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.
Kartell Misses Flower Power Glossy White by Philippe Starck and Eugenie Quillet
By Kartell, Philippe Starck, Eugeni Quitllet
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Miss flower power is the planter with an elongated silhouette and generous dimensions capable of giving a touch of personality to outdoor settings. Available in black, glossy whit...
Plastic
Large Etrangeté glass vase by Philippe Starck
By Philippe Starck
Located in PARIS, FR
Philippe Starck (b. 1949) Large vase Étrangeté, Ca. 1988 Daum edition, Nancy, France Molded green colored glass Engraved Starck and 57/75 The Daum crystal factory in eastern France ...
Glass
Kartell Misses Flower Power Glossy Red by Philippe Starck and Eugenie Quillet
By Kartell, Philippe Starck, Eugeni Quitllet
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Miss flower power is the planter with an elongated Silhouette and generous dimensions capable of giving a touch of personality to outdoor settings. Available in black, glossy whit...
Plastic
Kartell Misses Flower Power Glossy Black by Philippe Starck and Eugenie Quillet
By Kartell, Philippe Starck, Eugeni Quitllet
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Miss flower power is the planter with an elongated Silhouette and generous dimensions capable of giving a touch of personality to outdoor settings. Available in black, glossy whit...
Plastic
$1,200
H 7.9 in W 4.9 in D 2.5 in
Moser, Czech, Heavy Intaglio Cut Glass, Flower, Glossy and Satin Vase, Signed
By Moser
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Amazing heavy cut work in this beautiful Moser vase. Sand blasted signature in bottom and plastic label in front. Moser. Czech Republic. Nice glossy and satin finish.
Art Glass
Large Blue Murano Glass Vase by Cenedese
By Cenedese
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Beautiful deep blue colored Murano glass vase. Fabricated by Cenedese in the late 90's, Venetia Italy. This stunning vase has been hand-blown by skilled artisans in Murano, Italy wh...
Murano Glass
Large Amber Glass Vase
By Pols Potten
Located in Greenwich, CT
Whether used as a stunning vessel for flowers or an elegant decorative centerpiece, the Amber Whiskey vase adds a pleasing and beautiful visual to t...
Glass
$450
H 3.63 in W 9 in D 7 in
Postmodern Bakelite "Liberte" Letter Holder by Philippe Starck for Alessi
By Alessi, Philippe Starck
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Liberte letter holder/desk organizer/envelope box was designed by French Industrial Designer/Architect, Philippe Starck for Alessi (Portugal, 1992). The green plastic top, suppor...
Plastic, Bakelite
$8,375 / set
H 15 in W 5.25 in D 5.25 in
Mid-Century French Ceramic Vases by Accolay Pottery in Glossy Black
By Accolay Pottery
Located in Houston, TX
This sculptural group of mid-century French ceramic vessels is attributed to Poterie d’Accolay, produced circa 1950s–1970s. The collection features distinctive wheel-thrown forms wit...
Ceramic
"Coo Coo" radio alarm clock by Philippe Starck for Alessi - 20th
By Alessi, Philippe Starck
Located in Linkebeek, BE
Philippe starck for Alessi - Italy 20th Iconic "Coo Coo" radio alarm clock, designed by Philippe Starck in 1996. Manufacturer: Distributed by Alessi and produced by Thomson. Design: ...
Plastic
Large Millerighe Clear Glass Vase by Casarialto
By Casarialto
Located in Milan, IT
The Large Millerighe vase embodies a unique blend of traditional Italian artistry and modern elegance. Its sinuous silhouette and striped surface create a visual harmony that draws i...
Glass
Boboda Power Amethyst Vase by Mario Cioni
By Mario Cioni
Located in Milan, IT
A splendid addition to a Classic living room, eclectic entryway, or modern study, this stunning vase was crafted of crystal in a sublime amethyst color. The deep burgundy hue is encl...
Glass
Mario Bellini Shanghai Gold Vase for Kartell
By Mario Bellini, Kartell
Located in Miami, FL
Gold Shanghai vase designed by Mario Bellini for Kartell. A multi-faceted vase widening from the base to the top in a swirling motion. Shanghai is like ...
Plastic
Large Glass Vase by Kjell Blomberg, 1963
By Kjell Blomberg
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Large Glass Vase by Kjell Blomberg, 1963 Additional Information: Material: Glass Style: Mid century, Scandinavian Produced in Gullaskruf in Sweden Di...
Glass
Haviland Limoges France Imperatrice Eugenie Vase
By Haviland & Co.
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Haviland Limoges France vase in Imperatrice Eugenie pattern is made on one of the discontinued blanks and is probably one of the first vases decor...
Porcelain, Ceramic
Cistus Round Black Flower Vase by Mario Cioni
By Mario Cioni
Located in Milan, IT
Part of the Cistus collection, this vase was completely handcrafted and is characterized by a round body of transparent crystal adorned with seven flowers positioned around the top a...
Glass
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H 1.97 in W 3.94 in D 1.97 in
"Toute Petite Étrangeté" Cocoon Vase by Philippe Starck for Daum, France, 1980s
By Philippe Starck, Daum
Located in Lille, FR
"Toute petite étrangeté" cocoon vase by Philippe Starck for Daum, France, 1980s. Signed.
Crystal
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H 1.97 in W 3.94 in D 1.97 in
"Toute Petite Étrangeté" Cocoon Vase by Philippe Starck for Daum, France, 1980s
By Philippe Starck, Daum
Located in Lille, FR
"Toute petite étrangeté" cocoon vase by Philippe Starck for Daum, France, 1980s. Signed.
Crystal
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H 1.97 in W 3.94 in D 1.97 in
"Toute Petite Étrangeté" Cocoon Vase by Philippe Starck for Daum, France, 1980s
By Philippe Starck, Daum
Located in Lille, FR
"Toute petite étrangeté" cocoon vase by Philippe Starck for Daum, France, 1980s. Signed.
Crystal
Sold
H 1.97 in W 3.94 in D 1.97 in
"Toute Petite Étrangeté" Cocoon Vase by Philippe Starck for Daum, France, 1980s
By Philippe Starck, Daum
Located in Lille, FR
"Toute petite étrangeté" cocoon vase by Philippe Starck for Daum, France, 1980s. Signed.
Crystal
Sold
H 1.97 in W 3.94 in D 1.97 in
"Toute Petite Étrangeté" Cocoon Vase by Philippe Starck for Daum, France, 1980s
By Philippe Starck, Daum
Located in Lille, FR
"Toute petite étrangeté" cocoon vase by Philippe Starck for Daum, France, 1980s. Signed.
Crystal
Sold
H 1.97 in W 3.94 in D 1.97 in
"Toute Petite Étrangeté" Cocoon Vase by Philippe Starck for Daum, France, 1980s
By Philippe Starck, Daum
Located in Lille, FR
"Toute petite étrangeté" cocoon vase by Philippe Starck for Daum, France, 1980s. Not Signed. Had a little bubble on the back (see pictures)
Crystal
Vase " étrangeté sous un mur " by Philippe Starck for Daum, 1988
By Philippe Starck
Located in PARIS, FR
The vase "A strangeness under a wall" made by Philippe Starck is part of a series of pieces made for the Daum crystal factory. Founded in 1878 in Nancy by Jean Daum, the Daum crystal...
Glass
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H 5.52 in Dm 2.76 in
Baccarat First Numbered of Limited Edition Black Crystal by Stark Glass or Vase
By Baccarat, Philippe Starck
Located in Brescia, IT
Baccarat numbered limited edition Black Crystal by Philippe Stark glass or little vase in Stock N. 000 This is a one of a kind piece: this is the first piece produced of this limi...
Crystal
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H 6.11 in Dm 3.55 in
Baccarat Clear Crystal Numbered Edition Philippe Starck Design Harcourt Glass
By Baccarat, Philippe Starck
Located in Brescia, IT
Philippe Starck designed this clear crystal glass for Baccarat in 2011 of the iconic range Harcourt with its raw crystal inclusions and the simple beauty becomes a piece of art. Its...
Crystal