Not all storage objects are created equal. The Sogni d’Oriente Box, part of Alessandra Baldereschi collaboration with Ichendorf, redefines what a simple glass container can be. With two variants, one at 15 cm and the other at 19 cm tall, this piece is both functional and expressive, embodying utility while simultaneously radiating an aesthetic presence that enriches its surroundings. It is not merely about holding objects, but about holding meaning and atmosphere.

Design and colour language

Crafted from handmade borosilicate glass, the box carries a green hue reminiscent of jade, a color historically associated with calmness, balance, and resilience. The smallest version carries a blue hue, reminiscent of lapis lazuli, a color historically associated with depth, serenity, and contemplation. The surface shimmers with crystalline clarity, while the minimal geometry enhances its architectural stance. Rather than dominate, it elevates any shelf, table, or cabinet it occupies. Its simplicity becomes its strength, proving that the absence of ornament can be as eloquent as decoration.

More than storage

To call this piece a container is to diminish its scope. It belongs as much to the realm of collectible design as to practical function. The Sogni d’Oriente Box can store jewelry, spices, or everyday treasures, yet it also stands beautifully empty, functioning as a sculptural accent. Like the entirety of the Sogni d'Oriente collection, it embodies the idea that beauty should not be reserved for special occasions, but should accompany daily rituals, reminding us of the elegance hidden in small gestures.

Integration and versatility

This box harmonizes with Ichendorf cups and mugs, Ichendorf teapots and pitchers and jugs. Whether grouped with its blue counterpart to form a chromatic dialogue, or placed as a solitary statement, it adapts with ease to different interiors. Its universal appeal lies in its versatility: equally suited to modern minimalist environments and richly layered decorative contexts.

Baldereschi’s vision

Alessandra Baldereschi has infused the Sogni d'Oriente collection with restraint and depth. Her design is stripped of ornament yet rich in meaning, balancing oriental inspiration with Italian craftsmanship. The container embodies Alessandra Baldereschi x Ichendorf’s philosophy of blending heritage and innovation, turning the everyday act of containing into a refined experience. It is both useful and symbolic: perfect as a gift idea, it's a piece of glassware that narrates beauty while serving life. Over time, it becomes not just a container, but a keepsake: a silent companion in the poetry of living.