Here is one of the most recognizable objects in mid-20th century French cuisine. This 99.5% pure aluminum SEB Moka pot is a direct testament to the golden age of French manufacturing, when SEB established its products in every home with immediately recognizable manufacturing quality and design. The ribbed aluminum body, the waist marked at mid-height, the articulated black bakelite lid with its bird-beak profile, and the angular black handle form a silhouette that millions of French people knew on their stovetops. The markings are complete and legible. Under the lid, it reads "Moka SEB / 6 deciliters / France / Patented-Registered". On the base, the SEB triangle is debossed with the inscription "Pure Aluminum 99.5% / 6 Deciliters / France / Patented-Registered". The 6-deciliter capacity corresponds to a generous model, suitable for 4 to 6 cups. The aluminum bears the natural patina of use, with some superficial oxidation marks characteristic of these pieces rooted in real daily life. The internal filter system with a screw-on knob is present. The condition of the gasket should be checked before use. Collected today as much for its history as for its design, this SEB coffee maker belongs to the category of everyday objects elevated to the status of French industrial heritage. Its silhouette, unchanged for decades, remains one of the most elegant ever designed for this purpose.
Additional details:
- Brand: SEB
- Material: bakélite
- Period: 1950s-1960s
Specifications
ConditionGoodColorsBlack, SilverMaterialAluminiumStyleMid Century Modern