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Kartell Furniture

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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Set of Six Giotto Stoppino Modern Metal Chrome Dining Chairs for Kartell, 1970s
Set of Six Giotto Stoppino Modern Metal Chrome Dining Chairs for Kartell, 1970s

Set of Six Giotto Stoppino Modern Metal Chrome Dining Chairs for Kartell, 1970s

By Giotto Stoppino, Kartell

Located in Puglia, Puglia

Set of 6 curved chairs in faux leather with a chromed tubular frame. These chairs, as shown in the photos, require reupholstery and have some defects. While the frame and chrome plat...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kartell Furniture

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Metal, Chrome

Kartell “Tic Tac” Lamps, Model KD32, designed by Giotto Stoppino, Italy, 1970s
Kartell “Tic Tac” Lamps, Model KD32, designed by Giotto Stoppino, Italy, 1970s

Kartell “Tic Tac” Lamps, Model KD32, designed by Giotto Stoppino, Italy, 1970s

By Kartell, Giotto Stoppino

Located in Milano, IT

Kartell “Tic Tac” Lamps, Model KD32, designed by Giotto Stoppino, Italy, 1970s Designed by Giotto Stoppino for Kartell in 1970, the Tic Tac lamps, officially known as model KD32, ar...

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1970s Space Age Vintage Kartell Furniture

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Plastic

1970s pair of  Plastic Modular Cabinets by Anna Castelli Ferrieri for Kartell
1970s pair of  Plastic Modular Cabinets by Anna Castelli Ferrieri for Kartell

1970s pair of Plastic Modular Cabinets by Anna Castelli Ferrieri for Kartell

By Kartell

Located in Milano, IT

1970s Original pair of cylindrical cabinets by Anna Castelli for Kartell, modular with vertical overlap was designed for every room. A true pieces of italian design. The items are in...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kartell Furniture

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Plastic

Magazine Rack Giotto Stoppino for Kartell Black Plastic Midcentury Italy 1970s
Magazine Rack Giotto Stoppino for Kartell Black Plastic Midcentury Italy 1970s

Magazine Rack Giotto Stoppino for Kartell Black Plastic Midcentury Italy 1970s

By Giotto Stoppino, Kartell

Located in Palermo, IT

Curved black plastic magazine rack with 6 compartments. Giotto Stoppino for Kartell, Italy, 1970s. Engraved stamp. Please look carefully at the video and photos, thank you. Weight:...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Kartell Furniture

Materials

Plastic

Post Modern Space Age Plastic Shelves by Olaf Von Bohr for Kartell c. 1970's
Post Modern Space Age Plastic Shelves by Olaf Von Bohr for Kartell c. 1970's

Post Modern Space Age Plastic Shelves by Olaf Von Bohr for Kartell c. 1970's

By Olaf von Bohr, Kartell

Located in New York, NY

Space Age, Postmodern plastic shelf unit, designed by Olaf Von Bohr for Kartell, made in Italy circa 1970's. This example is in very good, original, clean and ready to use condition,...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Space Age Kartell Furniture

Materials

Plastic

Set of 2 Purple La Marie Chairs By Philippe Starck For Kartell, Made In Italy
Set of 2 Purple La Marie Chairs By Philippe Starck For Kartell, Made In Italy

Set of 2 Purple La Marie Chairs By Philippe Starck For Kartell, Made In Italy

By Philippe Starck, Kartell

Located in San Carlos, CA

For Sale: Iconic La Marie Chairs by Philippe Starck for Kartell Elevate your interior with this stunning set of 2 clear purple La Marie chairs. Designed by the renowned Philippe Sta...

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2010s Italian Post-Modern Kartell Furniture

Materials

Plastic

Magazine Rack Model 4675 Designed by Giotto Stoppino for Kartell, Italy 70s
Magazine Rack Model 4675 Designed by Giotto Stoppino for Kartell, Italy 70s

Magazine Rack Model 4675 Designed by Giotto Stoppino for Kartell, Italy 70s

By Giotto Stoppino, Kartell

Located in Lucija, SI

Mid Century Modern Black Magazine Rack, model 4675, was designed by Italian architect Giotto Stoppino and manufactured by Kartell Italy in '70s. It has mark on the bottom; as you ca...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kartell Furniture

Materials

Plastic, Fiberglass

Anna Castelli Ferrieri Componibili Side Table With Removable Wood Top, 1970s
Anna Castelli Ferrieri Componibili Side Table With Removable Wood Top, 1970s

Anna Castelli Ferrieri Componibili Side Table With Removable Wood Top, 1970s

By Anna Castelli Ferrieri, Kartell

Located in Skokie, IL

Anna Castelli Ferrieri vintage side table with removable wood top and castors for Kartell, Italy, 1970s Additional information: Materials: Plastic, Oak Dimensions: 14.75" W x 14.75"...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kartell Furniture

Materials

Plastic, Oak

Philippe Starck Louis Ghost Arm Chair in Crystal for Kartell
Philippe Starck Louis Ghost Arm Chair in Crystal for Kartell

Philippe Starck Louis Ghost Arm Chair in Crystal for Kartell

By Philippe Starck, Kartell

Located in Miami, FL

Single Louis Ghost arm chair in crystal designed by Philippe Starck for Kartell. Louis Ghost is the world’s bravest example of the injection of polycarbonate in a single mould. A ch...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Kartell Furniture

Materials

Plastic

Mario Bellini Shanghai Gold Vase for Kartell
Mario Bellini Shanghai Gold Vase for Kartell

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 ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Kartell Furniture

Materials

Plastic

Joe Colombo for Kartell Armchair Mod. 4801 Numbered No. 29, Italy 1960s
Joe Colombo for Kartell Armchair Mod. 4801 Numbered No. 29, Italy 1960s

Joe Colombo for Kartell Armchair Mod. 4801 Numbered No. 29, Italy 1960s

By Kartell, Joe Colombo

Located in Naples, IT

Fantastic and large white curved beech wood armchair, Mod. 4801 Designer Joe Colombo and produced by Kartell in Italy , an icon of Italian Modernism. A limited number of wooden 4801 ...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kartell Furniture

Materials

Leather, Wood

Philippe Starck & Eugeni Quitllet White Masters Chairs for Kartell - a Pair
Philippe Starck & Eugeni Quitllet White Masters Chairs for Kartell - a Pair

Philippe Starck & Eugeni Quitllet White Masters Chairs for Kartell - a Pair

By Philippe Starck, Kartell, Eugeni Quitllet

Located in Miami, FL

Pair of white masters chairs by Philippe Starck and Eugeni Quitllet for Kartell. Philippe Starck and Eugeni Quitllet pay homage to three different mid...

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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Kartell Furniture

Materials

Plastic

KD24 Lamp by Joe Colombo
KD24 Lamp by Joe Colombo

KD24 Lamp by Joe Colombo

By Joe Colombo, Kartell

Located in Vlimmeren, BE

The KD24 lamp was designed by Joe Colombo for Kartell in 1968. Its flexible design allows for a vast number of configurations between the light and rotatable lampshade. This piece ...

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1960s Italian Vintage Kartell Furniture

Materials

Metal

Philippe Starck Dr. No Cream Dining Chair for Kartell
Philippe Starck Dr. No Cream Dining Chair for Kartell

Philippe Starck Dr. No Cream Dining Chair for Kartell

By Kartell, Philippe Starck

Located in Miami, FL

Cream Dr. No chair with aluminum legs by Philippe Starck and produced by Kartell, Italy.

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1990s Italian Modern Kartell Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

Achille Castiglioni for Kartell Pair of Space-Age Yellow & Black Plastic Stools
Achille Castiglioni for Kartell Pair of Space-Age Yellow & Black Plastic Stools

Achille Castiglioni for Kartell Pair of Space-Age Yellow & Black Plastic Stools

By Beylerian LTD, Achille Castiglioni, Kartell

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Designed in the 1970s by Achille Castiglioni, this pair of stools features a top-bottom style symmetrical design and is made of bright yellow plastic. They exude fun and joy while re...

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1970s Italian Space Age Vintage Kartell Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Plastic

Vintage Portaombrelli Umbrella Stand by Gino Colombini for Kartell, Italy, 1966
Vintage Portaombrelli Umbrella Stand by Gino Colombini for Kartell, Italy, 1966

Vintage Portaombrelli Umbrella Stand by Gino Colombini for Kartell, Italy, 1966

By Kartell, Gino Colombini

Located in Bern, CH

Vintage 1970's Portaombrelli Umbrella Stand. Designed by Gino Colombini, 1966. Produced by Kartell, Italy. With maker's mark on base. Dimensions: Height 60 cm Diameter 25cm. In exce...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Space Age Kartell Furniture

Materials

Plastic

Grey  ABS 4663 Wall Ashtray/emptying trays by Centro Kappa for Kartell, 1980s
Grey  ABS 4663 Wall Ashtray/emptying trays by Centro Kappa for Kartell, 1980s

Grey ABS 4663 Wall Ashtray/emptying trays by Centro Kappa for Kartell, 1980s

By Kartell, Kappa

Located in Varese, Lombardia

This wall ashtray is made up by 3 main parts with an additional removable tray. this sculptural item was designed as an ashtray but I think it should be more iteresting used as an em...

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1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Kartell Furniture

Materials

Plastic

Piero Lissoni for Kartell Armchair Bed "Trix, Italy 2000s
Piero Lissoni for Kartell Armchair Bed "Trix, Italy 2000s

Piero Lissoni for Kartell Armchair Bed "Trix, Italy 2000s

By Kartell, Piero Lissoni

Located in Naples, IT

Trix white sofa bed by Piero Lissoni for Kartell composed of three different elements connected by an elegant elastic system that can transform and adapt to different uses through ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Kartell Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Plastic

Appendiabiti Kartell Anni 60-70
Appendiabiti Kartell Anni 60-70

Appendiabiti Kartell Anni 60-70

By Kartell

Located in Milano, IT

Appendiabiti, materiale plastico.

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kartell Furniture

Materials

Plastic

Kartell Master Counter Stool in Rust Orange by Philippe Starck & Eugeni Quitllet
Kartell Master Counter Stool in Rust Orange by Philippe Starck & Eugeni Quitllet

Kartell Master Counter Stool in Rust Orange 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...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Kartell Furniture

Materials

Plastic

Kartell Earl of Wood Desk by Philippe Stark in Light Wood and Chrome Frame
Kartell Earl of Wood Desk by Philippe Stark in Light Wood and Chrome Frame

Kartell Earl of Wood Desk by Philippe Stark in Light Wood and Chrome Frame

By Philippe Starck, Kartell

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Earl of wood is a simple new desk with a curved wooden surface, offering the perfect solution to the Office and Habitat worlds on account of its myriad diffe...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Kartell Furniture

Materials

Wood

Kartell Sound Rack Modular Bookcase in Nude by Ludovica and Roberto Palomba
Kartell Sound Rack Modular Bookcase in Nude by Ludovica and Roberto Palomba

Kartell Sound Rack Modular Bookcase in Nude by Ludovica and Roberto Palomba

By Kartell, Ludovica + Roberto Palomba 1

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Multi-shaped and multi-purpose shelving system, stackable and modular, offering the possibility of creating a variety of geometric and chromatic compositions. This accessory can play the dual role as both container and room divider. IT IS a go...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Kartell Furniture

Materials

Resin

Kartell Foliage Armchair by Patricia Urquiola
Kartell Foliage Armchair by Patricia Urquiola

Kartell Foliage Armchair by Patricia Urquiola

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Kartell Foliage Armchair 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...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Kartell Furniture

Materials

Fabric

Kartell Dr. Na Table in Wax White by Philippe Starck
Kartell Dr. Na Table in Wax White by Philippe Starck

Kartell Dr. Na Table in Wax White by Philippe Starck

By Kartell, Philippe Starck

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The Dr. NO chair is combined with a round table, Dr. NA, available as a direct complement to the seat. The scratch-proof painted surface and tapered central leg made of plastic and a...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Kartell Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

Kartell Cara Outdoor Chair by Philippe Starck with Sergio Schito in Black Beige
Kartell Cara Outdoor Chair by Philippe Starck with Sergio Schito in Black Beige

Kartell Cara Outdoor Chair by Philippe Starck with Sergio Schito in Black Beige

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 industria...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Kartell Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Plastic

Set of 2 Kartell Venice Chairs in Glossy Rusty Orange by Philippe Starck
Set of 2 Kartell Venice Chairs in Glossy Rusty Orange by Philippe Starck

Set of 2 Kartell Venice Chairs in Glossy Rusty Orange by Philippe Starck

By Philippe Starck, Kartell

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.

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Kartell Furniture

Materials

Plastic

Philippe Starck for Kartell Clear Lucite Eros Swivel Italian Chairs, Set of 3
Philippe Starck for Kartell Clear Lucite Eros Swivel Italian Chairs, Set of 3

Philippe Starck for Kartell Clear Lucite Eros Swivel Italian Chairs, Set of 3

By Kartell, Philippe Starck

Located in Miami, FL

Set of 3 transparent Lucite Eros swivel chairs designed by Philippe Starck for Kartell and made in Italy. The seat is made out of acrylic and the base is aluminum. Marked at the se...

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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Kartell Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

Kartell Sound Rack Modular Bookcase in Crystal by Ludovica and Roberto Palomba
Kartell Sound Rack Modular Bookcase in Crystal by Ludovica and Roberto Palomba

Kartell Sound Rack Modular Bookcase in Crystal by Ludovica and Roberto Palomba

By Kartell, Ludovica + Roberto Palomba 1

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Multi-shaped and multi-purpose shelving system, stackable and modular, offering the possibility of creating a variety of geometric and chromatic compositions. This accessory can play the dual role as both container and room divider. It is a go...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Kartell Furniture

Materials

Resin

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

Kartell Cat Walk Chair in Rose 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.   

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Kartell Furniture

Materials

Plastic

Early 21st Century Set of 4 Charles Ghost Bar Stools by Philippe Starck
Early 21st Century Set of 4 Charles Ghost Bar Stools by Philippe Starck

Early 21st Century Set of 4 Charles Ghost Bar Stools by Philippe Starck

By Philippe Starck, Kartell

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

Early 21st century set of 4 Charles Ghost patio bar stools by Philippe Starck for Kartell. Light scratching commensurate with age & use. 11 3/8" dia. seat. 16.75" x 16.75" at flo...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Kartell Furniture

Materials

Lucite

Kartell Geen-A Lamp in Brick by Ferruccio Laviani
Kartell Geen-A Lamp in Brick by Ferruccio Laviani

Kartell Geen-A Lamp in Brick by Ferruccio Laviani

By Kartell, Ferruccio Laviani

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Geen-a is Kartell's first reading lamp, supplementing the brand’s lighting range with a product designed for this specific purpose. The simple lines conceal a real sense of attitude, while the clean shape – free from showy tech features – has a familiar yet intriguing effect. The piece consists of a base, a lightshade, three LED bulbs, a stem and a handle for easy transportation, while three matt-finish colours are available: white, black and brick. This is a simple lamp...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Kartell Furniture

Materials

Steel

Set of 2 Kartell Masters Chairs in Titanium by Philippe Starck & Eugeni Quitllet
Set of 2 Kartell Masters Chairs in Titanium by Philippe Starck & Eugeni Quitllet

Set of 2 Kartell Masters Chairs in Titanium by Philippe Starck & Eugeni Quitllet

By Kartell, Philippe Starck

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The Masters chair is a powerful tribute to three symbolic chairs, re-read and re-interpreted by the creative genius of Starck. The unmistakable silhouett...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Kartell Furniture

Materials

Plastic

A & P.G.Castiglioni for Kartell Rocchetto Side Table, Italy 1960s
A & P.G.Castiglioni for Kartell Rocchetto Side Table, Italy 1960s

A & P.G.Castiglioni for Kartell Rocchetto Side Table, Italy 1960s

By Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, Kartell

Located in Naples, IT

Rare coffee table Mod. "Rocchetto," designed by Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni for Kartell and made of ivory ABS plastic. "Rocchetto" means "reel" in Italian which serves as the ...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kartell Furniture

Materials

Plastic

Set of 2 Kartell Victoria Ghost Chairs in Crystal by Philippe Starck
Set of 2 Kartell Victoria Ghost Chairs in Crystal by Philippe Starck

Set of 2 Kartell Victoria Ghost Chairs in Crystal by Philippe Starck

By Kartell, Philippe Starck

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This is a chair born of Classic lines with a rounded backrest that recalls the shape of antique medallions, whilst the seat is linear and geometric. Victoria ghost...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Kartell Furniture

Materials

Plastic

Kartell Sundial Modular Bookcase in Crystal and White by Nendo
Kartell Sundial Modular Bookcase in Crystal and White by Nendo

Kartell Sundial Modular Bookcase in Crystal and White by Nendo

By Kartell, Nendo

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Sundial is the bookcase whose dividing elements, placed in different directions, create a game of unexpected and original proportions.

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Kartell Furniture

Materials

Resin

Kartell A.I. Counter Stool in Grey by Philippe Starck
Kartell A.I. Counter Stool in Grey by Philippe Starck

Kartell A.I. Counter Stool in Grey by Philippe Starck

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 pl...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Kartell Furniture

Materials

Plastic

Kartell Bourgie Mat in Black by Ferruccio Laviani
Kartell Bourgie Mat in Black by Ferruccio Laviani

Kartell Bourgie Mat in Black by Ferruccio Laviani

By Kartell, Ferruccio Laviani

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A lamp with an inimitable style, Bourgie is one of Kartell’s best sellers, skillfully combining classic style, richness and tradition with innovation and irony. The baroque style bas...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Kartell Furniture

Materials

Plastic

Set of 2 Kartell Venice Chairs in Glossy Sage Green by Philippe Starck
Set of 2 Kartell Venice Chairs in Glossy Sage Green by Philippe Starck

Set of 2 Kartell Venice Chairs in Glossy Sage Green 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.    

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Kartell Furniture

Materials

Plastic

Kartell Kabuki Floor Lamp in Green by Ferruccio Laviani
Kartell Kabuki Floor Lamp in Green by Ferruccio Laviani

Kartell Kabuki Floor Lamp in Green by Ferruccio Laviani

By Ferruccio Laviani, Kartell

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The Kabuki floor lamp is injection molded. The sophisticated injection technology used makes it possible to crate a woven structure similar to lace w...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Kartell Furniture

Materials

Plastic

Kartell A.I. Bar Stool in Black by Philippe Starck
Kartell A.I. Bar Stool in Black by Philippe Starck

Kartell A.I. Bar Stool in Black by Philippe Starck

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 pl...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Kartell Furniture

Materials

Plastic

Giotto Stoppino for Kartell Magazine rack Mod. 4676, Italy 1970s
Giotto Stoppino for Kartell Magazine rack Mod. 4676, Italy 1970s

Giotto Stoppino for Kartell Magazine rack Mod. 4676, Italy 1970s

By Giotto Stoppino, Kartell

Located in Naples, IT

A historic magazine rack designed by Giotto Stoppino for Kartell, model 4676, the magazine rack has four compartments and a central round handle. It is a beautiful object that can be...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kartell Furniture

Materials

Plastic

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

Kartell Pop Outdoor Armchair in Blue by Piero Lissoni

By Carlo Tamborini, Piero Lissoni, 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...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Kartell Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Plastic

Kartell Ami Ami Chair in Red by Tokujin Yoshioka
Kartell Ami Ami Chair in Red by Tokujin Yoshioka

Kartell Ami Ami Chair in Red 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 t...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Kartell Furniture

Materials

Plastic

Kartell Kabuki Pendant Light in Green by Ferruccio Laviani
Kartell Kabuki Pendant Light in Green by Ferruccio Laviani

Kartell Kabuki Pendant Light in Green by Ferruccio Laviani

By Ferruccio Laviani, Kartell

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Kabuki pendant light in green. Dimensions: Height: 19.67 in.; Diameter: 23 in. Made of: Thermoplastic Technopolymer. Assembly required. Voltage: 120....

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Kartell Furniture

Materials

Plastic

Dr. Glob Dining Chair Set by Philippe Starck for Kartell, Italy 1980's
Dr. Glob Dining Chair Set by Philippe Starck for Kartell, Italy 1980's

Dr. Glob Dining Chair Set by Philippe Starck for Kartell, Italy 1980's

By Philippe Starck, Kartell

Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN

Vintage Postmodern Design Dr. Glob Dining Chair Set by Philippe Starck for Kartell. Made in Italy, 1980's / 90's period. Marked on the bottom. All black edition. Stackable. Black pla...

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1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Kartell Furniture

Materials

Metal

Philippe Starck x Kartell "Francois Ghost" Mirror
Philippe Starck x Kartell "Francois Ghost" Mirror

Philippe Starck x Kartell "Francois Ghost" Mirror

By Kartell, Philippe Starck

Located in Astoria, NY

Philippe Starck for Kartell "Francois Ghost" Mirror, black acrylic frame, marked to reverse. 43.75" H x 34.5" W. Provenance: From a Fifth Avenue Collection.

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Minimalist Kartell Furniture

Materials

Mirror, Acrylic

Kartell Uncle Jim Armchair in Clear by Philippe Starck
Kartell Uncle Jim Armchair in Clear by Philippe Starck

Kartell Uncle Jim Armchair in Clear by Philippe Starck

By Philippe Starck, Kartell

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The Uncle collection designed by Philippe Starck adds the Uncle Jim armchair. The armchair echoes the lines and sinuosity of Uncle Jack and lends itself to b...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Kartell Furniture

Materials

Plastic

Kartell Geen, a Lamp in Black by Ferruccio Laviani
Kartell Geen, a Lamp in Black by Ferruccio Laviani

Kartell Geen, a Lamp in Black by Ferruccio Laviani

By Kartell, Ferruccio Laviani

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Geen-a is Kartell's first reading lamp, supplementing the brand’s lighting range with a product designed for this specific purpose. The simple lines conceal a real sense of attitude,...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Kartell Furniture

Materials

Steel

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

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

By Patricia Urquiola, Kartell

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 Furniture

Materials

Plastic

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

Kartell Pop Outdoor Armchair in Ikon White by Piero Lissoni

By Kartell, Carlo Tamborini, 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 Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Plastic

Kartell Trix Sofa Bed by Piero Lissoni in Black
Kartell Trix Sofa Bed by Piero Lissoni in Black

Kartell Trix Sofa Bed by Piero Lissoni in Black

By Kartell, Piero Lissoni

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Trix is made up of three different elements connected by an elegant system of elastics which can transform and adapt to different uses through easy rotation. Trix can be an original two-person pouf, a comfortable bed...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Kartell Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Plastic

Kartell Componibili 2-Tier Modern Storage Cabinet, Hot Pink, Italy
Kartell Componibili 2-Tier Modern Storage Cabinet, Hot Pink, Italy

Kartell Componibili 2-Tier Modern Storage Cabinet, Hot Pink, Italy

By Kartell

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Rare Componibili storage unit components in vibrant hot pink. Will come with 2 “body” units and 1 “top” The Componibili Storage Unit (1969) takes its name from componibile, Italian ...

Category

Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Kartell Furniture

Materials

Plastic, Acrylic

Masayuki Matsukaze Sistema Scuola Children's Chairs for Kartell, 1970s
Masayuki Matsukaze Sistema Scuola Children's Chairs for Kartell, 1970s

Masayuki Matsukaze Sistema Scuola Children's Chairs for Kartell, 1970s

By Kartell

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A delightful and highly functional set of "Sistema Scuola" children's chairs, designed by Masayuki Matsukaze for the renowned Italian manufacturer Kartell in the 1970s. These chairs ...

Category

1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kartell Furniture

Materials

Plastic

Joe Colombo Chair No. 4801, Black Plywood, Kartell, Italy, 1960s, One of Two
Joe Colombo Chair No. 4801, Black Plywood, Kartell, Italy, 1960s, One of Two

Joe Colombo Chair No. 4801, Black Plywood, Kartell, Italy, 1960s, One of Two

By Kartell, Joe Colombo

Located in Hausmannstätten, AT

One of two "interlocking" lounge chairs designed by Joe Colombo for Kartell, Italy, manufactured in midcentury. Joe Colombo's iconic 4801 armchair was designed in 1963-1964. A modern chair with striking visual appeal by the master of Italian Space Age design. A limited number of wood 4801 chairs...

Category

1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kartell Furniture

Materials

Plywood

Rocchetto Stool designed  by Achille Castiglioni for Kartell, Italy, 1969
Rocchetto Stool designed  by Achille Castiglioni for Kartell, Italy, 1969

Rocchetto Stool designed by Achille Castiglioni for Kartell, Italy, 1969

By Kartell, Achille Castiglioni

Located in Milano, IT

Rocchetto Stool designed by Achille Castiglioni for Kartell, Italy, 1969 The Rocchetto stool, designed by Achille Castiglioni and produced by Kartell in 1969, perfectly reflects t...

Category

1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kartell Furniture

Materials

Plastic

Iconic black magazine rack 4676 by Giotto Stoppino for Kartel, Italy 1970s
Iconic black magazine rack 4676 by Giotto Stoppino for Kartel, Italy 1970s

Iconic black magazine rack 4676 by Giotto Stoppino for Kartel, Italy 1970s

By Kartell, Giotto Stoppino

Located in Meulebeke, BE

Italy / 1970 / magazine rack 4676 / Giotto Stoppino for Kartel / plastic / Italian / Vintage / Mid-Century / Pop Art / Design Classics / Italian Modern / Modernist / Postmodern / Spa...

Category

1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Kartell Furniture

Materials

Plastic

Kartell Sound Rack Modular Bookcase in Tangerine by Ludovica and Roberto Palomba
Kartell Sound Rack Modular Bookcase in Tangerine by Ludovica and Roberto Palomba

Kartell Sound Rack Modular Bookcase in Tangerine by Ludovica and Roberto Palomba

By Kartell, Ludovica + Roberto Palomba 1

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Multi-shaped and multi-purpose shelving system, stackable and modular, offering the possibility of creating a variety of geometric and chromatic compositions. This accessory can play the Dual role as both container and room divider. IT IS a go...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Kartell Furniture

Materials

Resin

Kartell Trix Sofa Bed by Piero Lissoni in Orange
Kartell Trix Sofa Bed by Piero Lissoni in Orange

Kartell Trix Sofa Bed by Piero Lissoni in Orange

By Piero Lissoni, Kartell

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Trix is made up of three different elements connected by an elegant system of elastics which can transform and adapt to different uses through easy rotation. Trix can be an original two-person pouf, a comfortable bed...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Kartell Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Plastic

Kartell furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

Kartell furniture 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 furniture, although gray editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 219 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 904 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original furniture 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 furniture by Driade, Philippe Starck, and Gervasoni. Prices for Kartell furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $80 and can go as high as $18,400, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $671.
Questions About Kartell Furniture
  • 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 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
    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 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
    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 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 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 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
    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 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 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.

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