Knoll - Eero Saarinen - Chair (6) - Tulip chair - Aluminium, Textile
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This set of six Tulip chairs, designed by Eero Saarinen and made by Knoll, dates to 2025 and combines aluminium with fabric.
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Rare Find: Set of 6 “Tulip” Chairs – Designed by Eero Saarinen – Original Production by Knoll International (1970s) – Outstanding Full Restoration
We are offering at auction a set of exceptional collectible value and outstanding 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 chair with a fixed base, all of which have undergone a complete professional restoration that has returned the entire set to a condition and appearance as good as new.
Design and History: The Solution to the “Tangle of Legs”
Saarinen’s Pedestal collection grew out of a precise formal and functional insight:
Formal and Sculptural Innovation: Saarinen conceived the famous single central stem to eliminate the visual clutter of traditional legs, creating a fluid silhouette inspired by the bowl of a tulip.
Integration with the Space: The absence of obstructions around the perimeter offers unparalleled freedom of movement and understated elegance around the dining table.
Lot Condition: Complete Restoration and Perfect Condition
- The entire set has undergone an exceptionally high-quality professional restoration, both conservation-focused and functional:
- Shells and Bases: The shells and cast-aluminum bases have been completely stripped and refinished in an automotive paint shop with the original lacquer finish, ensuring an impeccable, uniform surface free of any marks or yellowing.
- Swivel Mechanism: The swivel gaskets on the 5 rotating chairs have been replaced, restoring smooth, quiet, and perfectly stable movement.
- New Kvadrat Upholstery (Salt and Pepper Mélange): The cushions have been completely reupholstered using a fine Kvadrat fabric with a “salt and pepper” mélange weave, lending rich texture and tactile elegance while creating a perfect graphic contrast with the white shells.
- Guaranteed Authenticity: The authenticity of these 1970s examples is confirmed by the period Knoll marks and logos impressed underneath the cast-aluminum bases.
Dimensions
Width: 48 cm
Depth: 45 cm
Height: 81 cm
Seat height: 48 cm
The Designer: Eero Saarinen
Eero Saarinen (1910–1961), a Finnish-born American architect and designer, was one of the masters of Organic Modernism. His architectural masterpieces include the Gateway Arch in St. Louis and the TWA Terminal in New York, works united by the same sculptural approach he brought to the Pedestal Collection for Knoll.
The Manufacturer: Knoll International
Founded in 1938 by Hans and Florence Knoll, the American company is a pillar of industrial design history. Knoll holds the exclusive production rights to Saarinen’s designs, ensuring a consistently high standard of quality and construction.
Shipping and Insurance
Our company, ORVETT, includes shipping insurance in the stated shipping rates. For overseas shipments, we will provide a customized quote after the auction closes, based on the lot’s final destination.
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 TranslateRare Find: Set of 6 “Tulip” Chairs – Designed by Eero Saarinen – Original Production by Knoll International (1970s) – Outstanding Full Restoration
We are offering at auction a set of exceptional collectible value and outstanding 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 chair with a fixed base, all of which have undergone a complete professional restoration that has returned the entire set to a condition and appearance as good as new.
Design and History: The Solution to the “Tangle of Legs”
Saarinen’s Pedestal collection grew out of a precise formal and functional insight:
Formal and Sculptural Innovation: Saarinen conceived the famous single central stem to eliminate the visual clutter of traditional legs, creating a fluid silhouette inspired by the bowl of a tulip.
Integration with the Space: The absence of obstructions around the perimeter offers unparalleled freedom of movement and understated elegance around the dining table.
Lot Condition: Complete Restoration and Perfect Condition
- The entire set has undergone an exceptionally high-quality professional restoration, both conservation-focused and functional:
- Shells and Bases: The shells and cast-aluminum bases have been completely stripped and refinished in an automotive paint shop with the original lacquer finish, ensuring an impeccable, uniform surface free of any marks or yellowing.
- Swivel Mechanism: The swivel gaskets on the 5 rotating chairs have been replaced, restoring smooth, quiet, and perfectly stable movement.
- New Kvadrat Upholstery (Salt and Pepper Mélange): The cushions have been completely reupholstered using a fine Kvadrat fabric with a “salt and pepper” mélange weave, lending rich texture and tactile elegance while creating a perfect graphic contrast with the white shells.
- Guaranteed Authenticity: The authenticity of these 1970s examples is confirmed by the period Knoll marks and logos impressed underneath the cast-aluminum bases.
Dimensions
Width: 48 cm
Depth: 45 cm
Height: 81 cm
Seat height: 48 cm
The Designer: Eero Saarinen
Eero Saarinen (1910–1961), a Finnish-born American architect and designer, was one of the masters of Organic Modernism. His architectural masterpieces include the Gateway Arch in St. Louis and the TWA Terminal in New York, works united by the same sculptural approach he brought to the Pedestal Collection for Knoll.
The Manufacturer: Knoll International
Founded in 1938 by Hans and Florence Knoll, the American company is a pillar of industrial design history. Knoll holds the exclusive production rights to Saarinen’s designs, ensuring a consistently high standard of quality and construction.
Shipping and Insurance
Our company, ORVETT, includes shipping insurance in the stated shipping rates. For overseas shipments, we will provide a customized quote after the auction closes, based on the lot’s final destination.
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
