9093 Kettle Whistles - Light Green and Red, 2 Pcs

The 9093 whistles offer a playful twist on the kettle, with a bird and a dragon designed to alter its character. Crafted from plastic with a metallised brass finish, they transform the kettle from a gentle bird into a superhero-like companion. The dragon whistle emits steam from its mouth as a nod to Chinese symbolism of strength and luck, while the bird whistle provides a softer alternative. Released as a limited edition of 9,999 pieces to mark the 30th anniversary of the original design.

The 9093 kettle designed by Michael Graves in 1985 (the first product by an American designer in the Alessi catalogue) is an icon of contemporary utility design. Although the form and shape of the 9093 reflects the design trends of the 1980s and 1990s, combining postmodernism and pop culture, the product also delights its contemporary users. To celebrate the 30th anniversary of the design, a limited edition version of the Tea Rex was created with a whistle in the form of a dragon. As conceived by designer Michael Graves, this whistle, changing its form from a small bird to a powerful flying dragon - a superhero, represents the transformation of an ordinary teapot into a design icon. The dragon is also a reference to Chinese culture, where it is a symbol of strength and luck. Although the dragon does not breathe fire, it does emit steam from its mouth - a sign that it is time for tea!This set of two plastic whistles for the 9093 kettle - with a dragon and a bird - is a set that will change the character of the kettle from a docile bird friend to a superhero who is not afraid of any dragon. The whistles in a metallised brass finish are available in a limited edition of 9,999 pieces.