“Eco” Dinnerware Set by Giovanni Garibaldi for Ginori, 1970s

"Eco" dinner service for six, designed by Giovanni Gariboldi for Richard Ginori in the 1970s, is a refined expression of the designer's modern approach to tableware. Clean lines, balanced proportions and a sophisticated palette of blue, grey and ivory create a timeless service that combines functionality with understated elegance. The decoration is defined by subtle concentric bands following the contours of each piece, enhancing their geometry without relying on elaborate ornamentation. The contrast between the warm ivory interior and the deep blue glazed exterior, softened by a pale grey-blue border, gives the service remarkable visual depth while maintaining a restrained aesthetic. The cylindrical biscuit jar with its domed lid and distinctive twin circular finger grips completes the ensemble, becoming one of its most recognizable features. Produced by Richard Ginori, the "Eco" model stands among the finest examples of Italian industrial design applied to everyday objects, where practicality, manufacturing excellence and aesthetic research coexist in perfect harmony. Its minimalist character remains remarkably contemporary, making it equally suited to modern and traditional interiors. The service includes: 6 dinner plates. 6 soup plates. 6 dessert plates. 3 serving bowls. 3 cups. 1 biscuit jar with lid. Condition: Good overall condition, with minor signs of use, light staining and small areas of colour loss. Dimensions: Plates: diameter 28 / 16 cm. Biscuit jar: diameter 17 cm - Height 17 cm. Bowls: diameter 9 cm - Height 7 cm. Ref.: C0908.