Italian glass and black plastic cruet set, 1970s, Mid-Century Modern design

Italian condiment set from the 1970s, combining glass with black synthetic material in a form characteristic of Italian Modern design. The salt and pepper shakers form a cohesive pair where transparent bodies contrast with dark closures, creating the era's distinctive material dialogue.

The design relies on geometric simplicity. Glass containers standing twelve centimetres tall present a slender, vertical proportion that lends visual lightness to the set. Black synthetic material caps each piece, serving both practical and compositional purposes it closes the form while introducing a colour accent. The pair maintains symmetry, and the transparency of glass allows monitoring contents without opening.

Italian design of the 1970s merged rationalism with formal boldness. Designers from Milan, Turin, and smaller industrial centres experimented with new materials, introducing plastics into everyday domestic objects. This trend extended to kitchen accessories even modest items like condiment sets became grounds for aesthetic exploration. The presented pair embodies this spirit, where industrial production did not preclude attention to form.

The set suits a dining table or kitchen counter. Compact dimensions fifteen centimetres wide for the pair, under six centimetres deep — allow placement even in limited spaces. Glass transparency makes distinguishing salt from pepper straightforward and signals when refilling is needed.

Condition is good. The set shows no significant flaws and retains full functionality.

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