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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.
1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
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Saarinen Dining Table 50th Year Anniversary Edition by Eero Saarinen
By Eero Saarinen
Located in Doral, FL
Saarinen Dining Table 50th Year Anniversary Edition by Eero Saarinen 2007 Knoll International 50th Anniversary Edition of the classic Saarinen Dining Table (Tulip Table). Top in ro...
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Vintage 1950s American Dining Room Tables

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Metal

Eero Saarinen for Knoll Womb Chair newly reupholstered in a Rivington Charcoal
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Eero Saarinen for Knoll womb Chair newly reupholstered in a Rivington Charcoal Fabric. Chrome frame and Original label. Truly one of the most comfortable chairs out there!
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Chrome

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

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Carrara Marble, Aluminum

Eero Saarinen for Knoll Womb Chair and Ottoman in a red Boucle
By Eero Saarinen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Eero Saarinen for Knoll womb Chair and Ottoman in a red Boucle Fabric. This example is 20 years old and very clean! Matching Ottoman is 26" x 20". Probably the most comfortable mi...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Chrome

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...
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Stools

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Metal

Seven Eero Saarinen Tulip Chairs for Knoll International 1970s All original
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
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 ...
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Aluminum

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