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Dr Sonderbar

Dr. Sonderbar Postmodern Chair by Philippe Starck 1st Edition
By Philippe Starck
Located in Kelkheim (Taunus), HE
Extremely rare first version of the model Dr. Sonderbar by Philippe Starck.
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Philippe Starck Dr. Sonderbar Chair for XO- France, 1980
By XO Design, Philippe Starck
Located in London, GB
Exaggerated curves of tubular steel and perforated sheet metal define The Dr Sonderbar Chair by
Category

Vintage 1980s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Philippe Starck Dr. Sonderbar Chair for XO- France, 1980
Philippe Starck Dr. Sonderbar Chair for XO- France, 1980
$5,119
H 24.81 in W 35.44 in D 19.69 in
French modern black metal armchair Dr Sonderbar by Philippe Starck for XO, 1980s
By Philippe Starck, XO Design
Located in MIlano, IT
French modern black metal armchair Dr Sonderbar by Philippe Starck for XO, 1980s Armchair or chair
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal

French Design Philippe Starck, Dr Sonderbar Chair, XO - 1980s
By Philippe Starck
Located in Renens, CH
Philippe Starck - Doctor Sonderbar Chair in chromed metal, produced by XO in France, 1980s
Category

Vintage 1980s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Set of 2 Dr Sonderbar by Philippe Starck for XO, 1983
By Philippe Starck
Located in JASSANS-RIOTTIER, FR
Set of 2 armchairs by Philippe Starck for XO in 1983 Docteur Sonderbar model Tubular tripod
Category

Late 20th Century French Armchairs

Materials

Metal

Set of 2 Dr Sonderbar by Philippe Starck for XO, 1983
Set of 2 Dr Sonderbar by Philippe Starck for XO, 1983
$10,274 / set
H 25.01 in W 35.83 in D 19.3 in
Early Matte Black Doctor Sonderbar Armchair by Philippe Starck
By Philippe Starck
Located in Barcelona, ES
The "Dr. Sonderbar" chair is a creation of French designer Philippe Starck. It was designed in 1983
Category

Vintage 1980s French Post-Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

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Lounge Chair 'Dr. Sonderbar' by Philippe Starck for xO
Located in Berlin, DE
Lounge chair 'Dr. Sonderbar'. Design by Philippe Starck. Manufactured by xO, France (1983). Nickel
Category

Vintage 1980s French Lounge Chairs

Early Black Doctor Sonderbar Armchair by Philippe Starck
By Philippe Starck
Located in L'Escala, ES
The "Dr. Sonderbar" chair is a creation of French designer Philippe Starck. It was designed in 1983
Category

Late 20th Century French Chairs

Materials

Steel

Dr Sonderbar by Philippe Starck for XO
Located in PARIS, FR
Armchair 'Dr. Sonderbar' by French designer Philippe Starck for XO design, early 80s. Tripod metal
Category

Mid-20th Century Armchairs

Materials

Metal

Dr Sonderbar by Philippe Starck for XO
Dr Sonderbar by Philippe Starck for XO
H 24.81 in W 35.83 in D 19.1 in
Tripod Nickel Dr Sonderbar Lounge Chair by Philippe Starck
By Philippe Starck, ICF New York
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Post-Moder Polish Nickel Tripod “Dr Sonderbar” Lounge Chair by renowned French designer Philippe
Category

Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Nickel

Post-modern Dr Sonderbar chair in black by Philippe Starck
By Philippe Starck
Located in London, GB
Dr Sonderbar steel chair in the rare glossy black, by Philippe Starck. With a simple oversized
Category

Late 20th Century French Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Dr Sonderbar Armchair by Philippe Starck for Xo, 1980s
By Philippe Starck
Located in PARIS, FR
Dr Sonderbar armchair by Philippe Starck for XO. The armchair is produced in chromed steel. The
Category

Vintage 1980s French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Rare first edition post-modern Dr Sonderbar chair in white by Philippe Starck
By Philippe Starck
Located in London, GB
Dr Sonderbar steel chair in the rare pearlescent white, by Philippe Starck. With a simple oversized
Category

Late 20th Century French Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Philippe Starck Dr. Sonderbar Chair, OX France, 1980
By Philippe Starck
Located in London, GB
Doctor Sonderbar chair by Philippe Starck made by XO, France. Made of tubular steel and perforated
Category

Vintage 1980s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Pair of Original Dr. Sonderbar Chairs by Philippe Starck
By Philippe Starck
Located in Pound Ridge, NY
Iconic chairs circa 1983 designed by Philippe Starck. Lovely original pair. Great condition with just the right amount of age and patina.
Category

Vintage 1980s French Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Dr. Sonderbar Chair by Philippe Starck for XO, 1980s, France
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Vintage "Doctor Sonderbar" chair in polished nickel-plated steel with a perforated seat designed by
Category

Vintage 1980s Chairs

Philippe Starck "Doctor Sonderbar" Three Legged Chair
By Philippe Starck
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Very early nickel plated Dr Sonderbar chair by Philippe Starck. One owner, in pristine original
Category

Vintage 1980s French Post-Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Dr. Sonderbar chairs, pair by Philippe Starck
Located in Chicago, IL
Dr. Sonderbar chairs, pair by Philippe Starck
Category

20th Century French Chairs

Materials

Steel

Dr Sonderbar Armchair by Philippe Starck for XO, 1980s
By Philippe Starck
Located in Untersiggenthal, AG
From French designer Philippe Starck, the Dr. Sonderbar nickel-plated steel chair with perforated
Category

Vintage 1980s Armchairs

Materials

Chrome

Dr Sonderbar Chair by Philippe Starck for XO, 1983
By Philippe Starck
Located in Ixelles, Bruxelles
Designer - Philippe Starck Producer - XO Model - Dr Sonderbar Chair Design Period - 1983
Category

Vintage 1980s French Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

"Dr. Sonderbar" Chairs, Philippe Starck
By Philippe Starck
Located in Bridport, CT
Pair of "Doctor Sonderbar" chairs by Philippe Starck made by XO, France. Made of tubular steel and
Category

Vintage 1980s French Armchairs

Materials

Steel

"Dr. Sonderbar" Chairs, Philippe Starck
"Dr. Sonderbar" Chairs, Philippe Starck
H 24.75 in W 35.5 in D 18.5 in
PR. DR. SONDERBAR ARMCHAIRS BY PHILIPPE STARCK
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
SEMI CIRCLE 3 LEGGED STAINLESS STEEL ARMCHAIRS
Category

Late 20th Century French Armchairs

Pair of "Dr Sonderbar" Armchairs by Philippe Starck
By Philippe Starck
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of Dr. Donderbar armchairs by Philippe Starck.
Category

Vintage 1980s French Modern Armchairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

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Dr Sonderbar For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal dr sonderbar for your home. Frequently made of metal, steel and chrome, every dr sonderbar was constructed with great care. There are many kinds of the dr sonderbar you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right dr sonderbar, those designed in mid-century modern styles are of considerable interest. A well-made dr sonderbar has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Philippe Starck and ICF New York are consistently popular.

How Much is a Dr Sonderbar?

Prices for a dr sonderbar can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $3,099 and can go as high as $9,541, while the average can fetch as much as $4,898.

Finding the Right Seating for You

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Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.

Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.

The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.

Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.

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