Starck No
1990s Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chairs
Plastic
Late 20th Century Italian Armchairs
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chairs
Plastic
Late 20th Century Japanese Serving Pieces
Stainless Steel
Vintage 1980s French Post-Modern Picture Frames
Metal
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Stoneware
Vintage 1980s Spanish Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Metal
Late 20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Fiberglass
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Chrome
Vintage 1980s French Modern Dining Room Tables
Steel
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Leather
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Leather
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Leather
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Leather
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Plastic, Acrylic
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Metal
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Armchairs
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs
Plastic
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Table Lamps
Aluminum
Early 2000s Italian Space Age Chairs
Steel, Chrome
Early 2000s Italian Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Foam, Lucite
Early 2000s Italian Space Age Dining Room Chairs
Chrome
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Plastic, Acrylic
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Plastic, Acrylic
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Table Lamps
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Table Lamps
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Table Lamps
Aluminum
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Center Tables
Marble, Aluminum
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Center Tables
Marble, Aluminum
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Center Tables
Marble, Aluminum
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Center Tables
Marble, Aluminum
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Center Tables
Marble, Aluminum
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Center Tables
Marble, Aluminum
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Center Tables
Marble, Aluminum
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Center Tables
Marble, Aluminum
1990s European Post-Modern Armchairs
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Stainless Steel
1990s Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Table Lamps
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Table Lamps
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Table Lamps
Aluminum
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Stoneware
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Ceramic, Fabric
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Ceramic
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vases
Ceramic
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls
Ceramic
1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Tables
Metal, Steel
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Ceramic
Late 20th Century Books
Paper
1990s Portuguese Minimalist Ashtrays
Plastic
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Stoneware
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Stoneware
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A Close Look at Modern Furniture
The late 19th and early 20th centuries saw sweeping social change and major scientific advances — both of which contributed to a new aesthetic: modernism. Rejecting the rigidity of Victorian artistic conventions, modernists sought a new means of expression. References to the natural world and ornate classical embellishments gave way to the sleek simplicity of the Machine Age. Architect Philip Johnson characterized the hallmarks of modernism as “machine-like simplicity, smoothness or surface [and] avoidance of ornament.”
Early practitioners of modernist design include the De Stijl (“The Style”) group, founded in the Netherlands in 1917, and the Bauhaus School, founded two years later in Germany.
Followers of both groups produced sleek, spare designs — many of which became icons of daily life in the 20th century. The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics. While Bauhaus principals Marcel Breuer and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe created furniture from mass-produced, chrome-plated steel, American visionaries like Charles and Ray Eames worked in materials as novel as molded plywood and fiberglass. Today, Breuer’s Wassily chair, Mies van der Rohe’s Barcelona chair — crafted with his romantic partner, designer Lilly Reich — and the Eames lounge chair are emblems of progressive design and vintage originals are prized cornerstones of collections.
It’s difficult to overstate the influence that modernism continues to wield over designers and architects — and equally difficult to overstate how revolutionary it was when it first appeared a century ago. But because modernist furniture designs are so simple, they can blend in seamlessly with just about any type of décor. Don’t overlook them.
- Where is Philippe Starck from?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024Philippe Starck is from France. The designer and architect was born in 1949 in Paris and completed his studies at the École Nissim de Camondo in the city. Over the course of his career, Starck has also had homes in cities around the world, including Capri, Italy; New York, New York; Formentera, Spain; and Burano, Italy. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of Philippe Starck furniture.
- Who is Philippe Starck?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Philippe Starck is a French architect and designer. He decorated many notable buildings, including the residences at the Élysée Palace in Paris, France, and the Royalton Hotel in New York, New York. He also creates bold, playful furniture designs. Shop a selection of Philippe Starck on 1stDibs.
- Where does Philippe Starck live?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Philippe Starck lives in homes located around the world. He has an oyster farm in the South of France and houses situated on the islands of Capri, Italy; Formentera, Spain; and Burano, Italy. In addition, he owns a house in Portugal and an apartment in New York City. Shop a variety of Philippe Starck furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Philippe Starck is famous for his work as an architect and designer. His work stands out for its bold, dramatic lines and for the touches of humor that he frequently adds. On 1stDibs, you can shop a collection of Philippe Starck.
- When was Philippe Starck born?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Designer Philippe Starck was born on January 18, 1949 in Paris, France. His father, André Starck, was an airplane designer, and his work provided early inspiration for Starck's designs. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of Philippe Starck furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Philippe Starck designs many types of items. His furniture and household decorative objects are very well known. He also creates watches and boats and works as an architect. Some of his most acclaimed designs include the Louis Ghost chair, the Machine Gun lamp and the Miss K table lamp. You'll find a range of Philippe Starck furniture on 1stDibs.
- What influenced Philippe Starck?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Many things influenced Philippe Starck’s work. His father was an aircraft engineer and his work provided early inspiration for the designer. Starck also identifies fashion trends, pop culture and toys as sources of inspiration. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Philippe Starck furniture.
- Where did Philippe Starck study?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Philippe Starck studied at the École Nissim de Camondo in Paris, where he focused on interior design. Following graduation, he found work decorating nightclubs. In 1983, he received a major commission to design the apartments at the Élysée Palace, then occupied by French president François Mitterrand. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Philippe Starck furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024French is the nationality of Philippe Starck. He was born in Paris, France, in 1949. After studying interior design at the École Nissim de Camondo in Paris, he started his design career in the 1970s, decorating nightclubs in the city. His reputation for spirited and original interiors earned him a commission in 1983 from French President François Mitterrand to design the private apartments of the Élysée Palace. Starck made his name internationally in 1988 with his design for the interiors of the Royalton Hotel in New York. Explore a range of Philippe Starck furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Philippe Starck's primary design philosophy is democratic design. He believes in creating pieces of exceptional quality and providing them at accessible prices. Starck takes an imaginative approach, often incorporating touches of humor into his designs. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Philippe Starck furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Philippe Starck influenced design by changing designers' relationship to their work. His bold, playful approach caused other designers to take more risks and think outside of the box when creating their own designs. On 1stDibs, find a range of Philippe Starck furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Philippe Starck uses a wide range of materials in his designs. He is best known for unconventional pairings, such as pieces made of velvet and chrome or glass and stone. Often, he chooses plastic as a material because it is versatile and affordable. Shop a variety of Philippe Starck furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 7, 2024Philippe Starck's design style is modern. Some words that capture the spirit of his work include dynamic, sleek, fluid and witty. Starck has created everything from hotel interiors and luxury yachts to toothbrushes and teakettles and incorporates playful and unexpected elements in his work. Shop a range of Philippe Starck furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024Philippe Starck has designed many products. He has created everything from hotel interiors and luxury yachts to toothbrushes and teakettles. Yet for every project in his diverse portfolio, Starck has maintained an instantly recognizable signature style: a look that is dynamic, sleek, fluid and witty. He is particularly well known for his furniture, such as the Louis Ghost chair, the Tip Top table, the Series Club chair and the Prince AHA stool. Shop a selection of Philippe Starck furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024Philippe Starck's most famous design is arguably the Louis Ghost chair. Starck introduced the design for Kartell in 2002, and it became an instant icon. Now, it's easily one of the most recognized (and copied) designs in the world. The Louis Ghost chair is a postmodern take on the classic Louis XVI armchair, a style that emerged under the tumultuous reign of King Louis-Auguste and Queen Marie Antoinette. The second half of the chair's name refers to its materiality. It wasn't Starck's first plastic chair for Kartell, but it was the first time a single polycarbonate plastic mold was used in the process, creating a structure completely free of joints. Formally, Starck distilled the geometry of his antique reference to its main elements: the oval-shaped backrest, curved armrests and straight legs, creating a piece that has remained popular for more than 20 years. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Philippe Starck furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Philippe Starck designed the Ghost chair for the furniture maker Kartell to produce and sell in 2002. It draws inspiration from the Louis XVI upholstered armchair. You'll find a collection of Philippe Starck Ghost chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024Starck's idea of social design influences his work by inspiring him to create pieces that add humor and surprise to homes. A great example is how he takes fine furnishings that once signified wealth and prestige and puts a fun new twist on them. You can see this approach in the polycarbonate Louis Ghost armchair derived from Louis XVI furniture and the Out-In chair, a futuristic take on the classic English high-back chair. His idea of social design also leads Starck to keep the price of many of his pieces as economical as possible. Shop a collection of Philippe Starck furniture on 1stDibs.
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