Gold-plated brass Pineapple napkin ring

Key measurements for finding the right location:

• Overall height: 7 cm
• Weight: 0.06 kg

All you need to know about the material:

• Cast brass pineapple, chased scale by scale
• Crown with six curved leaves of unequal lengths
• Smooth round ring soldered under the fruit
• Visible tool marks, unique to each piece
• Total height 7 cm
• Sold individually

The pineapple has been a welcoming motif on tables for centuries, which prevents it from being a mere gimmick. Here, it is tall enough to be seen above the plate and acts as a sculpture on a bare place setting. Placed on a crumpled linen napkin, the contrast between the sharp metal and the soft fabric alone elevates the table setting.

What you need to know to install and maintain it:

• Hand wash in lukewarm water and mild soap
• Dry immediately with a cloth, brass retains water marks
• Raw brass darkens naturally, especially in the hollows of the scales
• Brass cleaner and soft brush if you want to maintain its original shine