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What did Eero Saarinen believe was the architect's role?
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Eero Saarinen believed that the architect's role was to create structures that enhance daily life and inspire people to consider new possibilities. He thought that buildings should suit their intended purpose well and provide comfortable accommodations while at the same time being aesthetically appealing. Some of his best-known structures include the gull-winged TWA Flight Center at John F. Kennedy Airport in New York, Dulles International Airport in Virginia and the Gateway Arch in St. Louis, Missouri. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of Eero Saarinen furniture.
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 7, 2024
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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...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Carrara Marble, Aluminum
Eero Saarinen Tulip Dining Table for Knoll
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Classic Eero Saarinen tulip dining table for Knoll. 48 inches in diameter, accommodating 5-6 side chairs or 4 armchairs. White round laminate top and black satin finished cast alumin...
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Aluminum
20th Century American Oval Knoll Carrara Marble Dining Table by Eero Saarinen
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An oval, vintage Mid-Century modern American dining room table made of hand crafted Carrara marble designed by Eero Saarinen for Knoll, in good condition. The top of the detailed con...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Carrara Marble, Metal, Aluminum
Ebony 1950s Oval Saarinen Knoll 78" Dining Table custom
By Aaron Saxton, Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in South Charleston, WV
Original 1950s cast iron Pedestal dining table by Knoll. Oval, being 78.25" wide and 48.25" deep. 28.25" tall. The top veneer has been replaced with book-matched Macassar Ebony with ...
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Iron
Seven Eero Saarinen Tulip Chairs for Knoll International 1970s All original
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Basel, BS
Beautiful set of seven Tulip Chairs by Eero Saarinen, produced by Knoll in Germany around 1975/76.
All original and great condition with white seat shells, no discoloration!
Comes ...
Category
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Pair of Vintage Eero Saarinen Tulip Swiveling Stools for Knoll
By Eero Saarinen, Florence Knoll
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precision. With over 17 years of artisanal exper...
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Metal
