Royal Oak
The Royal Oak Tree
The Oak tree is one of the most iconic trees in the UK today. Known for their acorns and overall size, with trunks which can grow over 8 metres wide. Popular as ornamental trees but also used as timber for period roof construction and hand-made furniture. Historically, after escaping the Battle of Worcester in 1651, the future King Charles II travelled Northwards, hiding in an oak tree to avoid Roundhead soldiers. This gave the oak it’s royal title. An ancient Oak, believed to be a descendant of this tree, still stands today at Boscobel in Shropshire.
The Design Inspiration
Royal Oak cutlery is a “transitional design” as William calls it, meaning old meets new. On the face, is a mirror polished, smooth, elegant round handled cutlery design (modern), but underneath each handle lays a secret to be discovered: the historic ‘King’s Pattern’ pressed into each handle (traditional). A surprise to discover, or a decoration to display…
This hidden decoration allows you to enjoy experimenting with different table settings. Lay the table with the decoration hidden underneath and let your guests discover, or you could turn over your forks only, in the “continental style”, with the tips of the forks resting on the table, showing off the decoration. Or maybe even play with various pieces turned over, or all pieces turned over.
Our Royal Oak cutlery sets, made using high quality 18/10 stainless steel, are available in mirror or gold-plated finish.
Royal Oak Goldplate – Historic King’s Pattern 
‘On the face is a mirror polished modern design, with smooth, round handles’ 
‘Turn over your forks only, in the “continental style”, with the tips of the forks resting on the table, showing off the decoration’ 
Royal Oak Mirror – Historic King’s Pattern 
Experiment with all pieces flipped over to display the gold pattern
Museums and Awards
Victoria and Albert Museum (V&A)
The Royal Oak Goldplate range has been part of the metal work collection since 2013. The V&A museum (London, England) champions design and creativity across all forms to inspire and showcase makers, creators, and innovators.
MAK Museum Vienna
The Royal Oak Mirror range has been part of the metal work collection since 2015. The MAK museum (Vienna, Italy) is a space of experimentation for applied arts at the interface of design, architecture, and contemporary art.
Dine with Us
Our Royal Oak cutlery is in some of the most amazing and iconic places all around the world…
Sample Service
We believe that cutlery can only truly be appreciated when you are holding it in the hand. That is why we offer a sample service for you to experience the cutlery before you buy the range. The Royal Oak Sample Set consists of a Table Fork, Table Knife and Soup Spoon.
In the Range – Royal Oak Cutlery
Mirror / Goldplate
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