As a prominent figure in the world of Italian design, Alessandro Mendini (1931) has made significant contributions over the past decades. In collaboration with the Italian company Alessi in 1992, he created a prototype of a white porcelain vase, which was then adorned by artists from all around the globe. The result of this endeavour – 100% makeup – is truly exceptional. From March 10th to August 19th, you will have the opportunity to behold all of these masterpieces.
The decorations on these vases were done by renowned names such as American architect Robert Venturi, French design legend Philippe Starck, Japanese fashion designer Yoshiki Hishinuma, and Dutch visual artist Peter Struycken. Thanks to the diverse cultural backgrounds of the one hundred designers involved, Mendini’s white prototype vase has been imbued with one hundred unique meanings.
Measuring 38.5 centimeters high, Mendini’s prototype vase for this project features a lid. Only one hundred copies were made of each vase, resulting in a total of 10,000 numbered editions.
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