Are tulip tables sturdy?

With a cast iron or aluminum alloy base, rest assured, the tulip table is indeed sturdy. With its centrally-placed leg, the style of the table was designed to be functional and structurally solid. You’ll find a variety of tulip tables from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

How can I tell if a tulip table is real?

Eero Saarinen tulip tables are beloved by interior designers worldwide, and there are some key things to look for to ensure your table is authentic. Examine the base of the chairs and table and confirm they're made from one piece of cast aluminum with no visible seams. Tulip tables have been crafted from various materials over the years, but never plastic. You can also turn the table over to look for a Knoll Inc. tag, though some vintage tables may not have this. On 1stDibs, you'll find a collection of authentic Eero Saarinen tulip furniture from some of the world's top sellers.

What era are tulip tables from?

Tulip tables are from the mid-century modern era. Finnish-American architect and furniture maker Eero Saarinen created the table in 1956 as part of the Pedestal collection of chairs and stools. The Pedestal table and its accompanying Tulip armchairs and armless chairs comprised cast-aluminum bases (“Tulip” became a common descriptor for all of the furnishings in the collection). Each table, stool and chair was crafted with a single, tapered cylindrical leg that descends to a base that flares into a circle, giving the illusion of being one piece. The series was designed for Knoll Inc. On 1stDibs, find vintage Tulip tables from some of the world’s top sellers.

What is a tulip table?

A tulip table is a dining table or occasional table of a certain shape. It’s typically characterized by a slender stem-like pedestal base and a round tabletop. Its name is drawn from the name given to chairs that are part of a collection that Finnish-American designer and architect Eero Saarinen created for iconic mid-century furniture manufacturer Knoll during the 1950s.The tables in Saarinen’s acclaimed series were called Pedestal tables , while the chairs were called Tulip chairs, armless or not , owing to their flower bulb-like shape. Today, design lovers everywhere frequently refer to Saarinen's Pedestal tables as tulip tables , and any table that looks like a Pedestal table is generally referred to as a tulip table, whether or not Saarinen had anything to do with it.Find vintage Eero Saarinen tables on 1stDibs.

Why is it called a tulip table?

The Tulip table is called that because it matches the Tulip chair. With its tapered shape, the seat of the chair resembles a tulip flower. Eero Saarinen designed both the Tulip chair and the Tulip table. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Tulip tables.

What chairs work with a Tulip Table?

Many chairs can work with a Tulip table. The Tulip armchair, for example, was part of Eero Saarinen’s Pedestal collection of armless chairs, stools, Tulip side tables and more. The series, produced for Knoll, was a mid-century modernist exercise in simplifying, and Tulip chairs, with their curvy contours, match Tulip side tables and Pedestal dining tables very well. However, you can also try other mid-century modern chairs to see what works best in your space. Shop a collection of mid-century modern dining chairs on 1stDibs.

How can you tell a real Saarinen Tulip table?

To tell a real Saarinen Tulip table, look under the tabletop. Authentic Saarinen tables will usually feature a label bearing the Knoll Industries name and a metal plaque that features Eero Saarinen's signature. The style of these tags and labels has changed over the years, but you can find pictures of them on the pages of trusted online resources to compare to the markings on your table. Materials can also be useful when authenticating Tulip tables. Authentic tables will have cast aluminum bases. A wood or plastic base is a good indication that the table is a replica, as is a plastic top rather than one made of wood, laminate or natural stone. If you're still unsure about the authenticity of your piece, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can assist you. Find a selection of Eero Saarinen Tulip tables on 1stDibs.

Is a tulip table mid century modern?

Yes, the tulip table is considered a mid-century modern design. This table shape has become an iconic statement of the era with a simple sculptural attitude and a practical nature. The first tulip table was created by Eero Saarinen, a noted Finnish designer who was a leader in mid-century modern home decor. Shop a collection of Saarinen furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What color chairs go with a black table?

There are multiple chair colors that can be matched with a black table, it’s really a matter of preference. You could choose to go with black or a contrasting color or even think outside the box in order to add unlikely pops of color to a space. Visit 1stDibs for a wide selection of chairs and tables available in different colors.

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Bill Curry "Stemlite" Black Tulip Table Lamp for Design Line

$1,295

H 17 in W 9 in D 9 in

Bill Curry "Stemlite" Black Tulip Table Lamp for Design Line

By Design Line, Bill Curry

Located in Los Angeles, CA

"Stemlite" series in the United States circa 1960s. Our unique table lamp feature black lacquered tulip base

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

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$3,228

H 28.35 in Dm 47.25 in

Knoll Studio, Tulip table

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Round blackened walnut top, black lacquered metal base, signed, H 72 cm, D 120 cm,

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Mid-20th Century Tables

Materials

Metal

Tulip Console Table in Black Oak by Kope Woodcraft

$1,600 / item

H 30 in W 50 in D 14 in

Tulip Console Table in Black Oak by Kope Woodcraft

Located in Manson, WA

Tulip Console Table – Minimalist Elegance Meets Functional Design Elevate your home with the Tulip

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2010s American Scandinavian Modern Console Tables

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Wood, Cherry, Oak, Walnut

Art Nouveau Black Lacquer Table Lamp With Cameo Tulips, 20th Century

$5,951Sale Price|35% Off

H 35.83 in W 19.69 in D 13 in

Art Nouveau Black Lacquer Table Lamp With Cameo Tulips, 20th Century

Located in Lisbon, PT

An Art Nouveau black lacquer refinish table lamp titled "Départ des Hirondelles" (Departure of the

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20th Century French Art Nouveau Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Knoll Saarinen Black Tulip Base 78" Oval Walnut Top Dining/Conference Table

$8,995

H 30 in W 78 in D 48 in

Knoll Saarinen Black Tulip Base 78" Oval Walnut Top Dining/Conference Table

By Eero Saarinen

Located in Pasadena, TX

This is a classic Tulip base dining table designed by Eero Saarinen for Knoll Furniture. The base

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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

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Aluminum

Pair Art Deco Edgar Brandt Style Wrought Iron Tulip Black Marble Tp End Tables

$7,995 / set

H 28 in W 27.5 in D 28 in

Pair Art Deco Edgar Brandt Style Wrought Iron Tulip Black Marble Tp End Tables

By Edgar Brandt

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

This pair of Art Deco end tables in the manner of Edgar Brandt captures the bold elegance and

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco End Tables

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Belgian Black Marble, Steel

Modern Tulip Bedside Table Lamp or Desk Lamp by Designline in Black Gloss

$395 / item

H 13.6 in Dm 9.2 in

Modern Tulip Bedside Table Lamp or Desk Lamp by Designline in Black Gloss

By Design Line

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A gorgeous tulip form table lamp, desk lamp or bedside lamp. It features a glossy black cast

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2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

TULIP BATTERY - BLACK BASE - Design by marc sadler

$545 / item

H 15 in W 6 in D 3 in

TULIP BATTERY - BLACK BASE - Design by marc sadler

By Slamp, Marc Sadler

Located in Pomezia, Rome

Tulip, romantica installazione luminosa di Marc Sadler, è proposta in versione da tavolo con

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Table Lamps

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Other

Art Deco Black Lacquer Console with Tulip Curved Center Base, France 1930s

$4,402

H 29.53 in W 43.31 in D 13.78 in

Art Deco Black Lacquer Console with Tulip Curved Center Base, France 1930s

Located in Ulm, DE

This Art Deco console in deep black lacquer features a sculptural tulip-shaped center support

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Console Tables

Materials

Beech

Art Nouveau Table Lamp With Cameo Tulips, 20th Century

$2,694Sale Price|25% Off

H 35.83 in W 19.69 in D 13 in

Art Nouveau Table Lamp With Cameo Tulips, 20th Century

Located in Lisbon, PT

An Art Nouveau table lamp titled "Départ des Hirondelles" (Departure of the Swallows), depicting a

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20th Century French Art Nouveau Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Emo Saarinen Style 47 inch Tulip Dining Table

$559Sale Price|77% Off

H 28 in W 47 in D 47 in

Emo Saarinen Style 47 inch Tulip Dining Table

By Eero Saarinen

Located in East Freetown, MA

Classic Eero Saariinen for Knoll attributed (no labels) tulip table. Sturdy black metal base with

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Wood

Elegant Black High Gloss Art Déco Gueridon / Sidetable in The Shape of a Tulip

$4,943

H 23.63 in W 23.63 in D 15.75 in

Elegant Black High Gloss Art Déco Gueridon / Sidetable in The Shape of a Tulip

Located in Salzburg, AT

Elegant Art Deco gueridon / side table in a glossy black lacquered finish. This piece is made

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2010s German Art Deco Gueridon

Materials

Beech, Lacquer

Custom Porcelain Dining Table with Distressed Silver Leaf Tulip Bases Carrocel

$18,950

H 30 in W 120 in D 50 in

Custom Porcelain Dining Table with Distressed Silver Leaf Tulip Bases Carrocel

By Carrocel

Located in North York, ON

Custom porcelain dining table with distressed silver leaf tulip bases by Carrocel. Featuring black

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2010s American Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Metal, Silver Leaf

Diamond Tulip Center Table, 1 of 1 by Grzegorz Majka

$27,892 / item

H 17.72 in W 31.5 in D 31.5 in

Diamond Tulip Center Table, 1 of 1 by Grzegorz Majka

By Grzegorz Majka

Located in Geneve, CH

The diamond tulip center table, 1 of 1 by Grzegorz Majka Edition 1 of 1 Dimensions: 31.50 x 31.50 x

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2010s Polish Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Onyx, Marble

1970s Chromecraft Smoked Lucite Tulip Chairs Dining Table, Set of 5

$8,950 / set

H 29 in W 60 in D 46 in

1970s Chromecraft Smoked Lucite Tulip Chairs Dining Table, Set of 5

By Chrome Craft

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning, timeless, smoked oval glass dining table

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets

Materials

Steel

Marble Oval Tulip Dining or Conference Table Muller's of Mexico with Brass Inlay

$14,381Sale Price|35% Off

H 28.35 in W 94.49 in D 47.25 in

Marble Oval Tulip Dining or Conference Table Muller's of Mexico with Brass Inlay

By Muller of Mexico

Located in Landshut, BY

sculpted in the form of a tulip.The table's top has been meticulously crafted from marble veneer slices

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Vintage 1970s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Marble, Brass

MCM Stemlite Tulip Base Table Lamp with Smoked Glass Globe by Design Line Inc.

$1,825

H 20 in W 9 in D 9 in

MCM Stemlite Tulip Base Table Lamp with Smoked Glass Globe by Design Line Inc.

By Design Line

Located in Dekalb, IL

c. 1950s-1960s; Stemlite by Design Line Inc. - El Segundo, CA Mid-century modern table lamp by

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Enamel

Pair Yasha Heifetz Carved Cerused Oak "Tulip Leaf" Table Lamps, 1950's

$2,500 / set

H 20 in W 6.5 in D 4.5 in

Pair Yasha Heifetz Carved Cerused Oak "Tulip Leaf" Table Lamps, 1950's

By Yasha Heifetz

Located in Bainbridge, NY

Pair of Yasha Heifetz hand sculpted botanical cerused oak, black and brass table lamps, 1950's

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Pair of Hollywood Regency Brass Tulip Base Table Lamps by Charles Parker Co

$1,200 / set

H 19 in Dm 8 in

Pair of Hollywood Regency Brass Tulip Base Table Lamps by Charles Parker Co

By Charles Parker

Located in Bedford Hills, NY

These sleek lamps feature a "tulip" style base that flares out at the bottom, providing stability

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Vintage 1950s American Hollywood Regency Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Muller Frères Pair of Art Deco Doble Tulips Lamps

$3,286

H 21.86 in Dm 6.5 in

Muller Frères Pair of Art Deco Doble Tulips Lamps

By Muller Frères

Located in NANTES, FR

Large double art deco tulip lamp circa 1925 by Muller Frères. Wrought iron base decorated with

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Wrought Iron

Art Deco Lamp 2 Tulips Attributed to Genêt & Michon

$2,817

H 20.08 in W 18.12 in D 3.94 in

Art Deco Lamp 2 Tulips Attributed to Genêt & Michon

By Genet & Michon

Located in NANTES, FR

Art Deco Lamp 2 Tulips Attributed to Genêt & Michon Art deco lamp with two tulips around 1930

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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Wrought Iron

Margot chairs and Tulip dining table by Gastone Rinaldi for Rima, Italy, 1968

$9,391 / set

H 28.35 in Dm 47.25 in

Margot chairs and Tulip dining table by Gastone Rinaldi for Rima, Italy, 1968

By RIMA, Gastone Rinaldi

Located in modena, Emilia-Romagna

Wonderful set consisting of 4 chairs and table, designed by Gastone Rinaldi and produced by Rima in 1968. Each element was made of chrome-plated steel and is in excellent condition. ...

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Vintage 1960s Italian Space Age Dining Room Sets

Materials

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Italian Tole Potted Tulips Table Ornament

$395

H 11.13 in W 12.5 in D 6 in

Italian Tole Potted Tulips Table Ornament

Located in Riverdale, NY

Italian cold painted tole potted tulip table decoration. A white footed pot holds a symmetrical

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Vintage 1960s Italian Folk Art Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Metal

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Dunbar Tulip Table

Unavailable

H 23.25 in Dm 27.25 in

Dunbar Tulip Table

By Dunbar Furniture, Roger Sprunger

Located in Bronx, NY

Tulip table. This table has an interesting history with three substantial changes over its life between

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20th Century American Gueridon

Materials

Ash

Eero Saarinen, Black Marquina Top Tulip Table. Black Base

Unavailable

H 28.35 in W 77.96 in D 47.64 in

Eero Saarinen, Black Marquina Top Tulip Table. Black Base

By Eero Saarinen, Knoll

Located in Milan, IT

A Eero Saarinen stunning pedestal dining table, custom black Marquina Marble Saarinen (b.1910-d

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Early 2000s Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Marble

1970s Pair of Rougier Tulip Table Lamps-Rare Coloration Pink and Black

Unavailable

H 19.25 in W 13.25 in D 14 in

1970s Pair of Rougier Tulip Table Lamps-Rare Coloration Pink and Black

By Roger Rougier

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Gorgeous Luxe 1970s pair of Roger Rougier Lucite Tulip table lamps in the most beautiful coloration

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Mid-20th Century Canadian Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Acrylic, Lucite

Signed Rougier White Resin Tulip Design with Black Wood & Brass Base Table Lamp

Unavailable

H 25 in W 11 in D 11 in

Signed Rougier White Resin Tulip Design with Black Wood & Brass Base Table Lamp

By Roger Rougier

Located in Houston, TX

Offered is a signed Mid-Century Modern Rougier white resin tulip form design with black wood and

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Late 20th Century Canadian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Brass

Russell Woodard Aluminum Metal Base and Black Marble Tulip Coffee Table 1960s

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H 16 in W 26 in D 26 in

Russell Woodard Aluminum Metal Base and Black Marble Tulip Coffee Table 1960s

By Russell Woodard

Located in Hawthorne, CA

Russell Woodard aluminum base tulip coffee table. Round dark marble top with light white veining

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble, Aluminum

Tulip table by Eero Saarinen/Knoll International fantastic ex 107 cm

Unavailable

H 28.35 in Dm 42.13 in

Tulip table by Eero Saarinen/Knoll International fantastic ex 107 cm

By Knoll, Knoll, Eero Saarinen

Located in Djurhamn, SE

table design Tulip. A design that follows the same design language as the Executive chair and The Arch

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Vintage 1950s American Scandinavian Modern Pedestals

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern, Hand-Blown Glass Tulip Table Lamp

Unavailable

H 20.08 in Dm 11.42 in

Mid-Century Modern, Hand-Blown Glass Tulip Table Lamp

By Esther Patterson

Located in Wirksworth, Derbyshire

This tulip table lamp shows off its masculine presence but with the balancing influence of a

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21st Century and Contemporary English Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Blown Glass

Rare Tulip Poplar Butterfly Table in Original Surface, New York, circa 1730

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H 26.5 in W 16 in D 38 in

Rare Tulip Poplar Butterfly Table in Original Surface, New York, circa 1730

Located in Providence, RI

. Butterfly tables are very rare, and there are a lot of fakes or highly restored examples. This, however, is

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Antique Early 18th Century North American William and Mary Side Tables

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Poplar

"The Diamond Tulip" Center Table ft. Antigue Brown Granite and Glass

Unavailable

H 17.72 in Dm 31.5 in

"The Diamond Tulip" Center Table ft. Antigue Brown Granite and Glass

By Grzegorz Majka

Located in London, GB

The Diamond collection proves that everything is possible. It goes beyond the stereotypical thinking that stone is such a heavy and demanding material that could not be processed in ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Polish Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Mid Century Modern Eero Saarinen Black Tulip Table w/ Removable Tinted Glass Top

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H 20 in W 11 in D 11 in

Mid Century Modern Eero Saarinen Black Tulip Table w/ Removable Tinted Glass Top

By Eero Saarinen

Located in Chicago, IL

Mid Century Modern Eero Saarinen Black Tulip Table with Removable Tinted Glass Top The Mid Century

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Metal

Knoll Style Circular Black Tulip Table

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H 29 in Dm 47 in

Knoll Style Circular Black Tulip Table

By Eero Saarinen

Located in Astoria, NY

Knoll style circular tulip table in the manner of Eero Saarinen (Finnish, 1910-1961) with brnize

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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Granite, Metal

Knoll Saarinen Tulip Table with Black Marble

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H 28.5 in Dm 42 in

Knoll Saarinen Tulip Table with Black Marble

By Eero Saarinen, Knoll

Located in Palm Springs, CA

A lovely Knoll Tulip table designed by Eero Saarinen. It features a beautifully grained black

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20th Century American Dining Room Tables

Materials

Marble, Aluminum

Tulip table with black marble - Eero Saarinen 2020

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H 28.75 in Dm 53.94 in

Tulip table with black marble - Eero Saarinen 2020

Located in Saint ouen, FR

Tulip table with black marble - Eero Saarinen Tulip Table - Eero Saarinen Knoll Edition 2020, new

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2010s Center Tables

Materials

Marble

Cabin Modern Walnut Black Tulip Dining Table

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H 28 in Dm 48 in

Cabin Modern Walnut Black Tulip Dining Table

By Knoll, Eero Saarinen

Located in Hyattsville, MD

. Tulip Dining Table.

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Walnut

Eero Saarinen Black Marble Tulip Table by Knoll

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H 28.25 in W 96 in D 54 in

Eero Saarinen Black Marble Tulip Table by Knoll

By Eero Saarinen, Knoll

Located in Highland, IN

This large Saarinen tulip is striking for it's size and black on black colorway. The Classic design

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

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Marble, Aluminum

Eero Saarinen Black Marble, Tulip Side Table, Knoll International 1958

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H 20.28 in Dm 16.03 in

Eero Saarinen Black Marble, Tulip Side Table, Knoll International 1958

By Eero Saarinen, Knoll

Located in Munster, NRW

Very nice sidetable, black enameled tulip foot with black marble top. Eero saarinen for knoll

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Vintage 1950s American Side Tables

Materials

Marble

Mid-Century Chromcraft Black Lucite Tulip Table, and Six Swivel Tulip Chairs

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H 28.5 in W 60 in L 28.5 in

Mid-Century Chromcraft Black Lucite Tulip Table, and Six Swivel Tulip Chairs

By Chromcraft

Located in West Hartford, CT

Rare and sought after atomic midcentury dining room set with an oval table and six swiveling tulip

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets

Materials

Metal

Sculptural Mid-Century Modernist "Tulip" Table in Black Lacquer

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H 20.5 in Dm 19 in

Sculptural Mid-Century Modernist "Tulip" Table in Black Lacquer

By Eero Saarinen

Located in New York, NY

This sophisticated table in the manner of Eero Saarinen in lustrous black features a lacquer top

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Iron

Vintage Black Marble Top Tables With Red Metal Tulip Bases

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H 20.48 in Dm 20.08 in

Vintage Black Marble Top Tables With Red Metal Tulip Bases

Located in London, GB

A pair of Luxurious Mid Century black marquina marble rounded top tulip side tables that have

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Marble

WILA Tulip Table Lamps

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H 23.75 in Dm 9 in

WILA Tulip Table Lamps

By Eero Saarinen

Located in Cincinnati, OH

A pair of tulip based satin white table lamps with pull cord switch and black barrel shades

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Mid-20th Century German Modern Table Lamps

Mid-20th Century Arkana Dining Table Tulip Black Top

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H 28.35 in Dm 47.64 in

Mid-20th Century Arkana Dining Table Tulip Black Top

By Arkana Furniture

Located in London, GB

Mid-20th century Arkana dining table with an aluminium base and rare black ash top.

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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

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Aluminum

Pair of Eero Saarinen Black Carrara Marble Tulip Side Tables by Knoll

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H 20.5 in W 23 in D 15.5 in

Pair of Eero Saarinen Black Carrara Marble Tulip Side Tables by Knoll

By Eero Saarinen, Knoll

Located in Red Lion, PA

Tulip side tables designed by Eero Saarinen. Produced by Knoll International in America. Base in

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Vintage 1960s Side Tables

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Carrara Marble, Iron

Saarinen for Knoll 16” Tulip Table in Black Nero Marquina Satin

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H 20.5 in Dm 16 in

Saarinen for Knoll 16” Tulip Table in Black Nero Marquina Satin

By Eero Saarinen, Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Eero Saarinen for Knoll 16" Nero marquina Marble Satin Side Table. Overall clean condition with

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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Marble

Eero Saarinen Knoll Tulip Table, Rare Black Quarzit, 1980s

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H 28.35 in W 35.44 in D 35.44 in

Eero Saarinen Knoll Tulip Table, Rare Black Quarzit, 1980s

By Eero Saarinen, Knoll

Located in Aachen, NW

Fine and very nice tulip dining table by Eero Saarinen for Knoll International. Table is perfect

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Vintage 1980s Italian Dining Room Tables

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Quartz, Aluminum

Eero Saarinen for Knoll Oval Tulip Table in Oak and Black

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H 20 in W 22 in D 15 in

Eero Saarinen for Knoll Oval Tulip Table in Oak and Black

By Eero Saarinen, Knoll

Located in Palm Springs, CA

A beautiful example of an iconic design, this tulip table by Eero Saarinen is just stunning in this

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21st Century and Contemporary American Side Tables

Materials

Metal

Italian modern marble and black metal Tulip table, Eero Saarinen for Knoll 1960s

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H 14.57 in Dm 47.25 in

Italian modern marble and black metal Tulip table, Eero Saarinen for Knoll 1960s

By Eero Saarinen, Knoll

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian modern marble and black metal Tulip table by Eero Saarinen for Knoll, 1960s Tulip model

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Modern Tables

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Marble, Metal

1930s Tulip Shaped Console Table in Black Piano Lacquer Art Deco France

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H 32.29 in W 39.38 in L 32.29 in

1930s Tulip Shaped Console Table in Black Piano Lacquer Art Deco France

Located in Ulm, DE

Black high gloss piano lacquered console table. Original tulip-shaped foot with a new tabletop

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Console Tables

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Lacquer

Eero Saarinen Tulip Base & Black Carrera Marble Dining Table

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H 28 in Dm 47 in

Eero Saarinen Tulip Base & Black Carrera Marble Dining Table

By Eero Saarinen

Located in Bedford Hills, NY

black on black knoll round dining table designed by eero saarinen. italian production, aluminum

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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

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Marble, Aluminum

Black Marble Eero Saarinen for Knoll 'Tulip' Pedestal Dining Table, Signed

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H 28.5 in Dm 54 in L 28.5 in

Black Marble Eero Saarinen for Knoll 'Tulip' Pedestal Dining Table, Signed

By Knoll, Eero Saarinen

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This 54" round black marble Eero Saarinen for Knoll 'Tulip' pedestal dining table is perfect for

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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Marble, Iron

Midcentury Modern Sculptural Tulip Coffee Table with Black Slate Top

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H 14.5 in Dm 42 in

Midcentury Modern Sculptural Tulip Coffee Table with Black Slate Top

Located in Lambertville, NJ

Sleek Mid-Century Modern cocktail table featuring a black painted aluminum metal tulip pedestal

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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Slate, Metal, Aluminum

Sleek Modern Black and White Knoll Round Tulip Dining Table

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H 28.5 in Dm 54 in L 28.5 in

Sleek Modern Black and White Knoll Round Tulip Dining Table

By Eero Saarinen

Located in Houston, TX

White toped Knoll tulip dining table with a sleek black aluminum base designed by Eero Saarinen

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1990s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Table “Tulip” Designed by Eero Saarinen for Knoll International

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H 27.96 in Dm 51.19 in L 27.96 in

Table “Tulip” Designed by Eero Saarinen for Knoll International

By Eero Saarinen

Located in Stockholm, SE

Table “Tulip” designed by Eero Saarinen for Knoll International, The USA, 1956. Marble and

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Vintage 1950s American Modern Tables

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Marble, Aluminum

Oval Black Glass Table & Full Length Mirror on Tulip Foot

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H 29.53 in W 59.06 in D 29.53 in

Oval Black Glass Table & Full Length Mirror on Tulip Foot

Located in London, GB

by a simple hand movement it reveals a vanity mirror. The black glass table top trimmed with a

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Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Metal, Chrome

Early Round Tulip Dining Table by Eero Saarinen, Black Granite Top

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H 28 in Dm 42 in L 28 in

Early Round Tulip Dining Table by Eero Saarinen, Black Granite Top

By Knoll, Eero Saarinen

Located in Kansas City, MO

Early production 42 inch round pedestal dining table designed by Eero Saarinen and manufactured by

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Vintage 1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

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Eero Saarinen for Knoll Knoll Tulip Table with Black Marble Top and White Base

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H 20.5 in Dm 16 in

Eero Saarinen for Knoll Knoll Tulip Table with Black Marble Top and White Base

By Knoll, Eero Saarinen

Located in Dallas, TX

Classic Knoll tulip side table in Nero Maquina marble top with white base.

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20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Marble, Metal

Vintage Black Marble Tulip Oval Dining Table By Eero Saarinen For Knoll, 1970s

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H 28.75 in W 77.96 in D 47.64 in

Vintage Black Marble Tulip Oval Dining Table By Eero Saarinen For Knoll, 1970s

By Eero Saarinen, Knoll

Located in ABCOUDE, UT

Nice oval shaped vintage black on black marble tulip dining table, designed by Eero Saarinen for

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Vintage 1960s Dining Room Tables

Materials

Marble, Metal

Tulip Table in black laminate by Eero Saarinen for Knoll International

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H 28.35 in W 96.07 in D 53.94 in

Tulip Table in black laminate by Eero Saarinen for Knoll International

By Knoll, Eero Saarinen

Located in amstelveen, NL

Tulip dining table by Finnish designer Eero Saarinen for Knoll International. The table has a

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Saarinen and Knoll Styled Tulip Dining Table

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Saarinen and Knoll Styled Tulip Dining Table

By Bill Burke

Located in Cincinnati, OH

A Saarinen and Knoll styled tulip dining table with black base and faux walnut top and dark rubber

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Art Deco Book-Matched Walnut & Black Lacquered Base Tulip Form Glass Side Tables

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Art Deco Book-Matched Walnut & Black Lacquered Base Tulip Form Glass Side Tables

Located in New York, NY

This pair of streamline Art Deco Tulip Form End Tables originate from the United States, Circa 1935

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Vintage Saarinen Tulip Table by Knoll

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Vintage Saarinen Tulip Table by Knoll

Located in Hopewell, NJ

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Handmade Cast Brass Tulip Table with Bronze Patina

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Handmade Cast Brass Tulip Table with Bronze Patina

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Located in London, London

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Oval "Tulip" Dining Table with Black Marble Top by Eero Saarinen for Knoll

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H 28.75 in W 77.96 in D 47.64 in

Oval "Tulip" Dining Table with Black Marble Top by Eero Saarinen for Knoll

By Knoll, Eero Saarinen

Located in Karis, Nyland

and a timeless addition to your home—a true Classic. This table seats 6-8 people. Black enameled

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Early 2000s North American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

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Modern Tulip Bedside Table Lamp or Desk Lamp by Designline in Black

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H 13.5 in Dm 9 in

Modern Tulip Bedside Table Lamp or Desk Lamp by Designline in Black

By Laurel Lamp Company, Design Line

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A gorgeous tulip form table lamp, desk lamp or bedside lamp. It features a satin black cast

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2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Large early 60" Eero Saarinen tulip table by Knoll with black base

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H 28 in Dm 60 in

Large early 60" Eero Saarinen tulip table by Knoll with black base

By Eero Saarinen, Knoll

Located in Highland, IN

A spectacular example of an icon of modern design, this early production Saarinen tulip table has

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

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Metal

Tiffany Studios New York "Tulip" Table Lamp

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H 31 in Dm 22 in

Tiffany Studios New York "Tulip" Table Lamp

By Tiffany Studios

Located in New York, NY

Tiffany Studios "Tulip" lamp, decorated with red tulips on a multicolored green leaf

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Tulip Table by Eero Saarinen with Marquina Marble

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H 27.96 in W 47.25 in D 47.25 in

Tulip Table by Eero Saarinen with Marquina Marble

By Eero Saarinen

Located in MADRID, ES

edge, this table is distinguished by its tulip-shaped leg made of cast aluminium and black lacquered

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Vintage 1950s American Dining Room Tables

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1980s Red Tulip Table Lamp by Bliss, UK

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H 19.69 in W 5.91 in L 19.69 in

1980s Red Tulip Table Lamp by Bliss, UK

By Bliss

Located in Hastings, GB

Pop Art style tulip flower floor lamp in enameled metal by Bliss, UK 'bliss' designer tulip table

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Eero Saarinen Knoll Oval Tulip Dining Table 66x38" Blond Wood Top Black Base

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H 29.5 in W 66 in D 38 in

Eero Saarinen Knoll Oval Tulip Dining Table 66x38" Blond Wood Top Black Base

By Eero Saarinen, Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Signed and dated Eero Saarinen for Knoll oval Tulip dining table in blond wood with oval plastic

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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

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Aluminum

Eero Saarinen Knoll Oval Tulip Dining Table 66x38" Blond Wood Top Black Base

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Eero Saarinen Knoll Oval Tulip Dining Table 66x38" Blond Wood Top Black Base

By Eero Saarinen, Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Signed and dated Eero Saarinen for Knoll oval Tulip dining table in blond wood with oval plastic

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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

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Aluminum

Slate Top Tulip Table by Eero Saarinen for Knoll

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H 28.75 in Dm 42 in

Slate Top Tulip Table by Eero Saarinen for Knoll

By Eero Saarinen

Located in Dallas, TX

A slate top tulip table designed by Eero Saarinen for Knoll.

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Early 2000s Dining Room Tables

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Slate

Vintage Saarinen Style White Tulip Base Round Black Marble Top Coffee Table

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H 15 in Dm 36 in

Vintage Saarinen Style White Tulip Base Round Black Marble Top Coffee Table

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage Saarinen style white tulip base 36" round black marble top coffee table. Item features

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Pair of Side Tables Mod Tulip Designed by Eero Saarinen for Knoll

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Pair of Side Tables Mod Tulip Designed by Eero Saarinen for Knoll

By Knoll, Eero Saarinen

Located in Ibiza, Spain

Pair of coffee tables model "Tulip" designed by Eero Saarinen and edited by Knoll International

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1957 Tulip Base Dining Table by Eero Saarinen for Knoll

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H 30 in W 44 in D 44 in

1957 Tulip Base Dining Table by Eero Saarinen for Knoll

By Knoll

Located in Surrey, BC

1957 tulip base dining table. Signed base with custom 44 inch marble top.

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Vintage 1950s Canadian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

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A rare Pair of gold painted iron tulips table lamps

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A rare Pair of gold painted iron tulips table lamps

Located in London, GB

A wonderful large pair of table lamps ,gold painted textured iron with intricate details . Supplied

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Pair of Mid-Century Modern 1960s Arkana Tulip Chrome Base Side End Lamp Tables

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Pair of Mid-Century Modern 1960s Arkana Tulip Chrome Base Side End Lamp Tables

By Arkana Furniture

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely pair of original 1960s A Arkana Tulip side tables

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Atomic Modern Westclox Vintage Tulip Pedestal Clock Black & White, 1960s

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H 8.5 in Dm 4.5 in

Atomic Modern Westclox Vintage Tulip Pedestal Clock Black & White, 1960s

By Westclox

Located in Chula Vista, CA

Atomic Age Westclox vintage pedestal tulip table clock in black & white Mid-Century Modern 1960s

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Chromcraft Atomic Mid-Century Modern Smoked Lucite Glass Table & 4 Tulip Chairs

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H 29.25 in Dm 42 in

Chromcraft Atomic Mid-Century Modern Smoked Lucite Glass Table & 4 Tulip Chairs

By Chromcraft

Located in Dayton, OH

Chromcraft Saarinen smoked Lucite table set, circa 1970s. Features four tulip chairs and amber

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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets

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Glass, Lucite

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Black Tulip Table For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal black tulip table for your home. A black tulip table — often made from metal, glass and stone — can elevate any home. There are 14 variations of the antique or vintage black tulip table you’re looking for, while we also have 6 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without a black tulip table — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right black tulip table, those designed in mid-century modern, modern and Art Deco styles are of considerable interest. Eero Saarinen, Knoll and Design Line each produced at least one beautiful black tulip table that is worth considering.

How Much is a Black Tulip Table?

Prices for a black tulip table can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $267 and can go as high as $46,350, while the average can fetch as much as $2,754.

Questions About Black Tulip Table

Are tulip tables sturdy?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
With a cast iron or aluminum alloy base, rest assured, the tulip table is indeed sturdy. With its centrally-placed leg, the style of the table was designed to be functional and structurally solid. You’ll find a variety of tulip tables from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
How can I tell if a tulip table is real?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Eero Saarinen tulip tables are beloved by interior designers worldwide, and there are some key things to look for to ensure your table is authentic. Examine the base of the chairs and table and confirm they're made from one piece of cast aluminum with no visible seams. Tulip tables have been crafted from various materials over the years, but never plastic. You can also turn the table over to look for a Knoll Inc. tag, though some vintage tables may not have this. On 1stDibs, you'll find a collection of authentic Eero Saarinen tulip furniture from some of the world's top sellers.
What era are tulip tables from?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
Tulip tables are from the mid-century modern era. Finnish-American architect and furniture maker Eero Saarinen created the table in 1956 as part of the Pedestal collection of chairs and stools. The Pedestal table and its accompanying Tulip armchairs and armless chairs comprised cast-aluminum bases (“Tulip” became a common descriptor for all of the furnishings in the collection). Each table, stool and chair was crafted with a single, tapered cylindrical leg that descends to a base that flares into a circle, giving the illusion of being one piece. The series was designed for Knoll Inc. On 1stDibs, find vintage Tulip tables from some of the world’s top sellers.
What is a tulip table?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
A tulip table is a dining table or occasional table of a certain shape. It’s typically characterized by a slender stem-like pedestal base and a round tabletop. Its name is drawn from the name given to chairs that are part of a collection that Finnish-American designer and architect Eero Saarinen created for iconic mid-century furniture manufacturer Knoll during the 1950s.

The tables in Saarinen’s acclaimed series were called Pedestal tables, while the chairs were called Tulip chairs, armless or not, owing to their flower bulb-like shape. Today, design lovers everywhere frequently refer to Saarinen's Pedestal tables as tulip tables, and any table that looks like a Pedestal table is generally referred to as a tulip table, whether or not Saarinen had anything to do with it.

Find vintage Eero Saarinen tables on 1stDibs.
Why is it called a tulip table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
The Tulip table is called that because it matches the Tulip chair. With its tapered shape, the seat of the chair resembles a tulip flower. Eero Saarinen designed both the Tulip chair and the Tulip table. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Tulip tables.
What chairs work with a Tulip Table?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
Many chairs can work with a Tulip table. The Tulip armchair, for example, was part of Eero Saarinen’s Pedestal collection of armless chairs, stools, Tulip side tables and more. The series, produced for Knoll, was a mid-century modernist exercise in simplifying, and Tulip chairs, with their curvy contours, match Tulip side tables and Pedestal dining tables very well. However, you can also try other mid-century modern chairs to see what works best in your space. Shop a collection of mid-century modern dining chairs on 1stDibs.
How can you tell a real Saarinen Tulip table?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
To tell a real Saarinen Tulip table, look under the tabletop. Authentic Saarinen tables will usually feature a label bearing the Knoll Industries name and a metal plaque that features Eero Saarinen's signature. The style of these tags and labels has changed over the years, but you can find pictures of them on the pages of trusted online resources to compare to the markings on your table. Materials can also be useful when authenticating Tulip tables. Authentic tables will have cast aluminum bases. A wood or plastic base is a good indication that the table is a replica, as is a plastic top rather than one made of wood, laminate or natural stone. If you're still unsure about the authenticity of your piece, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can assist you. Find a selection of Eero Saarinen Tulip tables on 1stDibs.
Is a tulip table mid century modern?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Yes, the tulip table is considered a mid-century modern design. This table shape has become an iconic statement of the era with a simple sculptural attitude and a practical nature. The first tulip table was created by Eero Saarinen, a noted Finnish designer who was a leader in mid-century modern home decor. Shop a collection of Saarinen furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What color chairs go with a black table?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
There are multiple chair colors that can be matched with a black table, it’s really a matter of preference. You could choose to go with black or a contrasting color or even think outside the box in order to add unlikely pops of color to a space. Visit 1stDibs for a wide selection of chairs and tables available in different colors.

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