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| |  | Housewarming | Home » » » Alessi Michael Graves Kettle with Small Bird Shaped Whistle, Blue Handle | | | | | | | Description: | | Designed by architect Michael Graves in 1985, this kettle is the first of a group of products designed in the 80's and 90's by the architect. This was the first group of products by an American designer to be included in the Alessi catalog. It opened the way for the playful design style that subsequently characterized the 90's, and thanks to an inspired mix of post-modern and pop idioms, it has become one of the internationally recognized icons of the 80's. Still the best seller since its introduction, the kettle is actually the product that has sold the greatest number of units in the history of the company. Body is in 18/10 stainless steel with handle and whistling bird in PA. Both whistling bird and lid can be replaced. | | | Features: | |
• Kettle with bird whistle designed by Michael Graves in 1985
• 18/10 stainless steel body, handle and bird whistle in PA
• Wide base lets water boil quickly, handwash only
• ALESSI collection
• 8-1/2 inch diameter, 9 inches in height
| | | Product Details: | | | Product Length:
| 8.5 inches | | Product Width:
| 8.5 inches | | Product Height:
| 9.0 inches | | Product Weight:
| 5.0 pounds | | Package Length:
| 9.76 inches | | Package Width:
| 9.13 inches | | Package Height:
| 8.82 inches | | Package Weight:
| 3.0 pounds | | Average Customer Rating:
|  based on 9 reviews |
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1 of 1 found the following review helpful:
 Handle Broke, Bird BreaksFeb 18, 2010
I think it looks great and I've enjoyed it for years. However, it is on its 8th year and the handle is becoming unattached where it meets the "triangle" or tea kettle on each side. I'm not sure how long a tea kettle is supposed to last, but maybe more than 8 years? Oh, the bird trick? Well, I've learned it over years, but it is hard to maneuver, and I have almost burned myself several times. I guess I'll go for a different one next time around!
2 of 2 found the following review helpful:
 Best tea kettle on EarthAug 30, 2009
I have owned, and used daily one of these kettles since 1982 and I love it. Wouldn't own another. It looks like it did the day I purchased it. I've had to replace the birds about 3 times, and once one of them did break after a few weeks. The other two lasted for years. I've developed the art of pulling the bird from the spout quickly and have never been burned. If the kettle is overfilled, the owner will risk being burned when removing the bird because of hot boiling water rising up from the spout. Do not overfill it. This is the sturdiest tea kettle I've ever owned and I highly recommend it for any buyer. Before purchasing it I had gone through several expensive tea kettles only to have them break or chip. This kettle is outstanding, plus it looks classically beautiful!
0 of 1 found the following review helpful:
 whistling kettleJun 22, 2009
Bad minomer, this expensive kettle does nor whistle at all!
I had to enter one star but it does not deserve any.
2 of 2 found the following review helpful:
An artistically beautiful tea kettle that is also practicalMar 02, 2009
This is a useful and artistically beautiful kettle. The whistle is not too loud but it whistles. You need to remove the bird whistle before pouring the hot water out and do not forget to use a glove as the escaping steam may burn your fingers.
This kettle was considered a classic piece of modern art to merit a spot at the Musem of Modern Art in New York City (I believe the version there is the anodized one which is no longer sold in the USA).
If you lose the whistle, you can replace it for under $15.00 depending where you purchase it from.
If you do not care about a beautiful piece of art in your kitchen then this kettle is not for you.
17 of 19 found the following review helpful:
 Way overpricedDec 01, 2008
It boils water. It looks pretty on the counter. It has maintained its luster. You can get your hand inside it to clean.
Beyond that it is just an expensive pot that doesn't have the usual features of a Tea kettle.
You can't pour water until you grab the hot plastic bird whistle and pull it out. With hot stream gushing out this is an interesting game. We went through a couple "birds" before we got one that even whistled and as many others have said, it doesn't sound like a bird. It sounds like the whistle of a guy who was just at the dentist. It also has a cheap wire spring clip and lasts about a month. We have some Alessi stuff. Some is good, some is like this, overpriced... way way overpriced. Did I mention that it is not worth the money.
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