Baleri Italia Mac Gee Bookshelf in Gray Steel by Philippe Starck

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Baleri Italia Mac Gee Bookshelf in Gray Steel by Philippe Starck

About the Item

Behold, the epitome of avant-garde sophistication: the Philippe Starck Mc Gee shelving unit born in 1984 for Baleri Italia. A symphony of form and function, this shelving unit is not merely a piece of furniture; it's a statement, an expression of daring design that dances on the edge of modernity. Picture this: a metallic silver dream, expertly coated with a lustrous epoxy finish that shimmers like moonlight on a serene sea. The frame, forged from the finest steel, stands proudly before you, a witness to industrial elegance. It's as if it emerged from the future, handcrafted for the connoisseur of the present. But let's get to the heart of the matter—the shelves. Five of them, arranged horizontally in a whimsical yet deliberate descent, like the steps of a surreal ladder to artistic nirvana. Each shelf, a canvas of creativity, beckoning you to place your most treasured tomes, art pieces, or curiosities upon it. The design is nothing short of visionary. It's an open silhouette that appears to defy gravity, effortlessly resting on your wall. A magician's trick, an illusion that it's free-standing, defying the conventional expectations of furniture. Philippe Starck's genius shines through in the subtle intersection of a single upright support beam, a stroke of design brilliance that echoes the elegant harmony of a finely composed symphony. This bookshelf isn't just a piece of furniture; it's a work of art, a conversation starter, and a status symbol. It's a nod to the future with a tip of the hat to classic craftsmanship. It's for those who appreciate the finer things in life, who dare to be different, and who understand that luxury isn't about excess but about curated excellence. So, to you, the discerning furniture connoisseur with an eye for style and a penchant for the extraordinary, we say: Let your space reflect your unique vision, and let this iconic Philippe Starck creation be the centerpiece of your narrative. It's not just a bookshelf; it's a statement of who you are and where you're headed. Dare to dream, and let your bookshelf be the story you tell.

Creator:
Philippe Starck (Designer),Baleri Italia (Manufacturer)
Dimensions:
Height: 93 in (236.22 cm)Width: 39 in (99.06 cm)Depth: 19.7 in (50.04 cm)
Style:
Modern (In the Style Of)
Materials and Techniques:
Steel
Place of Origin:
Italy
Period:
1980-1989
Date of Manufacture:
1984
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use. Minimal wear consistent with age and use.2500.
Seller Location:
Culver City, CA
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU1139236359872

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Philippe Starck

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.