Juicy Salif Citrus-Squeezer by Philippe Stark – Alessi

Description

A truly iconic object and symbol not only of Philippe Starck but also of Alessi itself. The Salif citrus squeezer is not only revolutionary but also surprisingly functional. Starck sketched it in its essentials during a holiday by the sea in Italy, on a pizzeria napkin.

Designed by Philippe Starck in 1990, “Juicy Salif” has become an icon and one of the most popular items in the Alessi catalogue. The genesis of this article is well known, sketched on a pizzeria paper napkin among the hard-to-decipher food stains.

A plate of squid that called for a squeeze of lemon juice provided Philippe Starck with the inspiration for what was to become one of the most controversial conversation pieces of the nineties, generating innumerable heated discussions about its nature and meaning.

A valuable object, created for real collectors, which transforms this Citrus-squeezer into a small sculpture.