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How do you tell a real Kartell?

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How do you tell a real Kartell?
To tell a real Kartell, look for the maker's markings. Nearly all authentic pieces will feature an embossed mark that indicates the Kartell name, the product name and the designer name. If your piece lacks any of these three marks or the marking is printed in ink on the piece or on a paper label, it may be a replica. You can also research identifying characteristics for your particular type of furniture and use these to evaluate your item. Alternatively, you can seek the opinion of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer. Find a variety of Kartell furniture on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertOctober 15, 2024
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Orange Space Age Plastic Coffee Table by Giotto Stoppino for Kartell, Italy
By Kartell, Giotto Stoppino
Located in Vienna, AT
Discover the pinnacle of 1960s Space Age design with this iconic Giotto Stoppino Kartell coffee table, model 4905/6/7, crafted in 1968. Celebrated for its innovative form and outstan...
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Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Plastic

1970s Giotto Stoppino Stacking Tables by Kartell
By Kartell, Giotto Stoppino
Located in New York, NY
Iconic set of 3 black round plastic stacking side tables .Designed in the 1970s by Giotto Stoppino for Kartell . The tops of the tables have all the same dimensions with raised roun...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking...

Materials

Plastic

'TopTop' Lucite Round Café Table by Philippe Starck for Kartell, Italy
By Kartell, Philippe Starck
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A sleek and sculptural café or bistro table designed by Philippe Starck with Eugeni Quitllet for Kartell, this piece is part of the iconic 'TopTop' series. Featuring a white round to...
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2010s Italian Modern Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Lucite

Anna Castelli For Kartell Stacking Storage Shelf Nightstand
By Kartell, Anna Castelli Ferrieri
Located in San Diego, CA
Anna Castelli Kartell Mate silver plastic stacking storage nightstand or end table These can also be stacked on top of one another to be four units tall. Space age or POP culture, 19...
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20th Century Italian Post-Modern End Tables

Materials

Plastic

Eleganza Ela Missoni Chair by Philippe Starck for Kartell
By Missoni, Kartell, Philippe Starck
Located in San Diego, CA
Eleganza Ela Missoni Side Chair from Kartell features a frame made from post-industrial recycled thermoplastic technopolymer derived from Illy coffee pods. Designed by Philippe Starc...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Post-Modern Corner Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Plastic

1970s pair of Plastic Modular Cabinets by Anna Castelli Ferrieri for Kartell
By Kartell
Located in Milano, IT
1970s Original pair of cylindrical cabinets by Anna Castelli for Kartell, modular with vertical overlap was designed for every room. A true pieces of italian design. The items are in...
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Plastic

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