K. SHIGETO 1980 Memphis Design Modernist Zojirushi Coffee-Tea Pot Carafe In Plastic
A Memphis Zojirushi coffee-pot designed by K. Shigeto.
This is a beautiful vintage coffee-tea pot server created in Japan during the Memphis period, back in 1980. This Zojirushi- Japan coffee-tea pot carafe was designed in Milan Italy by K. Shigeto and crafted in white and black plastics, creating a great color contrast. Fitted on top with switch for open/close, almost not used.
The Memphis Style
Was emerged in 1981, when the Italian designer and architect Ettore Sottsass founded a group of artists and designers called Memphis. Bob Dylan’s song 'Stuck Inside of Mobile with the Memphis Blues Again' was playing on repeat during the group’s first meeting, which led to the group being named 'Memphis'. After the inaugural meeting, the group decided that they would meet again in February 1981. The members brought over 100 drawings with them, picturing a variety of bold, colorful designs with multiple stylistic influences. The Memphis Group went on to create furniture, fabrics, patterns, ceramics and other products in a distinctly Postmodern style that blended stylistic traits of 1950s kitsch, Art Deco, and Pop Art. If you love unashamedly brash and bold colors and patterns, you’ll be very happy to hear that the Memphis Style, the design style pioneered by the 1980s Memphis Group, is very much back in vogue.
Country: Japan, Milano Italy.
Designer: K. Shigeto Milan for Zojirushi- Japan.
Period: Memphis, 1980.
Materials: White and black plastic.
Weight: About 1 pounds, (0.44 Kg.).
Measurements: 257 mm by 229 mm by 179 mm (10.1 x 9.0 x 7.0 Inches).
Signatures: Made in Japan, design by K. Shigeto Milano.
Condition: The overall condition of this Memphis coffee-tea pot excellent. Beside the little normal wear, there is no damage and all parts are secured in their settings. This piece was carefully inspected to guarantee the condition and authenticity.
INVENTORY REF: D070825TNHJ/.7820
