Joe Cactus Ashtray Philippe Starck for Alessi Black Bakelite Design Collection

Joe Cactus ashtray in Bakelite, designed by Philippe Starck for Alessi in the 1990s. Bicolour model with a removable lid shaped like a cactus that slides upwards. An object with a playful and iconic character, at the intersection of functional design and humorous sculpture typical of Starck's irreverent spirit. This model is no longer manufactured by Alessi, making it a sought-after piece for collectors of 20th-century design today. The Joe Cactus has even entered the permanent collections of the Centre Pompidou, solidifying its status as a cult object. PamonoCentre Pompidou. Dimensions: H 20 cm × Ø 10 cm. Material: Black Bakelite. Condition: Superb condition, no chips or cracks. Brand: Alessi / Officina Alessi — Designer: Philippe Starck. Features: Discontinued model · Stamp under the ashtray. Perfectly pairs with pieces from Driade, Kartell, Driade Kosmo, B&B Italia, Cappellini, Seletti, Memphis Milano, Sottsass, Michael Graves, Ron Arad, Marc Newson, Starck, Italian design, 90s design, collector's item, design Bakelite, vintage ashtray, signed decorative object, postmodern, functional design, collectible piece, high-end decoration, humorous design, cult object.