Vintage Philippe Starck "The Face" Ride-On Toy by BIG (1995)

An iconic piece of late 20th-century democratic design, "The Face" ride-on toy was designed by legendary French polymath Philippe Starck for German toy manufacturer BIG GmbH (creators of the legendary Bobby Car) in 1995/1997.

Equal parts functional toy and post-modern sculpture, "The Face" features Starck’s signature playful biomorphism. When ridden horizontally, it serves as a low-slung, smooth-rolling vehicle for toddlers. When stood upright on its base, it transforms into an expressive, characterful floor sculpture.

• Designer: Philippe Starck

• Manufacturer: BIG GmbH, Germany

• Period: Circa 1995–1997

• Materials: Polypropylene plastic, rubber rollers / castors

• Dimensions: Approx. 31.5 cm (H) x 50 cm (W) x 60 cm (D)

• Condition: Excellent vintage condition with minor surface wear consistent with age and display. (Adjust based on actual item condition)

Featured in permanent museum collections worldwide, including the Centre Pompidou in Paris. A must-have collectors' piece for mid-century modern design enthusiasts, toy archivists, and interior stylists.