Post by Prof. Dr. Ramaswamy Iyengar

0431: Before dining learn the Art of dining manners: Collection by collection, Puiforcat lays the ground work for a silversmith art of living. Beyond its unrivaled expertise in the art of tableware, the house reinvents gastronomy at every step, from preparation to setting and on to the time of tasting. . The Parisian silversmith Puiforcat is regarded as one of the legendary names in European silver craftsmanship. Founded in 1820 by the two brothers Emile and Joseph-Marie Puiforcat, the manufactory soon established itself as a purveyor of silver tableware to various royal households. Today, Puiforcat not only caters to cruise ships, luxury hotels and presidents with its exclusive silver cutlery and hand-crafted accessories, but also to discerning Artedona customers. From silver cutlery for kings to modern Art Déco In 1922 a design revolution replaced the Louis Quinze and Regency styles, which had been cultivated by Puiforcat during the nineteenth century. This new era was ushered in by the grandson of the company founder. Jean Emile Puiforcat began to use the once popular décor much more sparingly or even leave it out entirely. He preferred flat surfaces, clear shapes and pleasant proportions. Eat for you and dress for others Indian Retail Guru