2010’s: Masters Chair

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History

Philippe Starck and Eugeni Quitllet designed the Masters chair in 2010. Three other iconic designs were the combined inspiration for the Masters chair: Arne Jacobsen’s Series 7 Chair, Eero Saarinen’s Tulip Armchair, and Charles Eames’s Eiffel Chair.

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Designed by

Philippe Starck and Eugeni Quitllet in 2010.

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Dimensions

Width 57 cm, height 84 cm, depth 47 cm, seat height 46 cm, weight 4 kg.

Materials

Polypropelene

Elements and Principles

Line is the main Element, and Movement the leading Principle of this design. The intertwined lines of the chair’s back rest and arm rests are giving the chair a dynamic feel of movement.

Manufactured by

Kartell

Used by Designers

It is quite phenomenal how quickly the Masters chair has gained enormous popularity worldwide. It is equally popular in public seating places such as stylish cafes and restaurants, waiting rooms, and in residential dining rooms and home offices.

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Replicas

Masters chair is available directly from Kartell and from most designer furniture re-sellers. In Australia they can be purchased from Space Furniture among others. Also replicas can be bought from Matt Blatt and Sokol. In China many replicas are manufactured, and they are often produced in vivid colours.

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