COLLECTION NAME:
Luxury Lab
Record
Product:
Michael Graves Pepper Mill
Brand:
Alessi
Description:
An American architect and designer, Michael Graves was renowned for his postmodern approach to design, blending historical references with contemporary forms. His collaboration with Alessi, an Italian design company known for transforming ordinary household items into objects of desire, began in the 1980s and produced several iconic pieces, including the acclaimed “Whistling Bird” Kettle. Expanding upon the design language established by the other items in the collection, the salt castor and pepper mill were designed in 1990, during a period when postmodernism was challenging the austere functionalism of modernist design. They exemplify Graves’ signature style, which often incorporated playful elements and references to classical architecture. The salt castor and pepper mill’s form — reminiscent of a miniature building or monument — reflects this approach. These iconic cylindrical pieces are crafted from mirror-polished and perforated 18/10 stainless steel with tops fashioned from polyamide thermoplastic resin. Combining durability with a sleek, modern aesthetic, the salt castor and pepper mill are testaments to the fusion of functional design and artistic expression in everyday objects.
Founded in 1921, Alessi is known for its high-quality housewares and kitchen utensils, collaborating with leading designers, and maintaining a strong commitment to Italian craftsmanship and design principles. Partnering with artists and designers including Salvador Dalí and Philippe Starck, the family-owned company values functional objects that demonstrate the highest aesthetic creative expressions. Alessi is a pivotal player in the design world, celebrated for its innovative approach to everyday household items that merge form and function. Alessi’s products, such as the Michael Graves salt castor and pepper mill, reflect this blend of creativity and utility, making design accessible to all.
Founded in 1921, Alessi is known for its high-quality housewares and kitchen utensils, collaborating with leading designers, and maintaining a strong commitment to Italian craftsmanship and design principles. Partnering with artists and designers including Salvador Dalí and Philippe Starck, the family-owned company values functional objects that demonstrate the highest aesthetic creative expressions. Alessi is a pivotal player in the design world, celebrated for its innovative approach to everyday household items that merge form and function. Alessi’s products, such as the Michael Graves salt castor and pepper mill, reflect this blend of creativity and utility, making design accessible to all.
Category:
Lifestyle & Interiors
Type:
Serveware
Relevant Department:
INDS, IDUS, ADBR
