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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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Professionally Restored Eero Saarinen for Knoll Oak Tulip Dining Table
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This rare and exquisite table was designed by legend Eero Saarinen for Knoll. Featuring a rare top, this oval top is made of oak, which is beautifully figured and bookmatched. The to...
Category
1990s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Aluminum
Eero Saarinen Marble Top Dining Table for Knoll circa 1970s
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Atlanta, GA
Marble Top Tulip Dining Table, designed by Eero Saarinen for Knoll, American, circa 2000s. This is a licensed authentic example and is signed with a Knoll label underneath. This tabl...
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Marble, Metal
Mid-Century Modern Set of 6 Eero Saarinen Knoll Dining Chairs w Wood Legs C1955
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous set of six Executive dining chairs by Eero Saarinen for Knoll C1955. These are the bent wood version, walnut.
Made and sold to the IBM machine co in the fifties these were ...
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Set of Six Eero Mid Century Saarinen Executive Dining Chairs for Knoll in Blue
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A complete set of 6 dining chairs designed by Eero Saarinen for Knoll Associates. These feature chrome bases with dark royal blue fabric. Very clean and ready for use.
Category
Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel
Eero Saarinen for Knoll Large Womb Chair in Salt and Pepper Boucle
By Eero Saarinen
Located in Seattle, WA
One of the most iconic chair designs of the 20th century, Eero Saarinen designed this lounge chair for Florence Knoll at the request of “a chair that was like a basket full of pillow...
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Bouclé
Eero Saarinen Coffee Table Mod “Tulip” Circular Top in Carrara Marble Italy 60s
By Eero Saarinen
Located in Palermo, IT
Eero Saarinen. “Tulip” model table designed in (1956/1960), base in black painted cast aluminum and circular top in Carrara marble. Timeless beauty, Eero Saarinen Round Coffee Table...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Carrara Marble, Aluminum
