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What materials does Philippe Starck use?

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What materials does Philippe Starck use?
Philippe 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 ExpertMarch 22, 2022
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A POSTMODERN "DR GLOB" chair, by PHILIPPE STARCK, KARTELL, Italy 1980
By Kartell, Philippe Starck
Located in PARIS, FR
An iconic "Dr Glob" postmodern chair, silver lacquered metal tube structure and stylized plastic seating area, by Philippe Starck, produced by Kartell, Italy 1980. Kartell signature ...
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Vintage 1980s French Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Ara Table Lamp by Philippe Starck for Flos, 1988, Italy
By Philippe Starck, Flos
Located in Hagenbach, DE
The Ara table lamp was designed by Philippe Starck for Flos in 1988 and is a striking example of postmodern lighting design. With its sleek, minimalist silhouette and polished chrome...
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Vintage 1980s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Philippe Starck for Flos, "Ara" Table Lamp, Italy 1988
By Philippe Starck, Flos
Located in Naples, IT
Elegant Ara table lamp designed by Philippe Starck and manufactured by Flos Italia in 1988. The lamp is in excellent working condition. If you tilt the top of the lamp upward, the li...
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Set of 2 Purple La Marie Chairs By Philippe Starck For Kartell, Made In Italy
By Philippe Starck, Kartell
Located in San Carlos, CA
For Sale: Iconic La Marie Chairs by Philippe Starck for Kartell Elevate your interior with this stunning set of 2 clear purple La Marie chairs. Designed by the renowned Philippe Sta...
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2010s Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Plastic

Louis 20 Stackable Chairs by Starck for Vitra, 1998
By Vitra, Philippe Starck
Located in Delft, NL
Louis 20 stackable chairs by Starck for Vitra, 1998. 4 Stackable chairs in brownish colour. A curved seat made of a plastic type with an aluminum base. The...
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Late 20th Century European Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Philippe Starck Costes Chairs for Driade 1980s
By Philippe Starck
Located in Čelinac, BA
Philippe Starck Costes chair for Driade 1980s
Category

Vintage 1980s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Plywood

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