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Philippe Starck Sonderbar

Dr Sonderbar Armchair by Philippe Starck
By Philippe Starck
Located in PARIS, FR
"Dr. Sonderbar" chair is a creation of French designer Philippe Starck. It was designed in 1983 as
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Vintage 1980s French Post-Modern Armchairs

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Iron

Dr Sonderbar Armchair by Philippe Starck
Dr Sonderbar Armchair by Philippe Starck
H 20.87 in W 35.44 in D 16.93 in
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
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Late 20th Century French Chairs

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Steel

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.
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Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Armchairs

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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
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Vintage 1980s Armchairs

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Chrome

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
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Vintage 1980s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Metal, Chrome

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
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Vintage 1980s French Post-Modern Armchairs

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Steel

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
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Late 20th Century French Armchairs

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Metal

Tripod Nickel Dr Sonderbar Lounge Chair by Philippe Starck
By ICF New York, Philippe Starck
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Post-Moder Polish Nickel Tripod “Dr Sonderbar” Lounge Chair by renowned French designer Philippe
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Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Nickel

Black minimal Doctor Sonderbar chair by Philippe Stark for XO
By Philippe Starck
Located in Kleinburg, ON
The Philippe Starck Doctor Sonderbar chair is a striking piece of furniture that combines
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Vintage 1980s French Post-Modern Armchairs

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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
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Mid-20th Century Armchairs

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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

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Vintage 1980s French Lounge Chairs

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Vintage 1980s French Armchairs

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Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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By Philippe Starck
Located in London, GB
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Vintage 1980s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Vintage 1980s French Post-Modern Side Chairs

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20th Century French Chairs

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Vintage 1980s French Modern Armchairs

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Philippe Starck "Doctor Sonderbar" Chair
By Philippe Starck
Located in Chicago, IL
Philippe Starck "Doctor Sonderbar" chair. Original production by XO from 1983-1989.
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Vintage 1980s French Post-Modern Armchairs

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Steel

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With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the philippe starck sonderbar you’re looking for. A philippe starck sonderbar — often made from metal, steel and chrome — can elevate any home. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect philippe starck sonderbar — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. When you’re browsing for the right philippe starck sonderbar, those designed in mid-century modern styles are of considerable interest. A well-made philippe starck 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 Philippe Starck Sonderbar?

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