Memphis Tokyo vase

Memphis Tokyo is a ceramic vase by Memphis Milano, designed by Roger Selden as part of the Flip Flop collection in 2019. An object of unmistakable character, it embodies the Memphis design philosophy in its most authentic essence: bold, playful and capable of subverting aesthetic conventions. The ceramic structure rises to a height of 390 mm, with a width of 180 mm and a depth of 120 mm — proportions that give the piece a sculptural presence while remaining compatible with a wide range of domestic settings. The defining element of its design is the two-sided decoration: each face of the vase features a unique pattern, different from the other, creating a visual interplay in which symmetry is deliberately overturned in favour of a dynamic and unexpected balance.

The decorations are hand-painted with exceptional artisanal care, a detail that elevates the quality of the piece and brings it closer to the dimension of a work of art than a simple decorative object. The contrast between the sculptural form and the bold character of the painted surfaces makes the Memphis Tokyo vase an absolute centrepiece in any space it inhabits. It lends itself perfectly to minimal environments, where it can stand out with full personality without being overwhelmed by other decorative elements. Placed in a living room or in a creatively inclined setting, it becomes a focal point that conveys a radically original design vision. The Flip Flop collection stands as an emblematic example of how Memphis Milano transformed the conception of everyday objects, elevating them to manifestos of a style that revolutionised the international design landscape from the 1980s onwards.