Memphis Onion vase

Memphis Onion is a ceramic vase by Memphis Milano, designed by Nathalie Du Pasquier in 1985. A perfect embodiment of the Memphis movement's philosophy, Onion transforms an everyday object into a genuine work of art through the use of ceramic and a lively, ironic decoration. The pattern of pink spots with black outlines on a yellow background creates a dynamic and immediately recognisable effect, entirely typical of Du Pasquier's bold style — long celebrated for her extraordinary ability to combine colours and shapes in unexpected, ground-breaking ways.

Measuring 300 mm in width and 250 mm in depth, Onion is distinguished by its decorative technique of kiln-sublimated decals, which lends the ceramic surface a refined artisanal quality and a wholly distinctive personality. The contrast between its playful name — evoking a simple vegetable — and the sophisticated aesthetics of the piece makes it an object symbolic of the fusion between art and practical design. Ideal for enhancing a living room or kitchen with a touch of design culture, Onion is both a functional decorative accessory and a collector's piece that captures attention and enriches any environment with its unmistakable visual energy.