Christian Lacroix Bois Paradis Die-cut Notecards Fly the classic discus

the classic discus

2004 for Alessi

because when you close it up it doesn’t simply stop being a container

The design is based on a classic photo by Eames showing the famous classic wire chairs from on a white background

Christian Lacroix Bois Paradis Die-cut Notecards Fly the classic discusEach box contains a set of six cards, comprising three colors and decorated with the seasons emblematic design, Bois Paradis, whose details have been elegantly highlighted with gold and silver spot varnish. The incredibly delicate cut out figures of the crane, cheetah, antelope, and crocodile are brought to life as pop ups. Cream envelopes, whose flap bears the iconic Bellechasse cut, are subtly varnished with the instantly recognizable Paseo design.