Designed by Michael Graves 1985

The 9093 Alessi Hob Kettle with Bird continues to go from strength to strength. Michaels Graves' highly personal and easy to recognize formal style blends influences from various sources.


Alessi had already decided that Graves should design them a kettle that had real purpose - whose body was formed in such a way that it could hold a large volume of water at its base, nearest the flame. The handle was not to extend over the pot's side, so it would not be exposed to the direct heat of the cooking surface. It was only after these functional requirements were solved that the character of the kettle was thought about. Aesthetics and function brought together - resolving pragmatic design issues whilst producing an attractive and interesting object.