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Is Eero Saarinen a postmodernist?
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No, Eero Saarinen was not a postmodernist. The work of the Finnish-American architect and furniture designer is primarily associated with modernism. His best known designs for seating and tables, created during the 1940s and 1950s, were manufactured by Knoll, a furniture brand and a chief influence in the rise of modern design in the United States.
Postmodern design was a short-lived movement that manifested itself chiefly in Italy and the United States in the early 1980s (Saarinen died in 1961).
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Postmodern design was a short-lived movement that manifested itself chiefly in Italy and the United States in the early 1980s (Saarinen died in 1961).
Find vintage Eero Saarinen furniture on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertMarch 29, 2024
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Mid-Century Modern Eero Saarinen for Knoll Red Executive Armless Chairs Set of 6
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Stunning authentic mid-century modern set of six Saarinen executive armless chairs by Knoll.
One of Knoll's most popular designs that achieved supreme comfort through the shape of it...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Ch...
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Early Eero Saarinen for Knoll Cast Iron Tulip Table with Custom Travertine Top
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Ferndale, MI
Tulip table Designed by Eero Saarinen for Knoll. Eero Saarinen vowed to address the "ugly, confusing, unrestful world" he observed underneath chairs and tables - the so-called "slum ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Travertine, Iron
Eero Saarinen Mid-Century Womb Chair & Ottoman by Knoll
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Southampton, NY
This Iconic original Womb Chair and accompanying ottoman is by famed Finnish/ American designer Eero Saarinen and produced by Knoll. The chair and ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
Mid Century Modern Oval Tulip Coffee Table in Marble by Eero Saarinen for Knoll
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Troy, MI
Iconic oval tulip coffee table designed by Eero Saarinen for Knoll in 1957
Sharp example in Arabescato with black tulip base
Labeled to underside
42 inch width
28 inch depth
15 in...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Coc...
Materials
Marble, Aluminum
Eero Saarinen Tulip Dining Table Marble Knoll International
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Berlin, BE
Beautiful tulip dining table with a beautiful marble top by the famous Designer Eero Saarinen.
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Marble, Steel
Dining Table by Eero Saarinen for Knoll International, 1960s
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Lasne, BE
Round table with marble top and aluminium base designed by Eero Saarinen and produced by Knoll International. Wear due to time and age of the table.
Category
Vintage 1960s Central American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Carrara Marble, Aluminum
