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Louis 20 side chair designed by Philippe Starck for Vitra. An early production example sent to the United States as a sales sample. Constructed in polypropylene with polished aluminium. Incised to the underside in metal: "Louis 20 by Starck for Vitra." No longer in production.
Starck’s practice spans consumer goods and interiors with an emphasis on mass-produced objects that seek improved quality and cost efficiency. His designs often carry sensual, character-like forms and playfully conceived names; “Louis 20” references French regnal numbering with deliberate irony. The chair is represented in the permanent collection of MoMA and in other international museum collections.
- Designer: Philippe Starck
- Manufacturer: Vitra
- Materials: Polypropylene; polished aluminium
- Dimensions: 84 cm H x 47 cm x 54.6 cm
- Markings: Incised “Louis 20 by Starck for Vitra” to the underside
- Condition: Good, with some surface oxidation of the plastic
- Status: Discontinued model
Starck’s practice spans consumer goods and interiors with an emphasis on mass-produced objects that seek improved quality and cost efficiency. His designs often carry sensual, character-like forms and playfully conceived names; “Louis 20” references French regnal numbering with deliberate irony. The chair is represented in the permanent collection of MoMA and in other international museum collections.
- Designer: Philippe Starck
- Manufacturer: Vitra
- Materials: Polypropylene; polished aluminium
- Dimensions: 84 cm H x 47 cm x 54.6 cm
- Markings: Incised “Louis 20 by Starck for Vitra” to the underside
- Condition: Good, with some surface oxidation of the plastic
- Status: Discontinued model
- Brand & Designer
- Vitra
- Color
- Green
- Style
- Modern
- Material
- Plastic
- Condition
- Good
- Dimensions (cm)
- W 55D 47H 84
Design Story
Vitra is one of the most influential design companies of the modern era, known for blending industrial innovation with some of the most iconic furniture design of the 20th century.
Founded in 1950 in Basel by Willi Fehlbaum, the company began as a shop fitting manufacturer before discovering the work of Charles Eames and Ray Eames during a trip to the United States. Impressed by their revolutionary approach to furniture, Fehlbaum secured the European licensing rights to produce their designs, a decision that would shape Vitra’s identity for decades.
Over time, Vitra became far more than a manufacturer. The company built long term collaborations with some of the world’s most important designers, including Verner Panton, Jean Prouvé, and Jasper Morrison. Rather than chasing trends, Vitra focused on timeless forms, intelligent engineering, and furniture designed to improve everyday life.
Its pieces became staples of modern interiors, from creative offices and museums to carefully curated homes. At the same time, Vitra helped preserve design history by continuing to produce many classic mid century designs with exceptional attention to detail and authenticity.
Today, Vitra remains deeply associated with contemporary architecture and design culture. Through its furniture, exhibitions, and the renowned Vitra Campus, the company continues to shape the conversation around how modern spaces should look, feel, and function.
Founded in 1950 in Basel by Willi Fehlbaum, the company began as a shop fitting manufacturer before discovering the work of Charles Eames and Ray Eames during a trip to the United States. Impressed by their revolutionary approach to furniture, Fehlbaum secured the European licensing rights to produce their designs, a decision that would shape Vitra’s identity for decades.
Over time, Vitra became far more than a manufacturer. The company built long term collaborations with some of the world’s most important designers, including Verner Panton, Jean Prouvé, and Jasper Morrison. Rather than chasing trends, Vitra focused on timeless forms, intelligent engineering, and furniture designed to improve everyday life.
Its pieces became staples of modern interiors, from creative offices and museums to carefully curated homes. At the same time, Vitra helped preserve design history by continuing to produce many classic mid century designs with exceptional attention to detail and authenticity.
Today, Vitra remains deeply associated with contemporary architecture and design culture. Through its furniture, exhibitions, and the renowned Vitra Campus, the company continues to shape the conversation around how modern spaces should look, feel, and function.
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