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Product Details
Materials & Finish
The Tulip Armchair features a pedestal base cast from molded aluminum, finished with a durable lacquer in white or black. The seat shell is made from reinforced molded fiberglass or plastic, upholstered with a removable cushion in fabric or leather. The integrated armrests flow seamlessly from the seat, highlighting Saarinen’s sculptural approach to unified design.
The chair offers ergonomic support through its enveloping armrests and contoured seat shell. The padded cushion enhances comfort, making the chair suitable for extended dining or meeting use. The pedestal design eliminates the clutter of four legs, maximizing flexibility around tables. Lightweight yet robust, the Tulip Armchair combines comfort, functionality, and iconic modernist elegance, often paired with Saarinen’s Tulip Tables.
Comfort & Functionality
The base is a single-piece aluminum casting, engineered for strength and stability while maintaining a slender profile. The seat shell with integrated armrests is securely mounted to the base with a concealed fastening system. The cushion is filled with high-density foam, covered in hand-stitched upholstery, and attached with Velcro or snap fasteners for easy removal. Smooth, rounded edges ensure safety and durability.
Construction
Size and Packaging of the Product
Product Dimensions
Item is fully assembled
Box Dimensions
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Eero Saarinen
Eero Saarinen (1910–1961) was a Finnish-American architect and industrial designer, celebrated for his bold, sculptural forms and innovative approach to modernism. Son of architect Eliel Saarinen, he studied at Yale before joining the family practice and later establishing his own. Saarinen’s iconic works include the TWA Flight Center at JFK Airport, the Gateway Arch in St. Louis, and the Dulles International Airport terminal. In furniture design, he created timeless pieces for Knoll, such as the Tulip Chair and Pedestal Table, which eliminated “the slum of legs.” Saarinen’s visionary designs fused elegance, functionality, and expressive modern form.
