87 - Philippe Starck (born 1949)
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Estimate €2,200 - €2,800

Description

Philippe Starck (born 1949) Len Niggelman Pair of armchairs Wooden frame padded with foam and upholstered in black Skaï (faux leather), resting on aluminium legs stamped ‘STARCK’. France, circa the 1980s Produced by Les 3 Suisses. H67 W76 D90 cm With their deliberately radical silhouette, these armchairs exemplify the experimental design language developed by Starck during the 1980s, a pivotal period in which he established himself as one of the leading figures in contemporary French design. The design combines a rigorous geometric structure with a generously padded seat and backrest, creating a striking contrast between architectural lines and comfort. Upholstered in black Skaï, the armchairs retain the strong monochrome aesthetic characteristic of Starck’s early interiors and furniture designs. Their sculptural presence places them at the crossroads of French postmodernism, radical design and collectable design. The Len Niggelman model forms part of the major body of work through which Philippe Starck challenged traditional furniture typologies during the 1980s, favouring distinctive silhouettes, unconventional proportions and an immediately recognisable visual identity.

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Auction time 09/27/2026 at 2:30 PM

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87 - Philippe Starck (born 1949) See original version (French)

87 - Philippe Starck (born 1949)
See original version (French)