The Alessi 40 modern flatware set was one of the first objects designed during the late 1930s by three young architects who became leading exponents of what is known as Lombardy classicism in the field of design and architecture. The 40 stainless steel cutlery was presented to the public for the first time at the 7th Milan Triennale (1940), as part of a metal and glass exhibition. This series reflects the formal industrial renewal of home ware, characterized at that time by the gradual introduction of new production techniques such as molding, die casting, and the use of new materials such as steel. Alessi recently reissued the 40 silverware with high quality plastic handles in a mirror polished 18/10 stainless steel. The 40 cutlery feels like a modern take on a traditionally modern idea. Fitzsu sees it in the kitchen, in a modern rustic home in the country, in a picnic basket, or set next to extremely stark white dinner plates. Serie 40 flatware is dishwasher safe. Please call us 323.655.1908 if you need assistance picking out your modern flatware and ask about our sampling program.