Starck’s Juicy Salif citrus squeezer for Alessi caused controversy in the 1990s when it was first produced because it looked beautiful but was not at all practical for squeezing fruit. Alessi says that the project was deliberately poking fun at the idea that form should follow function.
Keeping this in view, how big is the Juicy Salif?
Made in mirror-polished aluminium casting the measurements of this Juicy Salif squeezer are 29cm in height and 14cm in diameter. Its easy to use, simply press, turn and squeeze, then collect juice in a glass placed underneath the juicer.
Regarding this, how many juicy Salifs have been made?
For the tenth anniversary of its launch, 10,000 “Juicy Salifs” were issued, individually numbered and gold-plated. There has also been a grey/black (anthracite) coloured version, of which 47,000 un-numbered examples were produced between 1991 and 2004.
What is the function of the Juicy Salif?
Squeezing juice is a secondary function of the juicy salif. Phillippe Starck himself probably said it best: “How do we find the right balance between function and joy? Joy is a function.” The primary function of the juicy salif is to start conversations just like the ones that are about to happen in the comments. 🙂
What is the Juicy Salif made out of?
The Juicy Salif is based on the shape of a squid with its legs greatly elongated. The napkin is now archived in Alessi’s own design museum. The original citrus squeezer is 29cm tall and made from cast aluminium with a mirror polish.
What nationality is Philippe Starck?
French
What was Philippe Starck design style?
Starck’s style could be described as contemporary. He is interested in bright colors, unusual shapes and the use of unusual materials. He wants his designs to be mass produced and relatively affordable, but he also wants them to be durable. Many of his designs can be identified by the repeated use of certain shapes.
Who designed the Alessi Juicy Salif citrus juicer?
Who designed the Juicy Salif?
Who found lemon squeezer?
The closest version to the lemon squeezer we know of today was invented by John Thomas White and was approved as a patent on December 8, 1896.
Why is the Juicy Salif iconic?
The Juicy Salif is iconic in its own rights, iconic due to the history of its design, and the much-debated usability and worth. It is a successful product, only by its market performance. People are still buying this product to this day, not as a usable kitchen utensil, but as a piece of design.