Michael Graves, the renowned American architect and one of the leading figures of Postmodernism, created for Alessi a series of objects that translated his architectural language int...

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1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Alessi

Materials

Plastic, Wood

Postmodern Italian Mantel Clock by Michael Graves for Alessi, 1980s

$5,918

H 9.85 in W 6.38 in D 3.67 in

Postmodern Italian Mantel Clock by Michael Graves for Alessi, 1980s

By Michael Graves (b.1934), Alessi

Located in Hamburg, DE

Rare table clock of the Italian manufacturer Alessi after a design by Michael Graves from 1986. A special and rare collector's object of Postmoderne. The coat Clock is a miniature a...

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1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Alessi

Materials

Metal

Italian Butter Dish Michael Graves for ALESSI

$260

H 3 in W 7.5 in D 3.5 in

Italian Butter Dish Michael Graves for ALESSI

By Alessi, Michael Graves (b.1934)

Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA

Vintage butter dish designed by Michael Graves for Alessi. Made in Italy. Marked on the base “Alessi INOX 18/10 Italy”.

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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Alessi

Materials

Stainless Steel

Blow Up Basket in Stainless Steel by Fernando and Humber Campana for Alessi

$130

H 4 in W 13 in D 13 in

Blow Up Basket in Stainless Steel by Fernando and Humber Campana for Alessi

By Alessi, Fernando and Humberto Campana

Located in Miami, FL

Blow Up Basket in stainless steel designed by Fernando and Humberto Campana for Alessi. Brazil's Fernando and Humberto Campana created the artfully playful Alessi Blow Up Basket, a ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Alessi

Materials

Stainless Steel

Italian Vintage Stainless Steel Tray in Baroque Style By Alessi 60s Medium size

$342

H 1.97 in W 20.28 in D 12.01 in

Italian Vintage Stainless Steel Tray in Baroque Style By Alessi 60s Medium size

By Alessi

Located in Roma, IT

We are pleased to offer for sale an Italian mid–20th-century tray—modern in spirit yet clearly inspired by the 18th century. Made in Italy between the 1960s and 1970s by the historic...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Baroque Alessi

Materials

Stainless Steel

Philippe Starck Hot Bertaa Kettle for Alessi Postmodern Rare Mirror Polished

$690

H 9.85 in W 6.7 in D 12.6 in

Philippe Starck Hot Bertaa Kettle for Alessi Postmodern Rare Mirror Polished

By Philippe Starck, Alessi

Located in Lège Cap Ferret, FR

Starck was born on 18 January 1949 in Paris. He is the son of André Starck, who was an aeronautics engineer. He says that his father often inspired him because he was an engineer, wh...

Category

1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Alessi

Materials

Aluminum

Vintage Chinese Tibetan Silver Overlay Porcelain Body Teapot With Foo Dog Finial

$325 / set

H 4.25 in W 6 in D 3.5 in

Vintage Chinese Tibetan Silver Overlay Porcelain Body Teapot With Foo Dog Finial

By Alessi, Michael Graves (b.1934)

Located in San Diego, CA

A vintage Chinese / Tibetan silver overlay porcelain body teapot with foo dog finial, circa the 1970s. The pot is in very good vintage conditi...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Post-Modern Alessi

Materials

Sterling Silver

Italian Large Vintage Stainless Steel Tray in Baroque Style By Alessi 60s

$342

H 1.58 in W 22.84 in D 13.39 in

Italian Large Vintage Stainless Steel Tray in Baroque Style By Alessi 60s

By Alessi

Located in Roma, IT

We are pleased to offer for sale an Italian mid–20th-century tray—modern in spirit yet clearly inspired by the 18th century. Made in Italy between the 1960s and 1970s by the historic...

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Baroque Alessi

Materials

Stainless Steel

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Alessi Sale Prices

Sold Date

Sold Price

Category

Material

Creation Year

2026	$3,800	Abstract Sculptures	Porcelain	2002
2026	$198	Barware	Aluminum	1990s
2026	$85	Decorative Baskets	Plastic	2000s
2026	$1,700	Serving Pieces, Tea Sets	Ceramic	1993
2025	$180	More Dining and Entertaining, Serving Pieces	Ceramic, Steel	1990s
2025	$285	Centerpieces	Stainless Steel, Glass	1990s
2025	$204	Decorative Bowls	Stainless Steel	1985
2025	$295	Wall Clocks	Plastic	circa 1980
2025	$110	Barware	Metal	1985

$797

Average sold price of items in the past 12 months

$85-$3,800

Sold price range of items in the past 12 months

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This Rare Set of 100 Alessi Vases Includes Designs by Scores of International Artists

Alessandro Mendini, Michael Graves, Ettore Sottsass and other design luminaries contributed to this unusual collection of porcelain wares representing a time capsule of late-20th-century decorative art.

Alessi furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

Alessi furniture are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of metal and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Alessi furniture, although gray editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original furniture by Alessi were created in the mid-century modern style in europe during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by Swid Powell, Macabo, and Cleto Munari. Prices for Alessi furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $165 and can go as high as $6,038, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $480.

Questions About Alessi

Where is Alessi from?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
Alessi is from Italy. Giovanni Alessi founded the company in 1921 as Fratelli Alessi Omegna. Today, Alessi still produces its line of kitchenware and housewares at its original location in Crusinallo, Omegna, Italy. Explore a collection of vintage and contemporary Alessi pieces from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
What does Alessi make?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
Alessi makes housewares, kitchen wares and gifts. The luxury Italian brand offers all the essentials for setting an attractive table, from dinnerware to cutlery to serveware. For the kitchen, Alessi's product lineup includes kettles, coffee makers, storage solutions, tools, knives and appliances. In addition, Alessi manufactures home decor, furniture, holiday decorations, desk accessories, bathroom accessories, wall clocks, home fragrances and pet bowls. Find a large collection of Alessi pieces on 1stDibs.
What is Alessi famous for?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
Alessi is famous for producing housewares and kitchen utensils. Giovanni Alessi founded the company in Italy in 1921. Ever since, Alessi has had a reputation for manufacturing products that are both highly functional and visually appealing. Over the course of its more than 80-year history, Alessi has frequently partnered with notable designers, including Achille Castiglioni, Zaha Hadid, Ettore Sottsass, Alessandro Mendini, Richard Sapper, Wiel Arets, Marco Zanuso and Toyo Ito. On 1stDibs, explore an assortment of Alessi pieces.