Vintage "Axis Design" teapot from the 80s to 90s design Carol McNicoll

Tea service designed for "axis design" in the late 1980s, by english ceramicist carol mcnicoll (born 1943). The teapot was exhibited at the centre pompidou, as it embodied the spirit of design of the 80s and 90s, along with other artists and cultural movement of the time. In the beginning, there was only the teapot, the rest of the service: cups, vase, pocket, were not there yet, there was only the crumpled teapot. It is part of a series published in 500 copies worldwide. At the time, "axis design" was only making small, limited-edition series. This is one of the reasons why we rarely see this teapot exposed. It is in good condition with the exception of a small burst of enamel, (as seen in the photo), as well for one of the three cups. Fortunately, these two small shards go unnoticed. The rest is in very good condition and functional. In addition, this teapot remains in its juice, its interior is very cheeky, because the art of drinking tea requires rinsing the teapot with clear water and not washing it. It is therefore a real vintage teapot that was used regularly during tea ceremonies during the 80s and 90s.

Ref. : 2K596ADA