Cups and Bowls from the Eco Tableware Series

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Cups and Bowls from the Eco Tableware Series

Designed 2004

Designed Tom Dixon (British, born 1959) Made by Tom Dixon Brand, London (established 2002)

These cups and bowls are made of a biodegradable plastic, unlike the petrochemical polymers used in the production of conventional plastics. The main ingredient is fiber from bamboo, one of the world's most vigorous plants.

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Object Details

Titles:

Cups and Bowls from the Eco Tableware Series

Date:

Designed 2004

Artists:

Designed Tom Dixon (British, born 1959) Made by Tom Dixon Brand, London (established 2002)

Medium:

Bamboo-fiber eco-plastic

Dimensions:

Cups: 4 1/4 x 4 inches (10.8 x 10.2 cm) Bowls: 3 1/2 x 5 3/4 inches (8.9 x 14.6 cm)

Classification:

Containers

Credit Line:

Gift of the designer, 2005

Accession Number:

2005-19-1--8

Geography:

Made in London, England, Europe

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