 11 ozs,
The oil and vinegar dosers are 4 3/4" x 2". One lid comes off easily and one lid is stuck. Certainly can be gently removed. Please see the photos. On each piece there is a small gold label: Lead Crystal over 24% P. b. O. Made in Italy Exclusively for Alessi. Weight together is 1 lb. 1 oz.
The black 2 piece salad set is 11' long. They both show some ware. Embossed on the inside of each piece is Alessi Italia. Weight is 5 oz.
The salad bowl is truly a piece of art. 8 1/2" x 8 1/2". The width of the wood is 1/2". Wonderful construction at the base. The coloring and the grain of the wood is fabulous. On the verse is the silver label 18/10 Stainless Alessi Made In Italy. Weight 1 lb. 9 oz.
The folder alone is suitable for framing. Just an amazing set. The picture of our set is in the lower right hand corner. The verse shows the pieces from all the various sets and size. Also the history of "Programma 8" and the bios of the two designers, Franco Sargiani and Eija Helander.
"Programma 8":
Designed for Alessi by Franco Sargiani and Eija Helander, the Programma stems from the precise need to offer a complete and systematic table service for home living.
There is so much to tell about this set. Many more photos available just not enough space.
This is a one of a kind, unique vintage work of Italian ingenuity, design and art.
The glory of these pieces is that they can be presented as a set or used individually.
Please see the photos to complete the description.
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