Knoll - Eero Saarinen - Chair (6) - Tulip chair - Aluminium, Textile
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Set of six Tulip chairs designed by Eero Saarinen and manufactured by Knoll, with aluminum shells and Kvadrat Sale e Pepe Mélange fabric, originating from Italy and measuring 48 cm wide, 45 cm deep, 81 cm high (seating height 48 cm), with five swivel and one fixed base, all in restored excellent condition and dated to 2025.
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Auction Lot of Rare Find: Set of 6 Tulip Chairs – Design Eero Saarinen – Original Knoll International Production (1970s) – Complete Restoration of Excellence
We present in the auction a set of extraordinary collectible value and exceptional usability: 6 Tulip chairs, designed in 1955 by Eero Saarinen and produced by Knoll International in the 1970s. The lot consists of 5 swivel chairs and 1 fixed-base chair, subjected to a professional, comprehensive restoration that brings the entire set to a pristine, like-new conservational and aesthetic state.
Design and History: The Solution to the “Knot of Legs”
The Saarinen Pedestal collection stems from a precise formal and functional intuition:
Formally and Sculpturally Transformative: Saarinen conceived the famous single central column to eliminate the visual clutter of traditional legs, creating a fluid silhouette inspired by the tulip’s bloom.
Space Integration: The absence of perimeter bulk allows unparalleled freedom of movement and a rigorously elegant presence around the dining table.
Lot Conditions: Complete Restoration and Perfect Conservational State
- The entire set has undergone a high-level professional conservative and functional restoration:
- Shells and Bases: The shells and aluminum cast bases have been fully stripped of paint and refinished in automotive lacquer, guaranteeing an impeccable, uniform surface free of any marks or yellowing.
- Rotation Mechanism: For the 5 swivel pieces, rotation seals have been replaced, restoring fluid, silent, and perfectly stable movement.
- New Kvadrat Upholstery (Salt & Pepper Mélange): The cushions have been fully reupholstered in a premium Kvadrat fabric with a salt-and-pepper mélange weave, delivering deep material richness, tactile elegance, and a perfect graphic contrast with the white shell.
- Authenticity Guaranteed: The 1970s examples’ authenticity is confirmed by the Knoll era marks and logos stamped under the aluminum cast bases.
Dimensions
Width: 48 cm
Depth: 45 cm
Height: 81 cm
Seat height: 48 cm
The Designer: Eero Saarinen
Eero Saarinen (1910–1961), Finnish-born American architect and designer, was one of the masters of Organic Modernism. Among his architectural masterpieces are the Gateway Arch in St. Louis and the TWA Terminal in New York, works united by the same sculptural pursuit applied to the Pedestal Collection for Knoll.
The Manufacturer: Knoll International
Founded in 1938 by Hans and Florence Knoll, the American company is a cornerstone of industrial design history. Knoll holds exclusive production rights to Saarinen’s projects, ensuring a consistently high quality and construction standard over time.
Shipping and Insurance
Our company ORVETT includes insurance for transport in the indicated shipping rates. For transoceanic shipments, we will prepare a personalized quote after the auction based on the final destination of the lot.
Seller's Story
ORVETT is your preferred destination to discover and acquire the best of Italian design, from iconic creations of the 1950s to the present day. We are passionate about both masterpieces recognized by the general public and the most sought-after rarities, selecting each piece with the utmost care.
With over thirty years of experience in the industry, our dedicated team meticulously prepares each item, ensuring it is presented at its best. Our mission goes beyond simply offering extraordinary design pieces: we are committed to providing excellent customer service.
Clear and timely communication, professional packaging, safe transportation, and efficient after-sales service are the pillars of our commitment. We aim to build lasting trust with our buyers worldwide, knowing that a satisfied customer is a customer who will return to choose ORVETT.
Translated by Google TranslateAuction Lot of Rare Find: Set of 6 Tulip Chairs – Design Eero Saarinen – Original Knoll International Production (1970s) – Complete Restoration of Excellence
We present in the auction a set of extraordinary collectible value and exceptional usability: 6 Tulip chairs, designed in 1955 by Eero Saarinen and produced by Knoll International in the 1970s. The lot consists of 5 swivel chairs and 1 fixed-base chair, subjected to a professional, comprehensive restoration that brings the entire set to a pristine, like-new conservational and aesthetic state.
Design and History: The Solution to the “Knot of Legs”
The Saarinen Pedestal collection stems from a precise formal and functional intuition:
Formally and Sculpturally Transformative: Saarinen conceived the famous single central column to eliminate the visual clutter of traditional legs, creating a fluid silhouette inspired by the tulip’s bloom.
Space Integration: The absence of perimeter bulk allows unparalleled freedom of movement and a rigorously elegant presence around the dining table.
Lot Conditions: Complete Restoration and Perfect Conservational State
- The entire set has undergone a high-level professional conservative and functional restoration:
- Shells and Bases: The shells and aluminum cast bases have been fully stripped of paint and refinished in automotive lacquer, guaranteeing an impeccable, uniform surface free of any marks or yellowing.
- Rotation Mechanism: For the 5 swivel pieces, rotation seals have been replaced, restoring fluid, silent, and perfectly stable movement.
- New Kvadrat Upholstery (Salt & Pepper Mélange): The cushions have been fully reupholstered in a premium Kvadrat fabric with a salt-and-pepper mélange weave, delivering deep material richness, tactile elegance, and a perfect graphic contrast with the white shell.
- Authenticity Guaranteed: The 1970s examples’ authenticity is confirmed by the Knoll era marks and logos stamped under the aluminum cast bases.
Dimensions
Width: 48 cm
Depth: 45 cm
Height: 81 cm
Seat height: 48 cm
The Designer: Eero Saarinen
Eero Saarinen (1910–1961), Finnish-born American architect and designer, was one of the masters of Organic Modernism. Among his architectural masterpieces are the Gateway Arch in St. Louis and the TWA Terminal in New York, works united by the same sculptural pursuit applied to the Pedestal Collection for Knoll.
The Manufacturer: Knoll International
Founded in 1938 by Hans and Florence Knoll, the American company is a cornerstone of industrial design history. Knoll holds exclusive production rights to Saarinen’s projects, ensuring a consistently high quality and construction standard over time.
Shipping and Insurance
Our company ORVETT includes insurance for transport in the indicated shipping rates. For transoceanic shipments, we will prepare a personalized quote after the auction based on the final destination of the lot.
Seller's Story
ORVETT is your preferred destination to discover and acquire the best of Italian design, from iconic creations of the 1950s to the present day. We are passionate about both masterpieces recognized by the general public and the most sought-after rarities, selecting each piece with the utmost care.
With over thirty years of experience in the industry, our dedicated team meticulously prepares each item, ensuring it is presented at its best. Our mission goes beyond simply offering extraordinary design pieces: we are committed to providing excellent customer service.
Clear and timely communication, professional packaging, safe transportation, and efficient after-sales service are the pillars of our commitment. We aim to build lasting trust with our buyers worldwide, knowing that a satisfied customer is a customer who will return to choose ORVETT.
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Era
After 2000
Number of objects
6
Country of origin
Italy
Manufacturer/brand
Knoll
Model
Tulip chair
Designer/artist/maker
Eero Saarinen
Material
Aluminium, Textile
Style
Design
Condition
As new - unused
Height
81 cm
Width
48 cm
Depth
45 cm
Estimated period
2025
Seating height
48 cm
