Vintage Design
Eero Saarinen’s Tulip Armchair, designed in 1955-56 as part of his Pedestal Collection for Knoll, is a modernist icon. Saarinen sought to solve the issue of “the slum of legs” in traditional furniture by creating a chair with a single pedestal base, giving it a clean, sculptural appearance. While he originally envisioned the chair being made entirely of one material, technological limitations led to the use of a fiberglass seat and an aluminum base, painted to appear as a unified piece.
The design, resembling both a flower and a wineglass, became revolutionary for its organic shape and simplicity. Its futuristic aesthetic, often associated with the Space Age, made it a staple of mid-century modern design, Very good condition
New cushions in Pine Green upholstery.
The base naturally developed slight areas where the white paint began to split (see photos).
| Creator | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Design Period | 1950 to 1959 |
| Production Period | 1970 to 1979 |
| Country of Manufacture | United States |
| Identifying Marks | This piece has an attribution mark |
| Style | Mid-Century, Design Classics, Modernist, Space Age |
| Detailed Condition | |
| Restoration and Damage Details |
Light wear consistent with age and use, Very good condition
New cushions in Pine Green upholstery. The base naturally developed slight areas where the white paint began to split (see photos) |
| Product Code | LIO-2000092 |
| Materials | Aluminum, Fiberboard |
| Color | Ivory, white |
| Width |
68 cm 26.8 inch |
| Depth |
59 cm 23.2 inch |
| Height |
81 cm 31.9 inch |
| Duties Notice | Import duty is not included in the prices you see online. You may have to pay import duties upon receipt of your order. |
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