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Kartell Seating

Italian

The Italian design giant Kartell transformed plastic from the stuff of humble household goods into a staple of luxury design in the 1960s. Founded in Milan by Italian chemical engineer Giulio Castelli (1920–2006) and his wife Anna Ferrieri (1918–2006), Kartell began as an industrial design firm, producing useful items like ski racks for automobiles and laboratory equipment designed to replace breakable glass with sturdy plastic. Even as companies like Olivetti and Vespa were making Italian design popular in the 1950s, typewriters and scooters were relatively costly, and Castelli and Ferrieri wanted to provide Italian consumers with affordable, stylish goods.

They launched a housewares division of Kartell in 1953, making lighting fixtures and kitchen tools and accessories from colorful molded plastic. Consumers in the postwar era were initially skeptical of plastic goods, but their affordability and infinite range of styles and hues eventually won devotees. Tupperware parties in the United States made plastic storage containers ubiquitous in postwar homes, and Kartell’s ingenious designs for juicers, dustpans, and dish racks conquered Europe. Kartell designer Gino Colombini was responsible for many of these early products, and his design for the KS 1146 Bucket won the Compasso d’Oro prize in 1955.

Buoyed by its success in the home goods market, Kartell introduced its Habitat division in 1963. Designers Marco Zanuso and Richard Sapper created the K1340 (later called the K 4999) children’s chair that year, and families enjoyed their bright colors and light weight, which made them easy for kids to pick up and move. In 1965, Joe Colombo (1924–78) created one of Kartell’s few pieces of non-plastic furniture, the 4801 chair, which sits low to the ground and comprised of just three curved pieces of plywood. (In 2012, Kartell reissued the chair in plastic.) Colombo followed up on the success of the 4801 with the iconic 4867 Universal Chair in 1967, which, like Verner Panton’s S chair, is made from a single piece of plastic. The colorful, stackable injection-molded chair was an instant classic. That same year, Kartell introduced Colombo’s KD27 table lamp. Ferrierei’s cylindrical 4966 Componibili storage module debuted in 1969.

Kartell achieved international recognition for its innovative work in 1972, when a landmark exhibition curated by Emilio Ambasz called “Italy: The New Domestic Landscape” opened at New York’s Museum of Modern Art. That show introduced American audiences to the work of designers such as Gaetano Pesce; Ettore Sottsass, founder of the Memphis Group; and the firms Archizoom and Superstudio (both firms were among Italy's Radical design groups) — all of whom were using wit, humor and unorthodox materials to create a bracingly original interior aesthetic.

Castelli and Ferrieri sold Kartell to Claudio Luti, their son-in-law, in 1988, and since then, Luti has expanded the company’s roster of designers.

Kartell produced Ron Arad’s Bookworm wall shelf in 1994, and Philippe Starck’s La Marie chair in 1998. More recently, Kartell has collaborated with the Japanese collective Nendo, Spanish architect Patricia Urquiola and glass designer Tokujin Yoshioka, among many others. Kartell classics can be found in museums around the world, including MoMA, the Victoria and Albert Museum and the Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum. In 1999, Claudio Luti established the Museo Kartell to tell the company’s story, through key objects from its innovative and colorful history.

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Creator: Kartell
Kartell Eleganza Nia Chair by Philippe Starck
Kartell Eleganza Nia Chair by Philippe Starck

Kartell Eleganza Nia Chair by Philippe Starck

By Philippe Starck, Kartell

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Elegance and its discreet charm. Philippe Starck has re-thought the essential lines of Italian style with a timeless chair that combines the world of Haute Couture with bon ton. Dist...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Kartell Seating

Materials

Fabric, Plastic

Kartell Pop Outdoor Armchair in Ikon Dove by Piero Lissoni
Kartell Pop Outdoor Armchair in Ikon Dove by Piero Lissoni

Kartell Pop Outdoor Armchair in Ikon Dove by Piero Lissoni

By Piero Lissoni, Carlo Tamborini, Kartell

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Pop outdoor is the modular sofa with evanescent profiles characterised by large seat and backrest cushions which make it soft and comfortable, made with fabrics conceived specificall...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Kartell Seating

Materials

Fabric, Plastic

Set of 2 Kartell Charles Ghost Medium Stools in Crystal by Philippe Starck
Set of 2 Kartell Charles Ghost Medium Stools in Crystal by Philippe Starck

Set of 2 Kartell Charles Ghost Medium Stools in Crystal by Philippe Starck

By Kartell, Philippe Starck

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The shape conjures up stools of the 1800s and the line of the legs is rounded and slightly upturned, an icon of the classic high stool. Charles Ghost is ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Kartell Seating

Materials

Crystal

Set of 2 Kartell Audrey Chair by Piero Lissoni in Sand
Set of 2 Kartell Audrey Chair by Piero Lissoni in Sand

Set of 2 Kartell Audrey Chair by Piero Lissoni in Sand

By Kartell, Piero Lissoni

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Audrey is a versatile and contemporary chair which because of its simple, clean lines obtained through a special die-casting process is composed of only two parts and made without we...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Kartell Seating

Materials

Aluminum

Kartell Uncle Jack Sofa by Philippe Starck
Kartell Uncle Jack Sofa by Philippe Starck

Kartell Uncle Jack Sofa by Philippe Starck

By Kartell, Philippe Starck

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Kartell presents Uncle Jack, the revolutionary single mould transparent polycarbonate sofa signed by Philippe Starck. It is 190 cm long in a single block we...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Kartell Seating

Materials

Plastic

Kartell Set of 2 Ami Ami Chair in Smoke by Tokujin Yoshioka
Kartell Set of 2 Ami Ami Chair in Smoke by Tokujin Yoshioka

Kartell Set of 2 Ami Ami Chair in Smoke by Tokujin Yoshioka

By Kartell, Tokujin Yoshioka

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Inspired by the way pattern and texture interweave in a fabric, the Ami Ami chair (its name in Japanese literally means "to weave"), was born of designer's wish to reproduce one of the stylistic icons typical of his country - weaving. The simple squared off lines contrast with the richness of the weaving and this is achieved on the inner and outer surfaces through a complex industrial process which recreates the motif using a single mould. Available in crystal, smoke, glossy white, glossy black and Kartell red.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Kartell Seating

Materials

Plastic

Kartell A.I. Stool Light by Philippe Starck
Kartell A.I. Stool Light by Philippe Starck

Kartell A.I. Stool Light by Philippe Starck

By Kartell, Philippe Starck

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A stool made from recycled material for maximum sustainability. A.I. stool light is sustainable in materials and production process and is the result of thorough optimisation: three ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Kartell Seating

Materials

Plastic

Postmodern Bar Stools, Model 4822 “Polo” by Anna Castelli Ferrieri for Kartell
Postmodern Bar Stools, Model 4822 “Polo” by Anna Castelli Ferrieri for Kartell

Postmodern Bar Stools, Model 4822 “Polo” by Anna Castelli Ferrieri for Kartell

By Kartell, Anna Castelli Ferrieri

Located in Almelo, NL

Postmodern Bar Stools, Model 4822 “Polo” by Anna Castelli Ferrieri for Kartell, Italy, 1984 Designed by pioneering Italian architect and designer Anna Castelli Ferrieri, these strik...

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Kartell Seating

Materials

Metal

Kartell Pop Outdoor Sofa in Sunbrella Ecru by Piero Lissoni
Kartell Pop Outdoor Sofa in Sunbrella Ecru by Piero Lissoni

Kartell Pop Outdoor Sofa in Sunbrella Ecru by Piero Lissoni

By Piero Lissoni, Kartell, Carlo Tamborini

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Pop outdoor is the modular sofa with evanescent profiles characterised by large seat and backrest cushions which make it soft and comfortable, made with fabrics conceived specificall...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Kartell Seating

Materials

Fabric, Plastic

Set of 2 Kartell One More Counter Stools in Mat White by Philippe Starck
Set of 2 Kartell One More Counter Stools in Mat White by Philippe Starck

Set of 2 Kartell One More Counter Stools in Mat White by Philippe Starck

By Philippe Starck, Kartell

Located in Brooklyn, NY

If you want to sip a drink at the bar in peace and quiet, you need a comfortable tall stool with a back to lean against. Sometimes one drink is not ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Kartell Seating

Materials

Plastic

Kartell Masters Counter Stool in Gold by Philippe Starck & Eugeni Quitllet
Kartell Masters Counter Stool in Gold by Philippe Starck & Eugeni Quitllet

Kartell Masters Counter Stool in Gold by Philippe Starck & Eugeni Quitllet

By Philippe Starck, Kartell

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Kartell also offers a stool version of the Masters chair, winner of the Good Design Award 2010 and the Red Dot Award 2013, and a worldwide best seller. The legs are lengthened and th...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Kartell Seating

Materials

Plastic

Kartell Smatrik Stool in White by Tokujin Yoshioka
Kartell Smatrik Stool in White by Tokujin Yoshioka

Kartell Smatrik Stool in White by Tokujin Yoshioka

By Kartell, Tokujin Yoshioka

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The Smatrik stool joins the family of seats created by Tokujin Yoshioka and is crafted using a mould which enables the recreation of a 3D net that overlaps and crosses over.Thanks to...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Kartell Seating

Materials

Steel

Kartell Masters Counter Stool in Titanium by Philippe Starck & Eugeni Quitllet
Kartell Masters Counter Stool in Titanium by Philippe Starck & Eugeni Quitllet

Kartell Masters Counter Stool in Titanium by Philippe Starck & Eugeni Quitllet

By Kartell, Philippe Starck

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Kartell also offers a stool version of the Masters chair, winner of the Good Design Award 2010 and the Red Dot Award 2013, and a worldwide best seller. The legs are lengthened and th...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Kartell Seating

Materials

Plastic

Set of 2 Kartell Charles Ghost Large Stools in Light Blue by Philippe Starck
Set of 2 Kartell Charles Ghost Large Stools in Light Blue by Philippe Starck

Set of 2 Kartell Charles Ghost Large Stools in Light Blue by Philippe Starck

By Kartell, Philippe Starck

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The shape conjures up stools of the 1800s and the line of the legs is rounded and slightly upturned, an icon of the classic high stool. Charles Ghost is constructed from a single blo...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Kartell Seating

Materials

Crystal

Kartell Smatrik Outdoor Stool in White by Tokujin Yoshioka
Kartell Smatrik Outdoor Stool in White by Tokujin Yoshioka

Kartell Smatrik Outdoor Stool in White by Tokujin Yoshioka

By Tokujin Yoshioka, Kartell

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The Smatrik stool joins the family of seats created by Tokujin Yoshioka and is crafted using a mould which enables the recreation of a 3D net that overlaps and crosses over.Thanks to...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Kartell Seating

Materials

Steel

Kartell Pop Outdoor Armchair in Dove by Piero Lissoni
Kartell Pop Outdoor Armchair in Dove by Piero Lissoni

Kartell Pop Outdoor Armchair in Dove by Piero Lissoni

By Carlo Tamborini, Kartell, Piero Lissoni

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Pop outdoor is the modular sofa with evanescent profiles characterised by large seat and backrest cushions which make it soft and comfortable, made with fabrics conceived specificall...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Kartell Seating

Materials

Fabric, Plastic

Set of 2 Kartell Charles Ghost Large Stools in Glossy Black by Philippe Starck
Set of 2 Kartell Charles Ghost Large Stools in Glossy Black by Philippe Starck

Set of 2 Kartell Charles Ghost Large Stools in Glossy Black by Philippe Starck

By Kartell, Philippe Starck

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The shape conjures up stools of the 1800s and the line of the legs is rounded and slightly upturned, an icon of the classic high stool. Charles Ghost is constructed from a single blo...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Kartell Seating

Materials

Crystal

Set of 2 Kartell One More Please Counter Stools in Matt White by Philippe Starck
Set of 2 Kartell One More Please Counter Stools in Matt White by Philippe Starck

Set of 2 Kartell One More Please Counter Stools in Matt White by Philippe Starck

By Kartell, Philippe Starck

Located in Brooklyn, NY

If you want to sip a drink at the bar in peace and quiet, you need a comfortable tall stool with a back to lean against. Sometimes one drink is not enough - and you need "One more" and sometimes "One more please...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Kartell Seating

Materials

Plastic

Kartell Piuma Chair in Sage by Piero Lissoni
Kartell Piuma Chair in Sage by Piero Lissoni

Kartell Piuma Chair in Sage by Piero Lissoni

By Kartell, Piero Lissoni

Located in Brooklyn, NY

2016 saw the completion of the “Piuma” project by Piero Lissoni. The chair is one of the most revolutionary and enterprising products in Kartell’s repertoire of technology and materi...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Kartell Seating

Materials

Plastic

Set of 2 Kartell AI Chair in Green Created by Artificial Intelligence
Set of 2 Kartell AI Chair in Green Created by Artificial Intelligence

Set of 2 Kartell AI Chair in Green Created by Artificial Intelligence

By Kartell, Philippe Starck

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Kartell continues its ongoing commitment to sustainability with eco-friendly products which are part of the broader project expressed by the industrial manifesto Kartell loves the planet. A.I. is the chair created for the first time ever using 100% recycled material, in which aesthetics and structural requirements remain unaltered, blending seamlessly with generative design. Available in white, black, green, orange, gray, bronze, titanium and gold.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Kartell Seating

Materials

Plastic

Set of 2 Kartell Papyrus Chair in Crystal by Ronan & Erwan Bouroullec
Set of 2 Kartell Papyrus Chair in Crystal by Ronan & Erwan Bouroullec

Set of 2 Kartell Papyrus Chair in Crystal by Ronan & Erwan Bouroullec

By Kartell, Ronan and Erwan Bouroullec

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Papyrus is a remake of the archetypal antique rush chair, from a time when chair structures were decisive and strong. This chair combines a transluc...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Kartell Seating

Materials

Plastic

Set of 2 Kartell Smatrik Outdoor Chair in Black by Tokujin Yoshioka
Set of 2 Kartell Smatrik Outdoor Chair in Black by Tokujin Yoshioka

Set of 2 Kartell Smatrik Outdoor Chair in Black by Tokujin Yoshioka

By Kartell, Tokujin Yoshioka

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The constant interplay of design and technological innovation has led to the creation of Smatrik, the latest interpretation of a chair, designed by Tokujin Yoshioka. It has an innova...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Kartell Seating

Materials

Plastic

Set of 2 Kartell One More Please Counter Stools in Green by Philippe Starck
Set of 2 Kartell One More Please Counter Stools in Green by Philippe Starck

Set of 2 Kartell One More Please Counter Stools in Green by Philippe Starck

By Philippe Starck, Kartell

Located in Brooklyn, NY

If you want to sip a drink at the bar in peace and quiet, you need a comfortable tall stool with a back to lean against. Sometimes one drink is not ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Kartell Seating

Materials

Plastic

Kartell Ami Ami Chair in Glossy White by Tokujin Yoshioka
Kartell Ami Ami Chair in Glossy White by Tokujin Yoshioka

Kartell Ami Ami Chair in Glossy White by Tokujin Yoshioka

By Tokujin Yoshioka, Kartell

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Inspired by the way pattern and texture interweave in a fabric, the Ami Ami chair (its name in Japanese literally means "to weave"), was born of designer's wish to reproduce one of the stylistic icons typical of his country - weaving. The simple squared off lines contrast with the richness of the weaving and this is achieved on the inner and outer surfaces through a complex industrial process which recreates the motif using a single mould. Available in crystal, smoke, glossy white, glossy black and Kartell red.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Kartell Seating

Materials

Plastic

Anna Castelli Ferrieri Set of Three Monochrome Stools for Kartell
Anna Castelli Ferrieri Set of Three Monochrome Stools for Kartell

Anna Castelli Ferrieri Set of Three Monochrome Stools for Kartell

By Anna Castelli Ferrieri, Kartell

Located in Reading, Berkshire

A Set of Three Monochrome Postmodern Stools by Anna Castelli Ferrieri for Kartell, Italy, 1980s Table can be sold as well but is not by Kartell if requested. Currently used for illu...

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Kartell Seating

Materials

Plastic

Set of 2 Kartell Charles Ghost Large Stools in Powder Blue by Philippe Starck
Set of 2 Kartell Charles Ghost Large Stools in Powder Blue by Philippe Starck

Set of 2 Kartell Charles Ghost Large Stools in Powder Blue by Philippe Starck

By Kartell, Philippe Starck

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The shape conjures up stools of the 1800s and the line of the legs is rounded and slightly upturned, an icon of the classic high stool. Charles Ghost is constructed from a single blo...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Kartell Seating

Materials

Crystal

Set of 2 Kartell Papyrus Chair in Smoke Brown by Ronan & Erwan Bouroullec
Set of 2 Kartell Papyrus Chair in Smoke Brown by Ronan & Erwan Bouroullec

Set of 2 Kartell Papyrus Chair in Smoke Brown by Ronan & Erwan Bouroullec

By Kartell, Ronan and Erwan Bouroullec

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Papyrus is a remake of the archetypal antique rush chair, from a time when chair structures were decisive and strong. This chair combines a transluc...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Kartell Seating

Materials

Plastic

Kartell Cara Mat Outdoor Chair in White Brick by Philippe Starck & Sergio Schito
Kartell Cara Mat Outdoor Chair in White Brick by Philippe Starck & Sergio Schito

Kartell Cara Mat Outdoor Chair in White Brick by Philippe Starck & Sergio Schito

By Kartell, Philippe Starck

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Cara is the living room armchair which combines the rigour of classic lines and the comfort of the seat, characterised by the large, high cushion which offers maximum comfort. Cara...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Kartell Seating

Materials

Fabric, Plastic

Set of 2 Kartell Venice Chairs in Mat Black by Philippe Starck
Set of 2 Kartell Venice Chairs in Mat Black by Philippe Starck

Set of 2 Kartell Venice Chairs in Mat Black by Philippe Starck

By Kartell, Philippe Starck

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A tribute to the city of Venice in a chair for both the table and the living room, which combines classic lines with comfort. Venice is suitable for both indoor and outdoor use.  

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Kartell Seating

Materials

Plastic

Set of 2 Kartell Charles Ghost Large Stools in Smoke Grey by Philippe Starck
Set of 2 Kartell Charles Ghost Large Stools in Smoke Grey by Philippe Starck

Set of 2 Kartell Charles Ghost Large Stools in Smoke Grey by Philippe Starck

By Kartell, Philippe Starck

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The shape conjures up stools of the 1800s and the line of the legs is rounded and slightly upturned, an icon of the classic high stool. Charles Ghost is constructed from a single blo...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Kartell Seating

Materials

Crystal

Kartell Charla Chair by Patricia Urquiola
Kartell Charla Chair by Patricia Urquiola

Kartell Charla Chair by Patricia Urquiola

By Kartell, Patricia Urquiola

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The CHARLA dining armchair boasts elegant, flowing lines and embraces you in an almost wrap-around seat. The chair has everything needed for the contract and consumer segments and is perfect for a quick rest in a hotel lobby or a TV dinner...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Kartell Seating

Materials

Fabric, Plastic

Kartell Cara Mat Outdoor Chair in White Green by Philippe Starck & Sergio Schito
Kartell Cara Mat Outdoor Chair in White Green by Philippe Starck & Sergio Schito

Kartell Cara Mat Outdoor Chair in White Green by Philippe Starck & Sergio Schito

By Kartell, Philippe Starck

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Cara is the living room armchair which combines the rigor of classic lines and the comfort of the seat, characterized by the large, high cushion which offers maximum comfort. Cara i...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Kartell Seating

Materials

Fabric, Plastic

Set of 2 Kartell Charles Ghost Medium Stools in Glossy Black by Philippe Starck
Set of 2 Kartell Charles Ghost Medium Stools in Glossy Black by Philippe Starck

Set of 2 Kartell Charles Ghost Medium Stools in Glossy Black by Philippe Starck

By Kartell, Philippe Starck

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The shape conjures up stools of the 1800s and the line of the legs is rounded and slightly upturned, an icon of the classic high stool. Charles Ghost is constructed from a single blo...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Kartell Seating

Materials

Crystal

Kartell Cara Outdoor Chair by Philippe Starck with Sergio Schito in Pale Green
Kartell Cara Outdoor Chair by Philippe Starck with Sergio Schito in Pale Green

Kartell Cara Outdoor Chair by Philippe Starck with Sergio Schito in Pale Green

By Kartell, Philippe Starck

Located in Brooklyn, NY

In Cara armchair, classically rigorous lines surround a comfortable seat. The perfect combination of formalism and technological innovation, for an original product with an industrial vibe that extends Kartell's range of soft furnishings...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Kartell Seating

Materials

Fabric, Plastic

Kartell Madame Chair in New York Print by Philippe Starck and La Double J
Kartell Madame Chair in New York Print by Philippe Starck and La Double J

Kartell Madame Chair in New York Print by Philippe Starck and La Double J

By Kartell, Philippe Starck

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Thanks to its neutral colour palette, this chair makes the ideal furniture piece for inserting in sophisticated residential interiors or the most refined contract projects.  

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Kartell Seating

Materials

Fabric

Kartell Set of 2 Ami Ami Chair in Crystal by Tokujin Yoshioka
Kartell Set of 2 Ami Ami Chair in Crystal by Tokujin Yoshioka

Kartell Set of 2 Ami Ami Chair in Crystal by Tokujin Yoshioka

By Tokujin Yoshioka, Kartell

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Inspired by the way pattern and texture interweave in a fabric, the Ami Ami chair (its name in Japanese literally means "to weave"), was born of designer's wish to reproduce one of the stylistic icons typical of his country - weaving. The simple squared off lines contrast with the richness of the weaving and this is achieved on the inner and outer surfaces through a complex industrial process which recreates the motif using a single mould. Available in crystal, smoke, glossy white, glossy black and Kartell red.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Kartell Seating

Materials

Plastic

Set of 2 Kartell Louis Ghost Armchairs in Black by Philippe Starck
Set of 2 Kartell Louis Ghost Armchairs in Black by Philippe Starck

Set of 2 Kartell Louis Ghost Armchairs in Black by Philippe Starck

By Kartell, Philippe Starck

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A comfortable armchair in transparent and coloured polycarbonate in the Louis XV style, it is the Quintessence of Baroque revisited to dazzle, excite and captivate. Louis Ghost is th...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Kartell Seating

Materials

Plastic

Set of 2 Kartell Lizz Matt White Chair by Piero Lissoni
Set of 2 Kartell Lizz Matt White Chair by Piero Lissoni

Set of 2 Kartell Lizz Matt White Chair by Piero Lissoni

By Kartell, Piero Lissoni

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A light, essential and rigorous chair. Its square line is designed by Piero Lissoni, with a wide seat and a wide, low backrest. Created for use around tables, it was born in a range ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Kartell Seating

Materials

Plastic

Kartell Foliage Armchair in Teal by Patricia Urquiola

Kartell Foliage Armchair in Teal by Patricia Urquiola

By Kartell, Patricia Urquiola

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Foliage collection is a family of soft chairs. The key players are a two-seater sofa and an armchair, that seem to have grown "naturally": the frame provides support for a comfortabl...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Kartell Seating

Materials

Velvet

Kartell Foliage Armchair in Dove Grey by Patricia Urquiola

Kartell Foliage Armchair in Dove Grey by Patricia Urquiola

By Kartell, Patricia Urquiola

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Foliage collection is a family of soft chairs. The key players are a two-seater sofa and an armchair, that seem to have grown "naturally": the frame provides support for a comfortabl...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Kartell Seating

Materials

Fabric

Kartell Masters Counter Stool in Sage Green by Philippe Starck & Eugeni Quitllet
Kartell Masters Counter Stool in Sage Green by Philippe Starck & Eugeni Quitllet

Kartell Masters Counter Stool in Sage Green by Philippe Starck & Eugeni Quitllet

By Kartell, Philippe Starck

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Kartell also offers a stool version of the Masters chair, winner of the Good Design Award 2010 and the Red Dot Award 2013, and a worldwide best seller. The legs are lengthened and the seat is shrunk, but the frame's unmistakable graphic look, created by the weave of the silhouettes of three iconic chairs, remains the same. Masters Stool...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Kartell Seating

Materials

Plastic

Kartell Pop Outdoor Sofa in Sunbrella Blue by Piero Lissoni
Kartell Pop Outdoor Sofa in Sunbrella Blue by Piero Lissoni

Kartell Pop Outdoor Sofa in Sunbrella Blue by Piero Lissoni

By Piero Lissoni, Carlo Tamborini, Kartell

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Pop outdoor is the modular sofa with evanescent profiles characterised by large seat and backrest cushions which make it soft and comfortable, made with fabrics conceived specificall...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Kartell Seating

Materials

Fabric, Plastic

Set of 2 Kartell Audrey Chair by Piero Lissoni in Black & White
Set of 2 Kartell Audrey Chair by Piero Lissoni in Black & White

Set of 2 Kartell Audrey Chair by Piero Lissoni in Black & White

By Piero Lissoni, Kartell

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Audrey is a versatile and contemporary chair which because of its simple, clean lines obtained through a special die-casting process is composed of only two parts and made without we...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Kartell Seating

Materials

Aluminum

Kartell Smatrik Stool in Crystal by Tokujin Yoshioka
Kartell Smatrik Stool in Crystal by Tokujin Yoshioka

Kartell Smatrik Stool in Crystal by Tokujin Yoshioka

By Tokujin Yoshioka, Kartell

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The Smatrik stool joins the family of seats created by Tokujin Yoshioka and is crafted using a mould which enables the recreation of a 3D net that overlaps and crosses over.Thanks to...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Kartell Seating

Materials

Steel

Kartell Foliage Sofa by Patricia Urquiola
Kartell Foliage Sofa by Patricia Urquiola

Kartell Foliage Sofa by Patricia Urquiola

By Kartell, Patricia Urquiola

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Foliage collection is a family of soft chairs. The key players are a two-seater sofa and an armchair, that seem to have grown "naturally": the frame provides support for a comfortabl...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Kartell Seating

Materials

Fabric

Set of 2 Kartell Charles Ghost Large Stools in Glossy White by Philippe Starck
Set of 2 Kartell Charles Ghost Large Stools in Glossy White by Philippe Starck

Set of 2 Kartell Charles Ghost Large Stools in Glossy White by Philippe Starck

By Philippe Starck, Kartell

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The shape conjures up stools of the 1800s and the line of the legs is rounded and slightly upturned, an icon of the classic high stool. Charles Ghost is constructed from a single blo...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Kartell Seating

Materials

Crystal

Kartell Cat Walk Chair in Grey by Philippe Starck with Sergio Schito
Kartell Cat Walk Chair in Grey by Philippe Starck with Sergio Schito

Kartell Cat Walk Chair in Grey by Philippe Starck with Sergio Schito

By Philippe Starck, Kartell

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Inspired by the world of haute couture and fashion shows, Catwalk is intended for both domestic and contract furnishings and is suitable for indoor and outdoor use.  

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Kartell Seating

Materials

Plastic

Set of 2 Kartell Smatrik Chair in Plum with Plum Legs by Tokujin Yoshioka
Set of 2 Kartell Smatrik Chair in Plum with Plum Legs by Tokujin Yoshioka

Set of 2 Kartell Smatrik Chair in Plum with Plum Legs by Tokujin Yoshioka

By Kartell, Tokujin Yoshioka

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The constant interplay of design and technological innovation has led to the creation of Smatrik, the latest interpretation of a chair, designed by Tokujin Yoshioka. It has an innova...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Kartell Seating

Materials

Plastic

Set of 2 Kartell Venice Chairs in Mat White by Philippe Starck
Set of 2 Kartell Venice Chairs in Mat White by Philippe Starck

Set of 2 Kartell Venice Chairs in Mat White by Philippe Starck

By Kartell, Philippe Starck

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A tribute to the city of Venice in a chair for both the table and the living room, which combines classic lines with comfort. Venice is suitable for both indoor and outdoor use.    

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Kartell Seating

Materials

Plastic

Set of 2 of Kartell Re-Chair in Verde by Antonio Citterio
Set of 2 of Kartell Re-Chair in Verde by Antonio Citterio

Set of 2 of Kartell Re-Chair in Verde by Antonio Citterio

By Kartell, Antonio Citterio

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Kartell is continuing its strategy of producing original products which combine sustainable materials with the latest production technol- ogy, offering new creative impulses based ar...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Kartell Seating

Materials

Plastic

Set 2 Kartell Smatrik Rocking Chair in Plum with Chrome Legs by Tokujin Yoshioka
Set 2 Kartell Smatrik Rocking Chair in Plum with Chrome Legs by Tokujin Yoshioka

Set 2 Kartell Smatrik Rocking Chair in Plum with Chrome Legs by Tokujin Yoshioka

By Kartell, Tokujin Yoshioka

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Smatrik is available transparent in white with painted or chrome-plated steel legs, and in stainless steel with oak-stained wood finish. Dimensions: Height 30.33 in.; Width 24 in....

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Kartell Seating

Materials

Plastic

Set of 2 Kartell Smatrik Outdoor Chair in Black by Tokujin Yoshioka
Set of 2 Kartell Smatrik Outdoor Chair in Black by Tokujin Yoshioka

Set of 2 Kartell Smatrik Outdoor Chair in Black by Tokujin Yoshioka

By Kartell, Tokujin Yoshioka

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The constant interplay of design and technological innovation has led to the creation of Smatrik, the latest interpretation of a chair, designed by Tokujin Yoshioka. It has an innova...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Kartell Seating

Materials

Plastic

Set of 2 Kartell Smatrik Chair in Black with Black Legs by Tokujin Yoshioka
Set of 2 Kartell Smatrik Chair in Black with Black Legs by Tokujin Yoshioka

Set of 2 Kartell Smatrik Chair in Black with Black Legs by Tokujin Yoshioka

By Kartell, Tokujin Yoshioka

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The constant interplay of design and technological innovation has led to the creation of Smatrik, the latest interpretation of a chair, designed by Tokujin Yoshioka. It has an innova...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Kartell Seating

Materials

Plastic

Kartell Cat Walk Chair in White by Philippe Starck with Sergio Schito
Kartell Cat Walk Chair in White by Philippe Starck with Sergio Schito

Kartell Cat Walk Chair in White by Philippe Starck with Sergio Schito

By Kartell, Philippe Starck

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Inspired by the world of haute couture and fashion shows, catwalk is intended for both domestic and contract furnishings and is suitable for indoor and outdoor use.  

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Kartell Seating

Materials

Plastic

Set of 2 Kartell Re-Chair  in Gris by Antonio Citterio
Set of 2 Kartell Re-Chair  in Gris by Antonio Citterio

Set of 2 Kartell Re-Chair in Gris by Antonio Citterio

By Antonio Citterio, Kartell

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Kartell is continuing its strategy of producing original products which combine sustainable materials with the latest production technol- ogy, offering new creative impulses based ar...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Kartell Seating

Materials

Plastic

Set 2Kartell Smatrik Rocking Chair in White with Chrome Legs by Tokujin Yoshioka
Set 2Kartell Smatrik Rocking Chair in White with Chrome Legs by Tokujin Yoshioka

Set 2Kartell Smatrik Rocking Chair in White with Chrome Legs by Tokujin Yoshioka

By Tokujin Yoshioka, Kartell

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Smatrik is available transparent in white with painted or chrome-plated steel legs, and in stainless steel with oak-stained wood finish. Dimensions: Height 30.33 in.; Width 24 in....

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Kartell Seating

Materials

Plastic

Set of 2 Kartell Lizz Mat Chairs in White by Patricia Urquiola
Set of 2 Kartell Lizz Mat Chairs in White by Patricia Urquiola

Set of 2 Kartell Lizz Mat Chairs in White by Patricia Urquiola

By Kartell, Patricia Urquiola

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A lightweight chair, with essential, strict lines, in synch with the minimalist and refined style of its designer, Piero Lissoni. Lizz is now also av...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Kartell Seating

Materials

Plastic

Set of 2 Kartell Louis Ghost Armchairs in Straw Yellow by Philippe Starck
Set of 2 Kartell Louis Ghost Armchairs in Straw Yellow by Philippe Starck

Set of 2 Kartell Louis Ghost Armchairs in Straw Yellow by Philippe Starck

By Kartell, Philippe Starck

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A comfortable armchair in transparent and colored polycarbonate in the Louis XV style, it is the quintessence of baroque revisited to dazzle, excite and captivate. Louis Ghost is the...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Kartell Seating

Materials

Plastic

Set of 2 Kartell Generic C Chairs in Dove Grey by Philippe Starck

Set of 2 Kartell Generic C Chairs in Dove Grey by Philippe Starck

By Philippe Starck, Kartell

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Generic is an ambitious project of deeply ethical connotations, in which new objectives are defined for contemporary design to fulfil and creativity is seen in the light of a public ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Kartell Seating

Materials

Plastic

Set of 2 Kartell Generic A Chairs in Grey by Philippe Starck
Set of 2 Kartell Generic A Chairs in Grey by Philippe Starck

Set of 2 Kartell Generic A Chairs in Grey by Philippe Starck

By Kartell, Philippe Starck

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Generic is an ambitious project of profoundly ethical connotations, in which contemporary design sets out to fulfil new objectives and creativity is placed at the service of the gene...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Kartell Seating

Materials

Plastic

Kartell seating for sale on 1stDibs.

Kartell seating are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of plastic and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Kartell seating, although gray editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 7 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 331 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original seating by Kartell were created in the modern style in europe during the 21st century and contemporary. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider seating by Philippe Starck, Driade, and Gervasoni. Prices for Kartell seating can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $160 and can go as high as $11,900, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $869.
Questions About Kartell Seating
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Kartell is known largely for producing contemporary furniture out of plastic. The Italian company, founded in 1949, helped elevate the material, proving that it was suitable for designer furniture. You can find a collection of Kartell furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
    The history of Kartell starts with an Italian chemical engineer named Giulio Castelli and his wife, Anna Ferrieri. The couple founded Kartell in Milan as an industrial design firm, producing utilitarian items like ski racks for automobiles and laboratory equipment designed to replace breakable glass with sturdy plastic. Even as companies like Olivetti and Vespa were making Italian design popular in the 1950s, typewriters and scooters were relatively costly, and Castelli and Ferrieri wanted to provide Italian consumers with affordable, stylish goods. They launched a housewares division of Kartell in 1953, making lighting fixtures and kitchen tools and accessories from colorful molded plastic. Buoyed by its success in the home goods market, Kartell introduced its Habitat division in 1963. Kartell achieved international recognition for its innovative work in 1972, when a landmark exhibition curated by Emilio Ambasz called "Italy: The New Domestic Landscape" opened at New York's Museum of Modern Art. Castelli and Ferrieri sold Kartell to Claudio Luti, their son-in-law, in 1988, and since then, Luti has expanded the company's roster of designers. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of Kartell furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024
    The country that Kartell is from is Italy. Founded in Milan by Italian chemical engineer Giulio Castelli and his wife Anna Ferrieri, Kartell began as an industrial design firm, producing useful items like ski racks for automobiles and laboratory equipment designed to replace breakable glass with sturdy plastic. They launched a housewares division of Kartell in 1953, making lighting fixtures and kitchen tools and accessories from colorful molded plastic. Then, buoyed by its success in the home goods market, Kartell introduced its Habitat division in 1963. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of Kartel furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 15, 2024
    The founders of Kartell are Italian chemical engineer Giulio Castelli and his wife, Anna Ferrieri. Kartell began as an industrial design firm, producing useful items like ski racks for automobiles and laboratory equipment designed to replace breakable glass with sturdy plastic. Even as companies like Olivetti and Vespa made Italian design popular in the 1950s, typewriters and scooters were relatively costly. Castelli and Ferrieri wanted to provide Italian consumers with affordable, stylish goods. They launched a housewares division of Kartell in 1953, making lighting fixtures, kitchen tools and accessories from colorful molded plastic. Buoyed by its success in the home goods market, Kartell introduced its Habitat division in 1963. Castelli and Ferrieri sold Kartell to Claudio Luti, their son-in-law, in 1988, and since then, Luti has expanded the company’s roster of designers. Shop a collection of Kartell furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024
    Kartell is made in Italy. The company has had its headquarters and factory in Noviglio, Lombardy, since 1967. The company was initially founded in Milan by Italian chemical engineer Giulio Castelli and his wife, Anna Ferrieri. It began as an industrial design firm, producing useful items like ski racks for automobiles and laboratory equipment designed to replace breakable glass with sturdy plastic. Shop a wide variety of Kartell furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024
    How you clean Kartell plastic depends on the piece. Often, the best way to clean plastic furniture is with lukewarm water and mild dish soap. However, recommended cleaning methods vary. For the best results, refer to the manufacturer's care instructions that accompany your furniture. Shop a collection of Kartell furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024
    Yes, Kartell is an Italian brand. Giulio Castelli and his wife, Anna Ferrieri, founded the company in Milan in 1949. Originally, Kartell was an industrial design firm, producing items like ski racks for automobiles and laboratory equipment to replace breakable glass with sturdy plastic. It first introduced its housewares division in 1953. Find a large selection of Kartell furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024
    Yes, the Kartell Componibili is stackable. In fact, a big part of the appeal of the furniture collection is the fact that you can stack it up to create the ideal storage solution for your needs. Kartell first unveiled the Componibili line in 1967, and it remains popular today. Find a collection of Kartell Componibili furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 15, 2024
    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 24, 2024
    Kartell chairs are made in Italy. Since 1967, the Italian furniture maker has produced pieces at its own factory in Noviglio, Lombardy. During the 1960s, Kartell transformed plastic from the stuff of humble household goods into a staple of luxury design, and plastic remains one of its best-known materials to this day. In fact, it is the material for some of its most iconic chairs, including the Ghost chair, designed by Philippe Starck, and the S chair, created by Verner Panton. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of Kartell chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024
    The history of Kartell furniture begins with Italian chemical engineer Giulio Castelli and his wife, Anna Ferrieri. They founded the company in 1949 as an industrial design firm, producing items like ski racks for automobiles and laboratory equipment designed to replace breakable glass with sturdy plastic. They launched a housewares division of Kartell in 1953, making lighting fixtures, kitchen tools and accessories from colorful molded plastic. The affordability and infinite range of styles and hues won devotees of Kartell’s ingenious designs for juicers, dustpans and dish racks. Kartell designer Gino Colombini was responsible for many of these early products, including the KS 1146 Bucket, which won the Compasso d’Oro prize in 1955. Buoyed by its success in the home goods market, Kartell introduced its Habitat division in 1963. In 1972, Kartell achieved international recognition for its innovative work when a landmark exhibition curated by Emilio Ambasz called “Italy: The New Domestic Landscape” opened at New York’s Museum of Modern Art. In 1988, Castelli and Ferrieri sold Kartell to Claudio Luti, their son-in-law, who has expanded the company’s roster of designers. Shop a collection of Kartell furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 15, 2024
    Yes, many online reviewers state that the Kartell Masters chair is comfortable. Fans of the chair designed by Philippe Starck with Eugeni Quitllet frequently say that the unique shape of its back and its gently sloped seat together provide optimal support. However, whether or not any chair is comfortable is a matter of personal preference. Find an assortment of Kartell Masters chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Kartell Louis Ghost chairs are made of lucite. Designed by Phillipe Starck for Kartell in 2002, this clear chair is crafted from a single piece of plastic, making it a beautifully elegant piece. On 1stDibs, find a range of authentic Kartell Ghost chairs from top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024
    The dimensions of the Kartell Invisible table vary by style. The high rectangular table measures around 15.75 inches in height by 15.75 inches in depth by 47 inches in length, while the low rectangle version is 12.4 inches high by 15.75 inches deep by 47 inches long. There is also a 39-inch by 39-inch square Invisible table available in 28- and 12.4-inch heights. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of Kartell Invisible tables.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024
    How big the Kartell Four table is varies. The rectangular dining table is actually available in four sizes. Its smallest version measures 62.5 inches in width by 31 inches in depth, and the largest is 87.5 inches long by 32 inches deep. Kartell also offers a 74.75-inch long option in two depths: 31 inches and 35.5 inches. All four size options are 28.25 inches tall. Shop a selection of Kartell dining tables on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024
    Kartell started making plastic objects shortly after its founding in 1949. The company began as an industrial design firm, producing useful items like ski racks for automobiles and laboratory equipment designed to replace breakable glass with sturdy plastic. Even as companies like Olivetti and Vespa made Italian design popular in the 1950s, typewriters and scooters remained relatively costly. Kartell founders Giulio Castelli and Anna Ferrieri wanted to provide Italian consumers with affordable, stylish goods. They launched a housewares division in 1953, making lighting fixtures, kitchen tools and accessories from colorful molded plastic. Buoyed by its success in the home goods market, Kartell introduced its Habitat division in 1963. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of Kartell furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024
    Philippe Starck designed the Louis Ghost chair for Kartell in 2002. The chair is a postmodern take on the classic Louis XVI armchair, a style that emerged under the fraught reign of French King Louis XVI and Queen Marie Antoinette. This style represented the birth of neoclassicism in France and was characterized by a relative restraint compared to the Rococo flourishes of previous eras. The second half of the chair’s name refers to its materiality. It wasn’t Starck’s first plastic chair for Kartell, but it was the first time it could use a single polycarbonate plastic mold in the process, creating a structure completely free of joints. Formally, Starck distilled the geometry of his antique reference to its main elements: the oval-shaped backrest, curved armrests and straight legs. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Philippe Starck Louis Ghost chairs.