The Dressed tableware series is part of an extremely wide-ranging collection designed by Marcel Wanders for the Alessi brand. The Dutch-born designer has made the Dressed collection one of his trademarks. A characteristic feature of the products in this line is the use of ornaments in an unconventional way, by applying them in unusual places, sometimes completely out of sight of the users. This unusual approach makes interacting with the Dutchman's objects an experience that relates to both the sense of sight and touch. Marcel Wanders' designs are elegant and light, yet full of richness, floral motifs and baroque splendour. The Dressed collection includes porcelain tableware, trays, glasses and pots.
The lid shown here for a round cake platter or cheese board from the Dressed wooden collection is part of the Dressed in Wood collection, highlighting the craftsmanship of the artisans of the Strona valley on Lake Orta in Italy. This lid is made of PMMA plastic and features a beech wood handle. The lid will protect the cake or other products stored on the platters from drying out or intrusive insects.