Richard Sapper's 1979 rocket-shaped stove-top espresso coffee maker was Alessi's first product for the kitchen, winning the company's first Compasso d'Oro award that same year. The design was an homage to Alberto Alessi's grandfather Alfonso Bialetti, who designed the very first Italian espresso maker. It features a sturdy handle locking mechanism that connects the top and bottom pieces, one of its best ease and functionality features.
The 9090 Stovetop Espresso Coffee Maker is in the Cooper Hewitt's permanent collection.
The 9090 Stovetop Espresso Coffee Maker is in the Cooper Hewitt's permanent collection.
