Vintage 1970s Viners Stainless Steel 'Shape' Pattern Dessert Knives 8" Set of 6

Vintage 1970s Viners Stainless Steel 'Shape' Pattern Dessert Knives 8" Set of 6 This vintage set of six dessert knives is marked, 'Viners International Stainless Steel' on the front of their serrated blades, the reverse side is marked 'Empire'. They are in good condition and each item has a length of 8''. Knives are all in Very Good pre-owned condition. CHECK OUT ALL OUR OTHER 'SHAPE' CUTLERY LISTINGS. Viners 'Shape' is forged from 18/8 stainless steel. The cutlery has a very distinctive retro handle, with the pattern picked out in black. The handles have a satin finish, front and back, while the bowls are mirror polished. This range of cutlery is typically stamped EMPIRE. 'Shape' was designed by Gerald Benney. A fine Goldsmith, Benney was born in Hull in 1930 and went on to study at Brighton College of Art between 1946-8 where his father was Principal. After studying at the Royal College of Art between 1950-53. Benney became Professor of Silversmithing and Jewellery from 1974 to 1983 and was Consultant Designer to Viners of Sheffield throughout the 1960's. **** If you’re new to Poshmark - Welcome! Use our sign-up code PROJECT_RELOVE to get $10off your first purchase.**** All measurements & weights given are approximate, and should be used for reference purposes only. We use recycled materials to ship our products. TB898