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What did Florence Knoll call the Womb chair?
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What Florence Knoll called the Womb chair after it was created is unknown. However, its creator Eero Saarinen stated that Knoll inspired him to make the piece by asking him to design the most comfortable chair ever, saying specifically that she wanted something that felt like "a basket full of pillows." Presented with the challenge, Saarinen went primal. What, the designer figured, better signifies the very essence of comfort than the womb? "It was designed on the theory that a great number of people have never really felt comfortable and secure since they left the womb,” the designer said of his chair. Find a selection of vintage Womb chairs on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
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1960's Eero Saarinen for Knoll Womb Chair and Ottoman
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A lovely example of the Iconic Womb Chair and Ottoman designed by Eero Saarinen for Knoll. We have had it re-upholstered in a genuine Knoll fabric, Crossroads in a Honey Bee color. The fabric content is 43% Polyester, 37% Post Industrial Recycled Polyester, 20% Post Consumer Recycled Polyester, from the Knoll website. The Ottoman dimensions are 25x19 inches and it's 15.5 inches tall.
The ottoman bears the Knoll label from 320 park avenue which dates the set to the 1960's.
The steel legs are in generally good shape for their age, but the ottoman's have some corrosion particularly on one side, please see the detailed photos.
It is pictured in our gallery with a Verner Panton onion...
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
Early Womb chair by Eero Saarinen
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Brussels, BE
The Womb Chair, designed by Eero Saarinen and produced by Knoll in the 1950s, is a icon of mid-century design. Its curves and form redefine comfort, offering relaxation in any space....
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
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Custom Modernist KNOLL Womb Chair and Ottoman by Eero Saarinen
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Buffalo, NY
Eero Saarinen for Knoll Womb chair and ottoman. Custom Ordered “Puff” Mocha color upholstery "Nick Cave" and Manufactured by Knoll Textiles. Literally Brand new!! Woman ordered new f...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal, Steel
Eero Saarinen for Knoll Pair of Two-Tone Womb Chairs with Ottomans, USA 1955
By Eero Saarinen
Located in New York, NY
A pair of the Classic womb chairs designed by Eero Saarinen with matching ottomans upholstered in bouclé and faux fur. These are e...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
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Metal
Forsyth Bespoke Eero Saarinen Womb Chair and Ottoman in Australian Sheepskin
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
A favourite of the Forsyth design team!
We have an incredible collection of vintage chairs and design icons waiting for a new life. Our upcycled womb chairs are some of our most popular designs. This womb chair and ottoman will be made to order with the finest Australian sheepskins...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin
Eero Saarinen for Knoll Mid Century Womb Lounge Chairs - Pair
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Countryside, IL
Eero Saarinen for Knoll Mid Century Womb Lounge Chairs - Pair
Each lounge chair measures: 38.75 wide x 35 deep x 35.5 high, with a seat height of 17...
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