Christofle’s Aria is a silver‑plated flatware pattern created in 1985 by designer Bernard Yot, named after the lyrical solo in opera and conceived as a pure, architectural line for contemporary tables. Handles are long and slender, decorated with precise vertical fluting that recalls the shafts of classical temple columns. Each piece ends in a rounded terminal where the flutes gather into a stylised “bundle of reeds” tied at top and bottom, a subtle botanical motif that softens the geometry. The overall look blends 1930s Art Deco rigour with references to Roman togas and antique architecture, giving an elegant, slightly post‑modern character that suits both everyday and formal table settings. Original box.

1. Coffee/espresso spoon – short handle, small oval bowl, for espresso or demitasse service.
2. After‑dinner/tea spoon – slightly longer, for tea, coffee or desserts.
3. Dessert/entrée fork – slimmer proportions, ideal for starters and composed desserts.
4. Dinner fork – longer, with broader handle and tines for main courses.
5. Dinner knife – full‑length blade with weighted handle for the principal course.
6. Dessert/entrée knife – shorter blade, balanced for first courses or cheese.
7. Table/soup spoon – generous oval bowl for soups and hearty dishes.
8. Large serving spoon – elongated bowl and handle for serving vegetables, sides or platters.