Philippe Starck Dr. Sonderbar Chair for XO- France, 1980
By Philippe Starck, XO Design
Located in London, GB
Exaggerated curves of tubular steel and perforated sheet metal define The Dr Sonderbar Chair by
Steel
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
Metal, Chrome
$5,374
H 37.01 in W 35.44 in D 18.51 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
Steel
$2,959
H 27.37 in W 35.83 in D 19.3 in
French modern black metal armchair Dr Sonderbar by Philippe Starck for XO, 1980s
By XO Design, Philippe Starck
Located in MIlano, IT
French modern black metal armchair Dr Sonderbar by Philippe Starck for XO, 1980s Armchair or chair
Metal
Philippe Starck "Doctor Sonderbar" Chair
By Philippe Starck, XO Design
Located in San Francisco, CA
First production of XO Doctor Sonderbar Chair
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
Steel
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
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
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
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
Steel
Philippe Starck Doctor Sonderbar Chair
By Philippe Starck
Located in Tokyo, Tokyo
Three-legged chair named 'Doctor Sonderbar' by Philippe Starck for XO, 1983.
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
Stainless Steel
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
Steel
Sold
H 24.81 in W 35.44 in D 19.69 in
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
Steel
Dr. Sonderbar Postmodern Chair by Philippe Starck
By Philippe Starck
Located in Kelkheim (Taunus), HE
selected items – We change the way you think about forever. Dr. Sonderbar Chair by Philippe Starck
Steel
Philippe Starck "Doctor Sonderbar" Three-Leg Sculptural Chair
By Philippe Starck
Located in North Miami, FL
This sculptural yet whimsical chromed steel chair entitled "Doctor Sonderbar" was
Steel, Chrome
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
Nickel
Early Matte Black Doctor Sonderbar Armchair by Philippe Starck
By Philippe Starck
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Early matte black doctor Sonderbar armchair by Philippe Starck. Designed by Stark for XO in 1983
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.
Steel
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
Steel
Dr. Sonderbar chairs, pair by Philippe Starck
Located in Chicago, IL
Dr. Sonderbar chairs, pair by Philippe Starck
Steel
"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
Steel
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
Metal
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
Chrome
Ingo Maurer "Ilo Ilu " Light
By Ingo Maurer
Located in New York, NY
A rare low voltage kinetic light sculpture by Ingo Maurer.
Steel
$8,400 / set
H 37 in W 26.25 in D 25.5 in
8 Custom Mohair Upholstered Dining Chairs In The Manner Of Olivier Gagnere
By Olivier Gagnère
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A fine set of Mohair upholstered dining chairs, comprised of six side chairs with two end armchairs. All are very well constructed with spring cushion seat cushions. The chairs have...
Metal
$1,249Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 66.9 in W 31.5 in D 11.4 in
"Perf" Bar Cabinet in Varnished Steel by Moroso for Diesel
By Moroso, Diesel Creative Team 1
Located in Brooklyn, NY
"Perf" is a bar cabinet, designed by Diesel Creative Team and manufactured by Moroso, in varnished steel black mat, with doors in varnished steel available in these colors: copper, b...
Steel
Monarch Fiberglass Bench in Leather by Asa Pingree
By Asa Pingree
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Asa Pingree’s slinky, singular fiberglass creations are a direct reflection of the designer’s penchant for clean lines and lightweight structures. The Monarch bench is a striking co...
Fiberglass
Favela Chair by Campana Brothers for Edra 1994
By Campana Brothers
Located in Lisboa, PT
Favela Chair by Campana Brothers for Edra, 1994 Designed by Fernando and Humberto Campana, the Favela Chair is a remarkable example of their groundbreaking approach to design and c...
Pine
Philippe Starck Object Pointus Flatware
By Philippe Starck
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Philippe Stark 5 piece place sets of flatware manufactured by Sasaki.Setting for six No longer in production. knife-10" large fork-9" large spoon-9" small fork-7" small spoon-6"
Stainless Steel
1950s Italian Brass & Black Enamel Pendant Lamp, Attributed to Stilnovo
Located in Rome, IT
Ceiling-mounted pendant composed of a slender brass down-rod, a black enamel steel canopy, and a shallow circular metal reflector. Three brass struts form an open triangular frame th...
Metal, Brass
$9,300 / item
H 21.66 in W 76.78 in D 37.41 in
Modern Minho Chaise Longue, Velvet, Walnut, Handmade Portugal by Greenapple
By Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Modern Minho Chaise Longue, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Minho chaise longue is a modern reinterpretation of traditional furniture de...
Walnut, Velvet, Oak, Leather, Alpaca, Mohair, Bouclé, Linen, Wood
Richard Sapper ‘Tizio’ Table Lamp for Artemide, Italy, 1972
By Artemide, Richard Sapper
Located in Lisboa, PT
This table lamp, model Tizio, was designed by Richard Sapper for Artemide, in Italy, in 1972. Introduced in 1972, the lamp is built with two counterweights allowing the user to direc...
Aluminum
$4,227
H 13.78 in Dm 18.9 in
Mid-Century German Cocoon Pendant Lamp by Friedel Wauer for Goldkant, 1960s
By Friedel Wauer
Located in Hamburg, DE
Rare Mid Century Cocoon pendant lamp by Goldkant based on a design by Friedel Wauer from the 60s. The Cocoon shade provides diffuse, atmospheric light. At the same time, the symmetr...
Metal
Tri-Fold Opaque Lacquer Folding Screen / Room Divider
By Atlas Industries
Located in Newburgh, NY
Sculptural, handcrafted, self-supporting screen for use as a stand-alone or combined to create a larger privacy wall. The tri-fold design can be oriented with the form tapering eithe...
Hardwood
LUdown Cylinder Flush Mount AS
By Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The LUdown cylinder flush mount AS fixture by Lumfardo Luminaires is part of our contemporary collection. Available in aged silver and steel with (1) E26 medium based socket. Light b...
Gold, Silver, Brass, Steel
Ceramic Side Table Tall - Geometric shape
By Project 213A
Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT
GEOMETRIC CERAMIC SIDE TABLE, designed in 2023. Hand-sculpted ceramic table with an organic shape made in Project 213A's in-house ceramic workshop and finished with a custom glaze. ...
Ceramic, Clay
Concrete Chair Jonas Bohlin, 1980's
By Jonas Bohlin
Located in Uccle, BE
Iconic chair designed by Swedish designer Jonas Bohlin for Källemo. Signed by designer Provex JB. The chair was produced in 1981 and only 100 chairs were made.
Concrete, Cut Steel
Pair of Bauhaus Modernist StyleTubular Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Great pair of Bauhaus tubular sling chairs in cowhide and matte steel. The arm covers are black leather that lace up underneath while the seat and back are lace-up cowhide. Similar ...
Steel
$16,938 / set
H 27.56 in W 17.72 in D 19.69 in
Pair of Gerrit Rietveld Steltman chairs - Netherlands, 1963
By Gerrit Rietveld
Located in London, GB
Gerrit Rietveld (1888–1964) was a key figure in the De Stijl movement, known for his radical use of geometry, line, and primary colour. A trained cabinetmaker, he brought a sculptura...
Pine
A ubiquitous name in the world of contemporary architecture and design, Philippe Starck 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.
The son of an aircraft engineer, Starck studied interior design at the École Nissim de Camondo in Paris. He started his design career in the 1970s decorating nightclubs in the city, and 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, a strikingly novel environment featuring jewel-toned carpeting and upholstery and furnishings with organically shaped cast-aluminum frames. He followed that up in 1990 with an equally impressive redesign of the Paramount Hotel in Manhattan, a project that featured over-scaled furniture as well as headboards that mimicked Old Masters paintings.
Like their designer, furniture pieces by Starck seem to enjoy attention. Designs such as the wedge-shaped J Series club chair; the sweeping molded-mahogany Costes chair; the provocative Ara table lamp; or the sinuous WW stool never fail to raise eyebrows. Other Starck pieces make winking postmodern references to historical designs. His polycarbonate Louis Ghost armchair puts a new twist on Louis XVI furniture; his Out-In chair offers a futuristic take on the classic English high-back chair. But for all his flair, Starck maintains a populist vision of design. While one of his limited-edition Prince de Fribourg et Treyer armchairs might be priced at $7,000, a plastic Starck chair for the Italian firm Kartell is available for around $250. As you will see on 1stDibs, Philippe Starck’s furniture makes a bold statement — and it can add a welcome bit of humor to even the most traditional decor.
With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.
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.
With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.
Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.
No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.