Tableware for KLM's World Business Class (2 sets)

Tableware for KLM's World Business Class (2 sets)

Marcel WandersWW-2011-118616
2011·Variable media·Variable dimensions

<p>Marcel Wanders’s tableware for KLM Royal Dutch Airlines includes utilitarian but luxurious pieces that were designed to reduce the load of the aircraft and streamline the work of the flight crew, thus resulting in lower carbon dioxide emissions and more efficient service. Most important, however, was to maintain a superior quality so that diners felt like honored guests, rather than routine passengers. Whimsical details on the fabric tray liners and flatware handles are reminiscent of traditional Dutch lace, imparting a sense of elegance and tradition to the dining experience. Most items are made of traditional materials such as crystal, porcelain, and glass, with the exception of the plastic salad bowl.</p>

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Year
2011
Dimensions
Variable dimensions

Artist

Marcel Wanders
Marcel Wanders

Textile

Marcel Wanders is a Dutch designer and artist born in 1963 who works across furniture, lighting, and interior installation. His practice is rooted in craft-based experimentation with unconventional materials and techniques, often combining handmade elements with industrial production.

Boxtel, Netherlands

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Year
2011
Dimensions
Variable dimensions
Watts ID
WW-2011-118616

Source

Source
aic
Status
verified

Artist

Marcel Wanders

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Textile

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