Philippe Starck Ashtrays

French, b. 1949

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.

Creator: Philippe Starck

French Modern Aluminum Table Ashtray Ray Hollis by Philippe Starck, 1990s

$783

French Modern Aluminum Table Ashtray Ray Hollis by Philippe Starck, 1990s

By Philippe Starck

Located in MIlano, IT

French modern aluminum table ashtray Ray Hollis by Philippe Starck, 1990s Fantastic and iconic table ashtray mod. Ray Hollis with rectangular aluminum base...

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1990s French Modern Philippe Starck Ashtrays

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Aluminum

Ray Hollis Ashtray by Philippe Starck

$373

Ray Hollis Ashtray by Philippe Starck

By Philippe Starck, XO Design

Located in Vlimmeren, BE

The Ray Hollis ashtray was designed by Philippe Starck. It was made by the French manufacturer XO. This polished aluminum ashtray dates back to 1986. It is in good condition and ma...

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1980s French Vintage Philippe Starck Ashtrays

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Aluminum

Ray Hollis ashtray by Philippe Starck, XO, 1990s

$1,566

Ray Hollis ashtray by Philippe Starck, XO, 1990s

By Philippe Starck

Located in PARIS, FR

French modern aluminum table ashtray Ray Hollis by Philippe Starck, 1986 Fantastic and iconic table ashtray mod. Ray Hollis with rectangular aluminum base. The structure tends to sh...

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1980s French Post-Modern Vintage Philippe Starck Ashtrays

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Iron

"Joe Cactus " new ashtray, Philippe, alessi, 1990's

$1,024

"Joe Cactus " new ashtray, Philippe, alessi, 1990's

By Philippe Starck

Located in PARIS, FR

Joe Cactus ashtray by Philippe Starck, ( new in box ), alessi, 1990's This ashtray is no longer manufactured by Alessi. Marking under the ashtray, unused in original packaging 20 ...

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1990s Portuguese Minimalist Philippe Starck Ashtrays

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Plastic

Studio O.P.I. for Gabbianelli Vintage Ceramic Green Ashtray 'New Old Stock'

$903

H 3.15 in Dm 7.88 in

Studio O.P.I. for Gabbianelli Vintage Ceramic Green Ashtray 'New Old Stock'

By Gabbianelli, Studio O.P.I.

Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern

Large vintage green Italian ceramic ashtray designed by Studio O.P.I. for Gabbianelli Ceramiche, made in Milan, Italy, circa 1970. Rare find in original box - new old stock item.

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Philippe Starck Ashtrays

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Ceramic

New Modern Cigarettes and Cigar Ashtray in Black Marble, creator Chiossi Stock

$582 / item

H 1.38 in W 6.3 in D 7.49 in

New Modern Cigarettes and Cigar Ashtray in Black Marble, creator Chiossi Stock

By Michele Chiossi

Located in Milan, IT

Tuscan sculptor Michele Chiossi, has found in marble a medium to describe modernity with its myths and symbols, creating the Contemporary collection. An emoji can be a tray; an emoji heart, not necessarily pierced by an arrow, can be a place of creativity in the kitchen, a chopping board or a working surface; a dash; a zigzag; granting the marble a moment of levity, becoming vertical in a vase; reflecting an ideal image of ourselves. Unique objects to be experienced as a couple, to gift to friends, jewels of our daily lives. Time and smoke pass, ashtrays remain. As everlasting as marble, as elegant as a concentric circle of smoke spreading through the air. Chiossi revisits the most Classic of living room...

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2010s Italian Modern Philippe Starck Ashtrays

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Marble

Palpa ashtray by Mariela Ceramica

$361

H 2.76 in W 7.49 in D 4.34 in

Palpa ashtray by Mariela Ceramica

Located in Knokke-Heist, BE

Handmade ceramic ashtray by Chilean Belgian artist Mariela Ceramica Also useable for cigars

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2010s Philippe Starck Ashtrays

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Ceramic

Signed Marc Newson Ashtray

$2,500

H 2.5 in Dm 7 in

Signed Marc Newson Ashtray

By Marc Newson

Located in NYC, NY

A clear smoke-colored ashtray by Marc Newson with facsimile of the artist's signature on underside.

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Late 20th Century British Minimalist Philippe Starck Ashtrays

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Glass

Blue Ashtray "Biglia" Design Joe Colombo for Arnoldo Di Cambio, 1970s

$415

H 3.94 in Dm 2.96 in

Blue Ashtray "Biglia" Design Joe Colombo for Arnoldo Di Cambio, 1970s

By Arnolfo di Cambio, Joe Colombo

Located in taranto, IT

"biglia" ashtray produced by Arnolfo di Cambio to a design by Joe Colombo, 1970s It measures 10 cm in diameter by 7.5 cm in height, in perfect storage conditions exactly the on...

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1970s Italian Vintage Philippe Starck Ashtrays

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Glass

1990s Gorgeous Ashtray or Catch-All in Porcelain by Paloma Picasso for Villeroy

$352Sale Price|20% Off

H 1.18 in W 5.51 in D 5.51 in

1990s Gorgeous Ashtray or Catch-All in Porcelain by Paloma Picasso for Villeroy

By Paloma Picasso

Located in Milano, IT

1990s Gorgeous ashtray or catch-All in porcelain by Paloma Picasso "Hongkong" for Villeroy & Boch, limited edition. Marked on the bottom. It's excellent condition Dimensions: ...

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1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Philippe Starck Ashtrays

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Porcelain

Postmodern Bent Glass Ashtray Bowl Catchall, 1990s

$475

H 2.75 in Dm 5.5 in

Postmodern Bent Glass Ashtray Bowl Catchall, 1990s

Located in New York, NY

A transparent bent glass ashtray or bowl/catchall, Modern style or Postmodern period, circa late-20th century, late 1990s to early 2000s. Two indents at top. Excellent condition as s...

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Late 20th Century Post-Modern Philippe Starck Ashtrays

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Glass

Beveled Glass Ashtray by Fontana Arte

$1,000

H 1.25 in W 7.5 in D 4.6 in

Beveled Glass Ashtray by Fontana Arte

By Fontana Arte

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Fontana Arte model "1810" beveled glass ashtray / Made in Italy, circa 1960s Measures: Length 7.5 inches / width 4.6 inches / height 1.25 inches Literature: Quaderno Fontana Arte n.3...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Philippe Starck Ashtrays

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Glass

Red 4630 Roto Ashtray by Joe Colombo for Kartell

$295

H 4 in W 4 in D 4 in

Red 4630 Roto Ashtray by Joe Colombo for Kartell

By Joe Colombo, Kartell

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Originally designed in 1970 and produced by Kartell in 1973 two years after designer Joe Colombo's death, the Kartell 4630 Roto/Rotocenere ashtray is Colombo at his finest. Red plast...

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Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Philippe Starck Ashtrays

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Plastic

Pair of Small Wild Animal Ashtrays by Hermès

$900

H 2 in W 8 in D 6 in

Pair of Small Wild Animal Ashtrays by Hermès

By Hermès

Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA

Pair of Small Wild Animal Ashtrays by Hermès This pair of small Hermès ashtrays features a square design with rounded corners. Each ashtray features a central illustration of a wild ...

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20th Century French Post-Modern Philippe Starck Ashtrays

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Porcelain

Retro Bohemian glass ashtray by Bohemia Crystal, Czech Republic, 1990s

$252

H 1.97 in Dm 6.3 in

Retro Bohemian glass ashtray by Bohemia Crystal, Czech Republic, 1990s

By Bohemia Crystal

Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI

Vintage Bohemian glass ashtray by Bohemia Crystal, made in the Czech Republic in the 1990s. Magnificent hand-cut lead crystal. Vintage glass ashtray is in excellent condition. The cr...

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Late 20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Philippe Starck Ashtrays

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Crystal

Baccarat Ashtray

$320Sale Price|20% Off

H 2 in W 7 in D 7 in

Baccarat Ashtray

By Baccarat

Located in Mérida, YU

This is an original Baccarat astray in excellent condition. Like new. Timeless design and the best quality.

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1980s French Art Deco Vintage Philippe Starck Ashtrays

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Crystal

Previously Available Items

Joe Cactus Ashtray by Philippe Starck for Alessi, 1990s

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H 7.88 in Dm 4.34 in

Joe Cactus Ashtray by Philippe Starck for Alessi, 1990s

By Philippe Starck, Alessi

Located in Lille, FR

Joe Cactus Ashtray by Philippe Starck for Alessi, 1990s.

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1990s French Modern Philippe Starck Ashtrays

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Bakelite

Ray Hollis ashtray by Philippe Starck, XO, 1990s

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H 3.94 in W 4.53 in D 2.96 in

Ray Hollis ashtray by Philippe Starck, XO, 1990s

By Philippe Starck

Located in PARIS, FR

French modern aluminum table ashtray Ray Hollis by Philippe Starck, 1986 Fantastic and iconic table ashtray mod. Ray Hollis with rectangular aluminum base....

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1980s French Post-Modern Vintage Philippe Starck Ashtrays

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Iron

Philippe Starck Postmodern Ray Hollis Ashtray for the Royalton Hotel, XO, 1986

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H 4 in W 4.5 in D 3 in

Philippe Starck Postmodern Ray Hollis Ashtray for the Royalton Hotel, XO, 1986

By Philippe Starck

Located in Vienna, AT

Iconic tilting wing ashtray designed in 1986 by Philippe Starck for the Royalton Hotel in New York. Executed by XO, France. Made of polished aluminum, signed on the inside of the lid. Part of the MoMA...

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1990s French Post-Modern Philippe Starck Ashtrays

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Aluminum

Philippe Starck silver box ash tray for the Royalton Hotel, XO, France, 1980s

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H 4.34 in W 4.73 in D 2.76 in

Philippe Starck silver box ash tray for the Royalton Hotel, XO, France, 1980s

By Philippe Starck

Located in London, GB

Philippe Starck (1949-present) initially designed this ashtray with XO France exclusively for the prestigious 'Royalton Hotel' in New York City in the 1980s. This hotel was the first...

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1980s French Modern Vintage Philippe Starck Ashtrays

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Metal

Philippe Starck ashtrays for sale on 1stDibs.

Philippe Starck ashtrays are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of plastic and are designed with extraordinary care. Many of the original ashtrays by Philippe Starck were created in the modern style in europe during the late 20th century. Prices for Philippe Starck ashtrays can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $335 and can go as high as $1,446, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $830.

Questions About Philippe Starck Ashtrays

Who is Philippe Starck?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Philippe Starck is a French architect and designer. He decorated many notable buildings, including the residences at the Élysée Palace in Paris, France, and the Royalton Hotel in New York, New York. He also creates bold, playful furniture designs. Shop a selection of Philippe Starck on 1stDibs.
Where is Philippe Starck from?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024
Philippe Starck is from France. The designer and architect was born in 1949 in Paris and completed his studies at the École Nissim de Camondo in the city. Over the course of his career, Starck has also had homes in cities around the world, including Capri, Italy; New York, New York; Formentera, Spain; and Burano, Italy. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of Philippe Starck furniture.
Where does Philippe Starck live?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Philippe Starck lives in homes located around the world. He has an oyster farm in the South of France and houses situated on the islands of Capri, Italy; Formentera, Spain; and Burano, Italy. In addition, he owns a house in Portugal and an apartment in New York City. Shop a variety of Philippe Starck furniture on 1stDibs.
What is Philippe Starck famous for?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Philippe Starck is famous for his work as an architect and designer. His work stands out for its bold, dramatic lines and for the touches of humor that he frequently adds. On 1stDibs, you can shop a collection of Philippe Starck.
What influenced Philippe Starck?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Many things influenced Philippe Starck’s work. His father was an aircraft engineer and his work provided early inspiration for the designer. Starck also identifies fashion trends, pop culture and toys as sources of inspiration. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Philippe Starck furniture.
What does Philippe Starck design?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Philippe Starck designs many types of items. His furniture and household decorative objects are very well known. He also creates watches and boats and works as an architect. Some of his most acclaimed designs include the Louis Ghost chair, the Machine Gun lamp and the Miss K table lamp. You'll find a range of Philippe Starck furniture on 1stDibs.
What nationality is Philippe Starck?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
French is the nationality of Philippe Starck. He was born in Paris, France, in 1949. After studying interior design at the École Nissim de Camondo in Paris, he started his design career in the 1970s, decorating nightclubs in the city. 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. Explore a range of Philippe Starck furniture on 1stDibs.
When was Philippe Starck born?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Designer Philippe Starck was born on January 18, 1949 in Paris, France. His father, André Starck, was an airplane designer, and his work provided early inspiration for Starck's designs. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of Philippe Starck furniture.
Where did Philippe Starck study?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Philippe Starck studied at the École Nissim de Camondo in Paris, where he focused on interior design. Following graduation, he found work decorating nightclubs. In 1983, he received a major commission to design the apartments at the Élysée Palace, then occupied by French president François Mitterrand. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Philippe Starck furniture.
What is Philippe Starck’s design philosophy?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Philippe Starck's primary design philosophy is democratic design. He believes in creating pieces of exceptional quality and providing them at accessible prices. Starck takes an imaginative approach, often incorporating touches of humor into his designs. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Philippe Starck furniture.
How has Philippe Starck influenced design?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Philippe Starck influenced design by changing designers' relationship to their work. His bold, playful approach caused other designers to take more risks and think outside of the box when creating their own designs. On 1stDibs, find a range of Philippe Starck furniture.
What is Philippe Starck's most famous design?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
Philippe Starck's most famous design is arguably the Louis Ghost chair. Starck introduced the design for Kartell in 2002, and it became an instant icon. Now, it's easily one of the most recognized (and copied) designs in the world. The Louis Ghost chair is a postmodern take on the classic Louis XVI armchair, a style that emerged under the tumultuous reign of King Louis-Auguste and Queen Marie Antoinette. 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 a single polycarbonate plastic mold was used 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, creating a piece that has remained popular for more than 20 years. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Philippe Starck furniture.
What is Philippe Starck's design style?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 7, 2024
Philippe Starck's design style is modern. Some words that capture the spirit of his work include dynamic, sleek, fluid and witty. Starck has created everything from hotel interiors and luxury yachts to toothbrushes and teakettles and incorporates playful and unexpected elements in his work. Shop a range of Philippe Starck furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
What products did Philippe Starck design?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024
Philippe Starck has designed many products. He 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. He is particularly well known for his furniture, such as the Louis Ghost chair, the Tip Top table, the Series Club chair and the Prince AHA stool. Shop a selection of Philippe Starck furniture on 1stDibs.
What materials does Philippe Starck use?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Philippe Starck uses a wide range of materials in his designs. He is best known for unconventional pairings, such as pieces made of velvet and chrome or glass and stone. Often, he chooses plastic as a material because it is versatile and affordable. Shop a variety of Philippe Starck furniture on 1stDibs.
Why did Philippe Starck design the Ghost chair?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Philippe Starck designed the Ghost chair for the furniture maker Kartell to produce and sell in 2002. It draws inspiration from the Louis XVI upholstered armchair. You'll find a collection of Philippe Starck Ghost chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.