Juicy Salif Citrus Squeezer by Philippe Starck - Polished Aluminium

The Juicy Salif citrus squeezer offers a striking departure from conventional kitchen tools, its three-legged form resembling a squid or spider. Crafted from polished aluminium, its sculptural body is designed by Philippe Starck and is built to extract juice efficiently from lemons and limes. The squeezer's stable tripod base allows it to stand upright on the worktop, while its pointed central cone presses firmly into the fruit to release the juice. Its aesthetic appeal has made it a recognised piece of applied art, appearing in several design museum collections.

To some - a squid, to others - a three-legged spider. To all, a design icon. Such is the status of the Juicy Salif lemon squeezer, which is also one of Alessi 's most recognisable products and a symbol of the greatness of its creator, the famous French designer Philippe Starck. It is hard to believe that this world-famous lemon squeezer, presented as part of the collection of many design museums, made of polished aluminium, was presented at the Alessi brand headquarters in the late 1980s instead of a design commissioned to the designer.... a steel tray. What's more, the idea for the product presented here was born in a restaurant where Philippe Starck was spending time over a plate of frutti di mare. This lunch turned out to be very fruitful, and the squeezer, sketched on a stained napkin, became a reflection of Alessi's vision of creating products that are both functional and beautiful, influencing the environment and the feelings of its customers. What makes Phillipe Starck's design unique is the break with the classic form, while maintaining the functionality of the product. The Juicy Salif proves that there is a wide aesthetic space in which a designer can move, provided he or she has the right amount of creativity, which Philippe Starck definitely does not lack. The squeezer by the famous French designer is an unusual yet controversial decoration. Loved by some, hated by others, it arouses emotions, which makes it a true work of applied art and an ideal gift for any occasion.