Alessandro M. Giallo e Nero corkscrew Alessi

Design with Personality: Alessandro M. Corkscrew by Alessi

The Alessandro M. corkscrew by Alessi is much more than a functional tool – it is an ironic and personal tribute to its creator, Italian designer Alessandro Mendini. Dressed in bold black and yellow checks, it reflects Mendini’s playful yet intellectual approach to design. Inspired by a self-portrait of the designer, this piece combines art, humor, and function, turning an everyday object into a true design icon.

The striking black-and-yellow pattern immediately catches the eye. Mendini described it as “mysterious and orderly at the same time,” a motif that structures the form and draws it into a hypnotic rhythm. With Alessandro M., opening a bottle becomes a moment of style and creativity – a small celebration of design itself.

Material and Dimensions

The Alessandro M. corkscrew is made of chrome-plated Zamak and AlkiPaper®, an innovative paper-based biocomposite. Decoration: Giallo e Nero (black and yellow). Dimensions: height 21 cm, diameter 6 cm. Care: wipe clean with a damp cloth, not dishwasher-safe.

About the Designer

Alessandro Mendini (1931–2019) was one of Italy’s most influential architects and designers. Known for blending art, humor, and function, he helped define postmodern design. The Alessandro M. corkscrew remains one of his most recognizable creations – a playful, expressive object that embodies his unique philosophy.

About Alessi

Since 1921, Alessi has been synonymous with Italian design that unites beauty, function, and emotion. The family-run company collaborates with renowned international designers to create everyday objects with artistic character. The Alessandro M. corkscrew perfectly represents this vision – timeless, expressive, and unmistakably Alessi.