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Socrates Corkscrew

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The "Socrates" corkscrew, meticulously designed by Jasper Morrison, is an embodiment of elegance and philosophical wit. Crafted from high-grade 18/10 stainless steel, its mirror-polished...

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The “Socrates” corkscrew, meticulously designed by Jasper Morrison, is an embodiment of elegance and philosophical wit. Crafted from high-grade 18/10 stainless steel, its mirror-polished finish exudes a radiant gleam, rendering…

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The “Socrates” corkscrew, meticulously designed by Jasper Morrison, is an embodiment of elegance and philosophical wit. Crafted from high-grade 18/10 stainless steel, its mirror-polished finish exudes a radiant gleam, rendering it not just a tool, but a statement piece for any connoisseur’s collection. Its design, while simplistic and archetypal in nature, carries a deeper narrative. The corkscrew’s spiraled mechanism humorously parallels the “Socratic method”, a nod to the Athenian philosopher’s technique of drawing out knowledge from his interlocutors. Much like Socrates’ famed method extracts answers, this corkscrew expertly extracts corks. The intertwining of classical philosophy with contemporary design makes this corkscrew a perfect blend of form and function. The Socrates corkscrew isn’t just about opening a bottle; it’s about invoking conversation, introspection, and a touch of historical nostalgia with every twist.

Jasper Morrison

Thomas Phifer studied architecture at Clemson University, receiving his Master of Architecture in 1977. He founded his own architectural practice, Thomas Phifer and Partners, in 1997. Since then, the firm has completed a variety of projects. The studio’s work includes residential, public, and cultural projects, built throughout the US and Europe. Notable designs range from an expansion of Corning Museum of Glass in Corning, New York, to the Nor...

Jasper Morrison

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    Product description

    The “Socrates” corkscrew, meticulously designed by Jasper Morrison, is an embodiment of elegance and philosophical wit. Crafted from high-grade 18/10 stainless steel, its mirror-polished finish exudes a radiant gleam, rendering it not just a tool, but a statement piece for any connoisseur’s collection. Its design, while simplistic and archetypal in nature, carries a deeper narrative. The corkscrew’s spiraled mechanism humorously parallels the “Socratic method”, a nod to the Athenian philosopher’s technique of drawing out knowledge from his interlocutors. Much like Socrates’ famed method extracts answers, this corkscrew expertly extracts corks. The intertwining of classical philosophy with contemporary design makes this corkscrew a perfect blend of form and function. The Socrates corkscrew isn’t just about opening a bottle; it’s about invoking conversation, introspection, and a touch of historical nostalgia with every twist.

    Specifications

    • Material: 18/10 Stainless steel
    • Dimensions: 4.53" x 1.34" x 5.51" or 11.5 cm x 3.4 cm x 14 cm

    Socrates Corkscrew

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