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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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Oval Tulip Dining Table by Eero Saarinen for Knoll, circa 1990s
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in San Antonio, TX
Oval walnut top tulip dining table by Eero Saarinen for Knoll with a gray oval base, circa 1990s. Dining table has age-appropriate wear.
Dimensions:78" x 48" x 28"
"Born to archit...
Category
1990s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Steel
2st Series of the Womb Chair by Ero Saarinen, Knoll, circa 1970
By Eero Saarinen
Located in VILLEURBANNE, FR
The Womb Chair is the first result of the collaboration between Eero Saarinen, Charles Eames, and Florence Knoll.
Designed in 1940 at Florence Knoll's request, she famously asked fo...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Set of 6 Tulip Armchairs by Eero Saarinen for Knoll, plumb upholstery, 1960's
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Chicago, IL
Eero Saarinen Tulip armchairs, with plumb upholstery.
Knoll Associates, 1960's
Set of 6 chairs
Manufacturer "320 Park Avenue" labels attached underneath cushions, which dates back t...
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass
$5,920 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Original set Eero Saarinen Marble Side Tables
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in South Charleston, WV
16" diameter x 20.5" high. Price is for the pair. Purchased circa 1962 together by the singular owner as a pair with specified Cremo Marble (characterized as a Calcutta with distinct...
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Marble, Steel
Eero Saarinen for Knoll Round Tulip Pedestal Marble Top Dining Table
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in San Antonio, TX
Iconic Eero Saarinen oval marble top tulip dining table for Knoll International, circa 1990s. 54"x28"
"In his purist approach to architecture and design, Eero Saarinen sought the es...
Category
1990s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Marble, Aluminum
Eero Saarinen Womb Chair and Ottoman in Zebra
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
We have an incredible collection of vintage chairs and design icons waiting for a new life. Please allow 10-12 weeks for re-upholstery and restoration of a vintage Womb Chair and Ott...
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Zebra Hide
$17,800 / set