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What materials did Eero Saarinen use for his pedestal chairs?
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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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Pair of Saarinen Executive Armchairs Knoll Mid-Century Modern
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Grand Cayman, KY
Enhance your space with this timeless pair of Mid-Century Organic Modern Executive Armchairs by renowned designer Eero Saarinen for Knoll. These iconic chairs feature a classic 4-leg...
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Vintage 1960s American Organic Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Metal
1 Saarinen Executive Chair for Knoll
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in New York, NY
Iconic Saarinen design for Knoll executive arm chairs, circa 1970s. This chair is in good, original condition, showing some cosmetic wear to fabric, usable as is, or can be reuphols...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Chrome
Saarinen Executive Armchairs in Royal Blue Velvet, Chrome Tubular Legs, Set of 6
By Eero Saarinen
Located in Wilton, CT
The Mid-Century Classic Vintage Eero Saarinen Executive Armchair, manufactured by Knoll Furniture, offered here as a set of 6. Custom upholstered in a deep 100% cotton Italian perfor...
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
2021 Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Arm Chair Leather w/ Wood Legs
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an Eero Saarinen for Knoll executive armchair in off-white leather with light walnut wood legs. The chair was produced in 2021, acquired directly from a Knoll employee. It ha...
Category
2010s American Modern Armchairs
Materials
Wood, Leather
Saarinen Executive Armchair with Metal Legs for Knoll
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Glendale, CA
Eero Saarinen Executive Chair with metal legs for Knoll. Originally designed in 1946, this late 1990s / early 2000s edition is executed in geometric fabric and metal legs with Knoll ...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Chrome
Early Womb Chair Designed for Eero Saarinen
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Stamford, CT
A early production womb chair designed by Eero Saarinen. Produced by Knoll starting in 1946 this model was produced in 1952. It re...
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel