This “Anna Gong” folding cake designed in 2011 by Alessandro Mendini stands as an intriguing blend of functional art and culinary utility, encapsulating the essence of dual-purpose design. A modern reimagining by Mendini of Alessi’s historical product “art. 898”, this creation was brought to life by the Alessi Engineering Department under the guidance of Carlo Alessi. Much like its predecessor, which saw immense popularity in the 1960s, the “Anna Gong” stands out for its dual functionality and aesthetic appeal. When closed, the “Anna Gong” cake stand serves as an elegant table-top sculpture, showcasing its artistry and becoming a conversation piece. It transcends the typical limitations of folding objects, which often become non-functional when closed. Instead, “Anna Gong” transforms into a captivating object of admiration, maintaining its presence and charm even when not in use as a cake stand. Opening the “Anna Gong” is a simple yet delightful process. By lifting apart its “hairdo”, which acts as a clever clasp, the sculpture seamlessly transforms into a three-tier cake stand. This quick-change artist reveals its practical side, providing a stunning display platform for cakes and other delicacies at the table. Crafted from cold-pressed 18/10 stainless steel, the cake stand ensures durability and a sleek, modern look. Designed by Alessandro Mendini, “Anna Gong” is a tribute to the legendary “art. 898”. Mendini's touch brings a contemporary twist to the timeless elegance of its predecessor, celebrating the fusion of art and functionality. This ‘’Anna Gong’’ cake stand, featuring whimsical swirls and twirls that add a playful yet sophisticated touch to the dining experience. This ‘’Anna Gong’’ folding cake stand is in a new condition and has never been used. Delivered with original packaging. The black Alessi logo is a sticker then can be removed. About Alessandro Mendini: Alessandro Mendini (1931 - 2019) studied architecture at the Politecnico di Milano. Afterwards he became a designer and editor-in-chief for several magazines. Mendini played an important part in the development of Italian, postmodern, and radical design by contributing new “values” and “sensibilities” into design that have been eclipsed by commercialism and functionalism. Mendini received great attention for his work and was awarded with several prizes, including three times the Compasso d'Oro and the European Prize for Architecture. Mendini produced products for the most famous brands like Magis, Kartell and Artemide. ‘’Keywords: Picasso, Tiffany & Co, Van Gogh, Yves Saint Laurent, Omega, Dali, Prada, Burberry, Matisse, Rolls-Royce, Michael Kors, Ralph Laurenc, Monet, McQueen, Mercedes-Benz, Calvin Klein, Kate Spade, Givenchy, David Hockney, Tom Ford, Versace, Furstenberg, BMW, Gauguin, Hilfiger, Calder, Giacometti, Balmain, Lichtenstein, Louis C.K., Wang, Piaget, Chagall, Valentino, Keeffe, Ferragamo, McCartney, Max Ernst, Miyake, Hugo Boss, Jasper Johns, Fendi, Karl Lagerfeld, Richard Serra, Man Ray, Helmut Lang, Chloé, Frank Stella, Andy Warhol, Adidas, Alessi, André Saraiva, Armani, Alvar Aalto, Alexander Girard, Aldo Bakker, Apple, Aldo Rossi, Artimide, Anish Kapoor, Artek, Ai Weiwei, Angelo Mangiorotti, Audemars Piquet, Achille Castiglioni, Arne Jacobsen, Agne Jacobsen, Ben Eine, B&B Italia, Basquiat, Blek Le Rat, Bertjan Pot, Brusk, Boud Ceysens, Banksy, Bearbrick, Bentley, Bang Olufsen, Balenciaga, Bitossi, Borek Sipek, Bauhaus, Baccarat, Braun, Breitling, Cappellini C215, Cartier, Charlotte Perriand, Chanel, Christien Meindertsma, Chopard, Ceramic, Case Studyo, Cavalli, Christo, Danese Milano, Damien Hirst, Dface, Dior, De Pas, Dollar, D'Urbino, Daniel Arsham, Driade, Diamond, Disney, Dran , Dieter Rams, Eero Saarinen, Ettore Sottsass, Enzo Mari, Euro, Eero Earnio, Ekstrom, Ed Rusha, Eames, Faile, Ferm, Ferrari, Futura, Foscarini, Fin Dac, Friso Kramer, Flos, Fake, Frank Gehry, Gold, Gucci, Gammelgaard, Gio Ponti, Gispen, Gabbianelli, George Nelson, Hayden Kays, Harry Bertoia, Hans-agne Jakobsson, Hermes, Herman Miller, HAY, Hot Wheels, Hockney, Hella Jongerius, Ikea, Ittala, Isamu Noguchi, Imbue, Irma Boom, Invader, James Bond, Jeff Aerosol, Jean Prouve, JR, Jason Freeny, Jordan, Jørgensen, JonOne, Jeff Koons, Kembo, Kai Kristiansen, Knoll, Klibansky, Kartell, Keith Haring, Konstantin Grcic, Lego , Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Leica, Liechtenstein, Louis Poulsen, Le Corbusier, Lagasse, Louis Vuitton, Lomazzi, Ligne Blanche, Martin Watson, Mr Brainwash, KAWS, Mondriaan, Yayoi Kusama, Minotti, Marc Newson, Memphis Milano, Magis, Martiri, Magis, Maarten Van Severen, Maarten Baas, Vitra, Michele De Lucchi, Mtn, Medicom, Murakami, Yoshitomo Nara, Maurizio Cattelan, Makkink & Bey, Mr Doodle, Miss Tic, Matteo Thun, Modern, Munday, Marcantoni, Maurizio Cattelan, Montblanc, Moooi, Marcel Wanders, Michele De Lucchi, Natuzzi, Nathalie Du Pasquier, Nike, Nintendo, Obey Giant, Off White, Ottmar Hörl, Yoshitomo Nara, Orlinski, Parra, Paul Insect, Porsche, Pejac, Perrotin, Pentax, Pierre Giraudon, Pierre Jeanneret, Popart, Pokemon, Poul Henningsen, Pantone , Philippe Starck, PichiAvo, Pez, Patek Phillipe, Rem Koolhaas, Rietveld, Rolex, Raak, Roche Bobois, Richard Hutten, Ronan & Erwan Bouroullec, Sabine Marcelis, Sandra Chevrier, Shepard Fairey, Supreme, Snik, Space Age, Stik, Seen , Seletti, Seth, Stilnovo, Snarkitecture, Studio Job, Steve Lazarides, Spectrum, Scholten & Baijings, Swarovski, Thonet, Tichelaar, Tintin, Tracey Emin, Verner Panton, USM Haller, Virgil Abloh, Vhils, Vico Magistretti, Webe, Ecstasy, Joe Colombo’’