Christofle

Vertigo Salt and pepper set metal / Andrée Putman, 2002

Vertigo tells the story of a beautiful encounter: the collaboration between the famous silverware company, Christofle, and Andrée Putman. a leading light from the world of design (1925 – 2013). Vertigo, designed by the famous pioneer of interior and industrial design, showcases Andrée Putman's creative genius. Her iconic, age-defying work set the standard for the world of design. The Vertigo collection, designed in 2002, brilliantly showcases Putman's design philosophy, combining simplicity and purity with functionality. The collection is characterized by a bold motif: a tactile and deliberately asymmetric ring that can be found on each piece. "The ring may look different, depending on the model, but the design remains the same and it performs the same function." It's a sort of twist, a complicit nod, that I've incorporated into the entire collection - something I often do with my designs," explains Andrée Putman. Each piece is a visual work of art, combining fluid lines and a streamlined aesthetic. Vertigo's subtle asymmetry lends each object a unique and modern feel. This ultra-sophisticated, silver-plated collection comprises several pieces for everyday use, aimed at individuals as well fine hotels and restaurants, both in France and abroad. There's a whole range of silverware so you can create an elegant, attractive table that will delight all your guests! "The ring may look different, depending on the model, but the design remains the same and it performs the same function." It's a kind of twist, as the Americans would say, a knowing wink, that I've incorporated into the design, something I often do in my work," observes Andrée Putman. Christofle has been renowned for its expertise in silverware for centuries and brings to this collection its seal of quality and reputation for excellent craftsmanship. Each piece is the product of unrivalled expertise and devotion to excellence, offering every user a unique experience.

In detail:

• Variation : Silver metal

• Brand : Christofle

• Designer : Andrée Putman

• Type : Salt and pepper set

• Colour : Silver Metal

• Material : Silvery metal

• Dimensions : Ø 3 x H 11 cm
• Weight : 1.1 lb
• Characteristics : Collection designed by Andrée Putman (1925 - 2013) - Salt and pepper set - Manufactured entirely by hand in the Yainville (Normandy) factory in France, using traditional techniques