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What materials did Eero Saarinen use for his pedestal chairs?

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What materials did Eero Saarinen use for his pedestal chairs?
Eero Saarinen’s famed pedestal chairs, although streamlined in appearance, are crafted with a variety of materials from aluminum and molded fiberglass to the plastic-bonded finish. You can shop a selection of Eero Saarinen pieces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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1st Series of the Womb Chair by Ero Saarinen, Knoll, ca. 1948
By Eero Saarinen
Located in VILLEURBANNE, FR
The Womb Chair stands as one of the most celebrated icons of 20th-century design, born from the collaboration between Eero Saarinen, Charles Eames, and Florence Knoll. Conceived in 1...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Metal

Eero Saarinen Upholstered Tulip Armchair for Knoll
By Eero Saarinen
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A special order upholstered tulip arm chair with nice curved back and supportive bottom seat cushion . This is a very comfortable chair for hours of relaxing at home or in the office...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Metal

Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Arm Chairs Set of 4/ 2 SETS Available!
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Armchairs, sold in sets of 4! Two Sets of 4 Available! Classic Comfortable large chair. Perfect for dining rooms or conference! These came from ...
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Chrome

Rare Early Eero Saarinen Womb Chair and Ottoman, Knoll, USA, 1950s
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
A rare early production Eero Saarinen womb chairsand ottoman, made by Knoll, USA, 1950s. Fibreglass, black enameled steel frames and first edition feet / glides. Newly upholstered i...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Steel

Pr. Vintage Saarinen for Knoll Executive Chairs c. 1960/70's
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in New York, NY
Pair of iconic Mid Century architectural design, from recognized master of the genre, Eero Saarinen. The Executive Arm Chair is considered to be one of the most important pieces to ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Steel

2010s Set of Four Eero Saarinen for Knoll Tulip Dining Arm Chairs in Grey
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a set of four Saarinen Pedestal Tulip Armchair, Model 150, initially designed by Eero Saarinen for Knoll in 1957. These particular examples were produced in the United States...
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2010s American Modern Armchairs

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Aluminum

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