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What material did Eero Saarinen use?

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What material did Eero Saarinen use?
Eero Saarinen used a variety of materials in his furniture designs. Some of his designs feature hardwood frames, but he didn't work in wood exclusively. His Tulip chair consists of a fiberglass seat mounted on a cast aluminum base. You'll find a range of Eero Saarinen furniture on 1stDibs.
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Set of Six Eero Mid Century Saarinen Executive Dining Chairs for Knoll in Navy
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 navy blue fabric. Very clean and ready for use.
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Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel

Eero Saarinen White Marble Side Table for Knoll, 1960
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Vienna, AT
Original side table with a marble top by Saarinen for Knoll International, Mid century. Early version, marked Knoll International (bottom of base) Elegant side table designed by the...
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Marble, Aluminum

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

Mid Century Saarinen for Johnson Furniture Drop Side Desk c. 1950's
By John Stuart Inc., Eero Saarinen
Located in New York, NY
Chic mid century desk designed by Eero Saarinen for the John Stuart Furniture Company, circa 1950's. This stylish desk features a rectangular top, with a drop side leaf, which can b...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Pair of Vintage Eero Saarinen Tulip Swiveling Stools for Knoll
By Florence Knoll, Eero Saarinen
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...
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Metal

Early Production Saarinen Knoll Womb Chair & Ottoman Reupholstered LIC Label
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A wonderful early production Eero Saarinen Knoll Womb Chair and ottoman that we just recently had reupholstered. the fabric we chose is a Knoll Studios “Feeling Plaid” which is 55% R...
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

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