Exceptional set of 4 teaspoon / moka spoons. Silver-plated metal collection, issued for the famous 1958 Brussels World Expo (Expo 58). This prestigious lot brings together four of the most iconic International pavilions, rich in history and highly sought after by collectors: 1. Pavilion of Thailand (SALA): Detailed representation of the traditional Buddhist temple of the era. 2. Pavilion of the U.S.S.R.: Monumental architecture in glass and steel featuring the hammer and sickle. 3. Pavilion of Belgian Congo: Modernist asymmetric structure designed by architect René Binder. 4. Pavilion of the Vatican (Civitas Dei): Futuristic silhouette of the immense church of the City of God. Each spoon bears its inscription engraved in relief: THAILAND 1958, U.S.S.R. 1958, CONGO 1958, and CIVITAS DEI 1958. A rare and complete thematic set, ideal for perfecting a demanding collection of the Atomic Age. Event: Brussels World Expo 1958. Material: Silver-plated metal. Quantity: Indivisible set of 4 spoons. Condition: Very good vintage condition. The relief engravings of the buildings are of excellent sharpness. Presence of natural oxidation patina, superb. Guaranteed authenticity from 1958. L: 2 l: 2 H: 11.
Exceptional set of 4 teaspoon / moka spoons. Silver-plated metal collection, issued for the famous 1958 Brussels World Expo (Expo 58). This prestigious lot brings together four of the most iconic International pavilions, rich in history and highly sought after by collectors: 1. Pavilion of Thailand (SALA): Detailed representation of the traditional Buddhist temple of the era. 2. Pavilion of the U.S.S.R.: Monumental architecture in glass and steel featuring the hammer and sickle. 3. Pavilion of Belgian Congo: Modernist asymmetric structure designed by architect René Binder. 4. Pavilion of the Vatican (Civitas Dei): Futuristic silhouette of the immense church of the City of God. Each spoon bears its inscription engraved in relief: THAILAND 1958, U.S.S.R. 1958, CONGO 1958, and CIVITAS DEI 1958. A rare and complete thematic set, ideal for perfecting a demanding collection of the Atomic Age. Event: Brussels World Expo 1958. Material: Silver-plated metal. Quantity: Indivisible set of 4 spoons. Condition: Very good vintage condition. The relief engravings of the buildings are of excellent sharpness. Presence of natural oxidation patina, superb. Guaranteed authenticity from 1958. L: 2 l: 2 H: 11.