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 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.

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 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.

How can I tell if a table lamp is vintage?

There are a few ways to identify if your table lamp is vintage, but it does vary from brand to brand. If you can spot a maker’s mark or manufacturer’s label on your piece, it could tell you where and when it was crafted. On 1stDibs, find vintage and contemporary table lamps from top sellers around the world.

Vintage Tulip Table

Vintage Tulip Coffee Table

Located in Austin, TX

Coffee table from France in the manner of Knoll with a circular top finished with a white laminated

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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tulip Table

Materials

Metal

Vintage Tulip Coffee Table

$3,250

H 15 in Dm 36 in

French Vintage Tulip Coffee Table

Located in Austin, TX

Coffee table from France with a uniquely shaped, a-symmetrical top. This piece has a vinyl white

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1980s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tulip Table

Materials

Metal

French Vintage Tulip Coffee Table

$4,850

H 13 in W 53.5 in D 38.25 in

Vintage Saarinen Style White Tulip Table

By Eero Saarinen, Knoll

Located in Brooklyn, NY

An iconic Mid-Century Modern white tulip dining table, inspired by the revolutionary designs of

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Late 20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tulip Table

Materials

Metal

Vintage Saarinen Style White Tulip Table

$1,200

H 28 in Dm 47.25 in

Vintage Tulip Side Table 1960 Scandinavian

By Eero Saarinen

Located in Den Haag, NL

Very nice tulip side table. Solid steel base, comes with a Laminated top. 1960s.

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1960s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tulip Table

Materials

Laminate

Vintage Tulip Side Table 1960 Scandinavian

$777

H 18.51 in Dm 17.72 in

Vintage Eero Saarinen for Knoll Tulip Table

By Eero Saarinen, Knoll

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Elevate your space with this iconic Mid-Century Modern Eero Saarinen Tulip Table for Knoll. Known

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tulip Table

Materials

Metal

Vintage Eero Saarinen for Knoll Tulip Table

$2,950

H 29 in W 48 in D 48 in

Pair of Vintage Italian Alabaster Tulip Table Lamps

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Pair of vintage floral table lamps. Each fashioned as a bouquet of three alabaster tulips with gilt

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1960s Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Tulip Table

Materials

Alabaster, Metal

Pair of Vintage Italian Alabaster Tulip Table Lamps

$2,250 / set

H 20 in Dm 8 in

Vintage Saarinen Style Mid Century Tulip Dining Table

By Eero Saarinen

Located in Baltimore, MD

Eero Saarinen Style Burke mid century expanding tulip base dining table. Feature simulated white

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tulip Table

Materials

Metal

Vintage Saarinen Style Mid Century Tulip Dining Table

$2,375

H 28.88 in W 82.25 in D 35.75 in

Vintage Eero Saarinen Model 174W Tulip Dining Table

By Eero Saarinen

Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO

To accompany his famous Tulip chair design, Eero Saarinen designed the Tulip table. A simple design

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tulip Table

Materials

Steel

Vintage Eero Saarinen Model 174W Tulip Dining Table

$5,800

H 26 in Dm 54 in

Vintage Tulip Coffee Table by Eero Saarinen for Knoll

By Knoll, Eero Saarinen

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A vintage coffee table by Eero Saarinen for Knoll with white tulip base and laminate top. This icon

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tulip Table

Materials

Metal

Vintage Tulip Coffee Table by Eero Saarinen for Knoll

$1,925

H 15 in W 36 in D 36 in

Vintage Metal Tulip Base Round Marble Top Dining Table

Located in Pasadena, TX

This table has a metal tulip base with a Marble Top. 24”x24x”x22”

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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tulip Table

Materials

Marble

Vintage Metal Tulip Base Round Marble Top Dining Table

$3,720

H 22 in W 24 in D 24 in

Vintage Decorative Drop Leaf End Table With Carved Tulip Cutout.

Located in Seattle, WA

Side Table with one Lower lower shelf. Drop leaf decorative, does not go up. Carved Tulip on two

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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tulip Table

Materials

Wood

Vintage Decorative Drop Leaf End Table With Carved Tulip Cutout.

$265

H 22 in W 22 in D 13 in

Vintage Eero Saarinen for Knoll White Oval Tulip Cocktail Table 1957

By Eero Saarinen, Knoll

Located in Chicago, IL

Vintage Eero Saarinen for Knoll White Oval Tulip Cocktail Table 1957 A classic mid-century design

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1950s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tulip Table

Materials

Iron

Vintage Eero Saarinen for Knoll White Oval Tulip Cocktail Table 1957

$4,200

H 15.25 in W 42 in D 27.5 in

Vintage Hollywood Regency Gold Tall Candlestick Lantern Tulip Shade Table Lamp

Located in Philadelphia, PA

. Vintage Hollywood Regency Gold Tall Candlestick Lantern Tulip Table Lamp with White Slag Glass Shades

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Late 20th Century Unknown Hollywood Regency Vintage Tulip Table

Materials

Metal

Vintage Hollywood Regency Gold Tall Candlestick Lantern Tulip Shade Table Lamp

$1,500

H 44.5 in W 11 in D 11 in

Vintage Eero Saarinen Knoll Marble Oval Top Tulip Side Table

By Eero Saarinen

Located in Doraville, GA

A vintage Saarinen marble oval top side table, the top is Arabescato marble. This table was

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tulip Table

Materials

Carrara Marble, Iron

Vintage Eero Saarinen Knoll Marble Oval Top Tulip Side Table

$2,600

H 20.38 in W 22.88 in D 15.38 in

VINTAGE 1960s ARKANA TULIP DINING MARBLE TOP TABLE BY MAURICE BURKE

Located in Pulborough, GB

Antiques of London This striking mid-century tulip-style table, designed by Maurice Burke for

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20th Century British Vintage Tulip Table

Materials

Carrara Marble

VINTAGE 1960s ARKANA TULIP DINING MARBLE TOP TABLE BY MAURICE BURKE

$2,677

H 29.34 in Dm 47.25 in

Vintage Scandinavian MidCentury Modern Dining Table with Chrome Metal Tulip Leg.

Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie

fiberglass, lacquered white. The base is a metal tulip leg. The table is for 5 persons. This table is in

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1970s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Tulip Table

Materials

Metal

Vintage Scandinavian MidCentury Modern Dining Table with Chrome Metal Tulip Leg.

$1,555 Sale Price

20% Off

H 29.14 in W 39.38 in D 39.38 in

Vintage French Style Cut Crystal Glass Etched "Tulip Flower" Brass Table Lamp

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage French Style Cut Crystal Glass "Tulip Flower" Etched Brass Table Lamp. Circa Late 20th

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Late 20th Century Unknown Other Vintage Tulip Table

Materials

Brass

Vintage French Style Cut Crystal Glass Etched "Tulip Flower" Brass Table Lamp

$550

H 37 in W 6.5 in D 6.5 in

Vintage Italian Hollywood Regency Gold Gilt Iron White Tulip Flower Table Lamp

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage Italian Hollywood Regency Leafy Gold Gilt Iron White Tulip Flower Table Lamp. Circa Mid

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Mid-20th Century Unknown Hollywood Regency Vintage Tulip Table

Materials

Iron

Vintage Italian Hollywood Regency Gold Gilt Iron White Tulip Flower Table Lamp

$1,250

H 41.5 in W 15 in D 15 in

Vintage Mid Century Modern Glass Shade Walnut Tulip Leaf Tall Table Lamp

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage Mid Century Modern Glass Shade Walnut Tulip Leaf Tall Table Lamp with Various Illumination

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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tulip Table

Materials

Glass

Vintage Mid Century Modern Glass Shade Walnut Tulip Leaf Tall Table Lamp

$595

H 40 in W 12 in D 9 in

Vintage Murano Art Glass Mid Century Italian Modern White Tulip Table Lamp

By Vintage Murano Gallery

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage Murano Art Glass Mid Century Italian Modern White and Purple Tulip Table Lamp. Circa Late

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Late 20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tulip Table

Materials

Glass

Vintage Murano Art Glass Mid Century Italian Modern White Tulip Table Lamp

$750

H 18 in W 8.5 in D 8.5 in

Eero Saarinen for Knoll Vintage Tulip Coffee Table in Verdi Alpi Marble

By Knoll, Eero Saarinen

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Spectacular vintage Tulip coffee table designed by Eero Saarinen for Knoll. Circa 1970s production

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tulip Table

Materials

Marble

Eero Saarinen for Knoll Vintage Tulip Coffee Table in Verdi Alpi Marble

$7,500

H 16 in W 54 in D 36 in

Vintage Mid Century Modern Walnut Tulip Flower Glass Shade Table Lamps - a Pair

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage Mid Century Modern Walnut Tulip Flower Green & Amber Glass Shade Brass Table Lamps with

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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tulip Table

Materials

Brass

Vintage Mid Century Modern Walnut Tulip Flower Glass Shade Table Lamps - a Pair

$1,650 / set

H 28 in W 10 in D 7.5 in

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Pedestal Tulip Walnut Coffee Table by Knoll Associate

By Knoll

Located in Houston, TX

A 1950s original pedestal tulip coffee table with a walnut top by Eero Saarinen for Knoll

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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tulip Table

Materials

Laminate

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Pedestal Tulip Walnut Coffee Table by Knoll Associate

$2,200 Sale Price

20% Off

H 15 in W 36 in D 36 in

Vintage Tulip Side Table with Oval Walnut Top by Eero Saarinen for Knoll

By Knoll, Eero Saarinen

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Vintage tulip side table with a stunning oval top in walnut designed by Eero Saarinen for Knoll

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tulip Table

Materials

Walnut

Vintage Tulip Side Table with Oval Walnut Top by Eero Saarinen for Knoll

$1,850

H 20.5 in W 22.5 in D 15.25 in

Newly Refinished - Pair of Vintage Multi-Wood Tulip Style Side Tables 2x

Located in Los Angeles, CA

, showcasing our passion and creativity for vintage designs that can seamlessly be incorporated with many

Category

1960s American Vintage Tulip Table

Materials

Wood

Newly Refinished - Pair of Vintage Multi-Wood Tulip Style Side Tables 2x

$750 / set

H 19 in W 18 in D 18 in

Vintage Eero Saarinen Off White Tulip Base Coffee Table Knoll Associates 1960s

By Eero Saarinen, Knoll

Located in Miami, FL

Classic Eero Saarinen Mid-Century Modern Tulip Coffee or Cocktail Table for Knoll, circa 1960

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tulip Table

Materials

Iron

Vintage Eero Saarinen Off White Tulip Base Coffee Table Knoll Associates 1960s

$2,100

H 15.75 in Dm 24 in

Tulip Circular Marble Top Side Table by Eero Saarinen Circa 1960s / 1970s

By Eero Saarinen

Located in New York, NY

Vintage Tulip circular side table designed by Eero Saarinen, attributed to Knoll circa 1960s or

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tulip Table

Materials

Marble, Steel

Tulip Circular Marble Top Side Table by Eero Saarinen Circa 1960s / 1970s

$1,200

H 20 in Dm 16 in

Eero Saarinen Tulip Oval Carrara Arabescato Marble Tulip Table for Knoll, 1967

By Eero Saarinen, Knoll

Located in Vicenza, IT

Tulip oval dining table designed by Eero Saarinen in 1957 and manufactured by Knoll in 1967

Category

1960s Italian Space Age Vintage Tulip Table

Materials

Carrara Marble

Eero Saarinen Tulip Oval Carrara Arabescato Marble Tulip Table for Knoll, 1967

$11,967

H 28.75 in W 47.64 in D 77.96 in

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Vintage Tulip Table Lamp by Robert Welch For Lumitron, 1970s

By Robert Welch

Located in Chesham, GB

A space age table/desk lamp designed in 1966 by Robert Welch and manufactured by Lumitron in

Category

1970s British Space Age Vintage Tulip Table

Materials

Metal

Vintage Tulip Table Lamp by Robert Welch For Lumitron, 1970s

H 21.66 in W 10.63 in D 10.63 in

Vintage Eero Saarinen "Tulip" Table and Four Chairs

By Eero Saarinen

Located in New York, NY

A "Tulip" Table and Four Chairs by Eero Saarinen. Circa 1960's Sold as a set

Category

1960s Italian Vintage Tulip Table

Materials

Marble

Vintage Eero Saarinen "Tulip" Table and Four Chairs

H 28.25 in Dm 54 in

1970s Vintage Knoll Verdi Alpi Marble Tulip Side Table by Eero Saarinen

By Eero Saarinen, Knoll

Located in Boston, MA

Eero Saarinen's Tulip side table for Knoll International, circa 1970s. White powder coated metal

Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tulip Table

Materials

Marble

1970s Vintage Knoll Verdi Alpi Marble Tulip Side Table by Eero Saarinen

H 20.25 in W 20 in D 20 in

Eero Saarinen for Knoll Early Walnut Dining Table 42", ca. 1960

By Eero Saarinen, Knoll

Located in Costa Mesa, CA

Eero Saarinen for Knoll Early Walnut Dining Table 42", ca. 1960. Original Early vintage tulip

Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tulip Table

Materials

Iron

Eero Saarinen for Knoll Early Walnut Dining Table 42", ca. 1960

H 29 in Dm 42 in

Chromecraft Smoked Glass and Lucite Oval Table (chairs already sold)

By Chromcraft

Located in Portland, OR

A fine vintage dining tulip table by Chromcraft including a ½” thick oval smoky glass top tulip

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tulip Table

Materials

Glass, Smoked Glass, Lucite

Chromecraft Smoked Glass and Lucite Oval Table (chairs already sold)

H 36.5 in W 23.5 in D 19.5 in

Rosenthal Studio Line Tulip Base Ceramic Table Lamp 1970 Germany

By Rosenthal

Located in Debrecen-Pallag, HU

Vintage tulip base Ceramic table lamp by Rosenthal Germany from the Studio Line series. Space age

Category

Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tulip Table

Materials

Ceramic

Rosenthal Studio Line Tulip Base Ceramic Table Lamp 1970 Germany

H 20.08 in Dm 12.21 in

Eero Saarinen Vintage Tulip table Knoll

Located in Chicago, IL

Painted cast aluminum base,laminate round top.

Category

1950s American Vintage Tulip Table

Materials

Aluminum

Eero Saarinen Vintage Tulip table Knoll

H 28.5 in Dm 54 in

Marble top side tables by Eero Saarinen for Knoll

Located in Dallas, TX

Vintage tulip tables with Carrera Gold marble tops. Designed by Eero Saarinen for Knoll. Priced

Category

1960s Vintage Tulip Table

Marble top side tables by Eero Saarinen for Knoll

H 20.5 in Dm 16 in

Marble Top Side Tables by Eero Saarinen for Knoll

Located in Dallas, TX

Vintage tulip tables with Carrera Gold marble tops. Designed by Eero Saarinen for Knoll. Priced

Category

1960s Vintage Tulip Table

Marble Top Side Tables by Eero Saarinen for Knoll

H 20.5 in Dm 16 in

Mid-Century Modern Tulip Table and Chairs by Burke

By Burke, Inc.

Located in Southampton, NJ

This is a great set of a vintage tulip table and propeller base chairs manufactured by Burke

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tulip Table

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern Tulip Table and Chairs by Burke

H 29 in Dm 42 in

Walnut Pedestal Table by Eero Saarinen for Knoll

By Knoll, Eero Saarinen

Located in Brooklyn, NY

wood top shows very little wear and has beautiful tone and grain. Overall a wonderful vintage tulip

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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tulip Table

Walnut Pedestal Table by Eero Saarinen for Knoll

H 28.75 in Dm 54 in

Eero Saarinen Knoll Tulip Table with Italian Calacatta Marble Top, 1960s

By Eero Saarinen

Located in Los Angeles, CA

. Exquisite vintage Tulip table by the iconic designer Eero Saarinen. This particular table is made by Knoll

Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tulip Table

Materials

Marble, Aluminum

Eero Saarinen Knoll Tulip Table with Italian Calacatta Marble Top, 1960s

H 28.35 in Dm 48 in

Vintage Tulip Eero Saarinen Table

By Knoll

Located in Austin, TX

Vintage Tulip Eero Saarinen table made by Knoll. This beautiful dining table is in pristine vintage

Category

1980s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tulip Table

Materials

Marble, Metal

Vintage Tulip Eero Saarinen Table

H 28.5 in W 96 in D 53.75 in

Vintage Space-Age tulip table

By Eero Saarinen

Located in Langemark-Poelkapelle, BE

Round marble tulip table 120 cm, after the well-known design by Eero Saarinen. Coated aluminum base

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Space Age Vintage Tulip Table

Materials

Marble, Aluminum

Vintage Space-Age tulip table

H 28.35 in W 47.25 in D 47.25 in

Vintage Knoll Saarinen Oval Tulip Table

By Eero Saarinen

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A vintage oval tulip table. Designed by Eero Saarinen and made by Knoll.

Category

20th Century American Vintage Tulip Table

Materials

Metal

Vintage Knoll Saarinen Oval Tulip Table

H 20.5 in W 22.5 in D 15 in

Vintage Saarinen Tulip Table by Knoll

Located in Hopewell, NJ

Classic midcentury round black acrylic and metal base Tulip table.

Category

1950s American Vintage Tulip Table

Vintage Saarinen Tulip Table by Knoll

H 28.75 in Dm 54 in

Vintage Saarinen Tulip Table for Knoll

By Knoll, Eero Saarinen

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage oval coffee table designed by Eero Saarinen and manufactured by Knoll International, this

Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tulip Table

Materials

Metal

Vintage Saarinen Tulip Table for Knoll

H 15.5 in W 54 in L 15.5 in

1960's Teak Vintage Tulip Coffee Table

Located in London, GB

A stylish and iconic vintage coffee table in teak with an off white metal tulip base. This was made

Category

1960s English Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tulip Table

Materials

Metal

1960's Teak Vintage Tulip Coffee Table

H 14 in W 26 in D 26 in

Arkana Tulip Dining Table Vintage, 1960’s

By Maurice Burke, Arkana Furniture

Located in London, GB

A stunning and very rare vintage dining table, designed by Maurice Burke for Arkana. This was made

Category

Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tulip Table

Materials

Wood

Arkana Tulip Dining Table Vintage, 1960’s

H 29 in W 48 in D 48 in

Vintage Knoll Tulip Side Table by Saarinen

Located in San Francisco, CA

Oval "Tulip" side table or occasional table with original paper label.

Category

1960s American Vintage Tulip Table

Vintage Knoll Tulip Side Table by Saarinen

H 20.25 in W 22.5 in D 15.25 in

Vintage Eero Saarinen for Knoll Tulip Dining Table

By Knoll, Eero Saarinen

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Vintage Eero Saarinen for Knoll Tulip dining table. Normal wear. Good laminate and base. Unsigned

Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tulip Table

Materials

Aluminum

Vintage Eero Saarinen for Knoll Tulip Dining Table

H 28.75 in W 42 in D 42 in

Early Vintage Eero Saarinen Tulip Table, Carrara Marble

By Knoll, Eero Saarinen

Located in Chicago, IL

Early Vintage Eero Saarinen Tulip Table, Carrara Marble with Cast Aluminum Base Signed underside

Category

1950s American Vintage Tulip Table

Materials

Carrara Marble

Early Vintage Eero Saarinen Tulip Table, Carrara Marble

H 28.25 in W 78 in D 48 in

Vintage Saarinen Marble Top Tulip Table by Knoll

By Eero Saarinen

Located in New York, NY

Tulip table designed by Eero Saarinen for Knoll--available in various sizes, including dining table

Category

1950s American Vintage Tulip Table

Materials

Metal

Vintage Saarinen Marble Top Tulip Table by Knoll

Dm 36 in

1960s Teak Vintage Tulip Dining Table by Arkana

By Maurice Burke

Located in London, GB

A stylish and iconic vintage dining table, designed by Maurice Burke for Arkana, dating from the

Category

1960s English Scandinavian Modern Vintage Tulip Table

Materials

Metal

1960s Teak Vintage Tulip Dining Table by Arkana

H 29 in W 36 in D 36 in

Midcentury Organic Modern Rattan Tulip Table, Vintage Bohemian Round Table

Located in Decatur, GA

Gorgeous vintage bohemian modern mushroom or tulip shaped table. Versatile size at Diameter 36

Category

1970s American Organic Modern Vintage Tulip Table

Materials

Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan, Glass

Midcentury Organic Modern Rattan Tulip Table, Vintage Bohemian Round Table

H 26 in Dm 36 in

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Globe Tulip Style Table Lamp

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Globe Tulip Style Table Lamp Original Vintage Condition Dimensions: 34

Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tulip Table

Materials

Metal

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Globe Tulip Style Table Lamp

H 34 in W 15 in D 15 in

Vintage Eero Saarinen Oval Rosewood Tulip Table For Knoll

By Eero Saarinen

Located in Amarillo, TX

A vintage oval tulip table in Rosewood. Designed by Eero Saarinen and made by Knoll.

Category

20th Century American Vintage Tulip Table

Materials

Metal

Vintage Eero Saarinen Oval Rosewood Tulip Table For Knoll

H 20.5 in W 22.5 in D 15 in

Vintage Round Tulip Coffee Table by Saarinen for Knoll

Located in New York, NY

Vintage "Tulip" coffee table by Saarinen for Knoll International. USA, circa 1960. Features a

Category

1960s American Vintage Tulip Table

Vintage Round Tulip Coffee Table by Saarinen for Knoll

H 16 in Dm 36 in

Vintage Round Tulip Coffee Table by Saarinen for Knoll

By Eero Saarinen

Located in New York, NY

Vintage "Tulip" coffee table by Saarinen for Knoll International. USA, circa 1960. Features a

Category

1960s American Vintage Tulip Table

Vintage Round Tulip Coffee Table by Saarinen for Knoll

H 15 in Dm 42 in

Vintage Round Tulip Coffee Table by Saarinen for Knoll

By Knoll, Eero Saarinen

Located in New York, NY

Vintage "Tulip" coffee table by Eero Saarinen for Knoll International. USA, circa 1960. Signed

Category

1960s American Vintage Tulip Table

Vintage Round Tulip Coffee Table by Saarinen for Knoll

H 15.5 in Dm 36 in

Mid 20th Century Vintage Coastal Woven Rattan Tulip Table

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This vintage coastal tulip table is a beautiful blend of classic design and natural materials

Category

Mid-20th Century Philippine Vintage Tulip Table

Materials

Rattan

Mid 20th Century Vintage Coastal Woven Rattan Tulip Table

H 30.25 in W 33 in D 33 in

Pair of Vintage Rosewood Tulip Side Tables by Arkana

By Arkana Furniture, Maurice Burke

Located in London, GB

A stylish and very well made pair of vintage tulip side tables by Arkana. They were designed by

Category

1960s British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tulip Table

Materials

Metal

Pair of Vintage Rosewood Tulip Side Tables by Arkana

H 20.08 in Dm 18.12 in

1970's Vintage Tulip Dining Table & Chairs by Chromcraft

By Chromcraft

Located in London, GB

A stunning and rare vintage dining table and chairs by American company Chromcraft. This was made

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tulip Table

Materials

Steel

1970's Vintage Tulip Dining Table & Chairs by Chromcraft

H 29 in W 60 in D 60 in

Pair of mid Century vintage white Laminate Tulip side end tables

By Eero Saarinen, Burke, Inc., Knoll

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Pair mid Century vintage white Laminate Tulip side tables. In the style of Knoll Tulip round end

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H 20 in Dm 18 in

Vintage Eero Saarinen Knoll Tulip Side Table with Wood Top

By Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage Eero Saarinen Knoll 20" Tulip Side Table with Wood Top. Item features a painted weighted

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H 20.5 in Dm 20 in

Vintage Tulip Dining Table by Eero Saarinen for Knoll

Located in New York, NY

A “tulip” white dining table with round laminate top and enameled cast iron pedestal base; designed

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Dm 48 in

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By Eero Saarinen

Located in Hopewell, NJ

White tulip table with four chairs and original seat cushions. Knoll label. Table measures 29

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Authentic Vintage Knoll Tulip Table and Four Saarinen Chairs

H 29 in Dm 42 in

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By Eero Saarinen, Knoll

Located in West Hartford, CT

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H 20 in Dm 16 in L 20 in

Vintage Tulip Dining Table by Eero Saarinen for Knoll

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Located in New York, NY

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Eero Saarinen White Vintage Tulip Side Table for Knoll, 1960

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Located in The Hague, NL

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By Arkana Furniture, Maurice Burke

Located in London, GB

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Vintage Tulip Dining / Conference Table by Eero Saarinen for Knoll

By Knoll, Eero Saarinen

Located in Dallas, TX

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H 28.75 in W 78 in D 48 in

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Located in Philadelphia, PA

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H 29 in Dm 42 in L 29 in

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Saarinen Style Tulip Kitchen Dinette Dining Table

By Eero Saarinen

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

For your consideration is this unmarked vintage Saarinen style laminate tulip dinette table

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Vintage Mid-Century Modern Saarinen Style Tulip Kitchen Dinette Dining Table

H 29 in Dm 53.75 in

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Located in Philadelphia, PA

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H 27 in W 24 in D 24 in

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By Knoll, Eero Saarinen

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Vintage Children's White Knoll Eero Saarinen MCM Tulip Dining Dinette Table

H 22.5 in Dm 29.75 in

Vintage Marble Tulip coffee table by Eero Saarinen for Knoll, 1970s

By Knoll, Eero Saarinen

Located in ABCOUDE, UT

Nice vintage white marble tulip coffee table, designed by Eero Saarinen for Knoll International

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Vintage Marble Tulip coffee table by Eero Saarinen for Knoll, 1970s

H 6.3 in Dm 42.13 in

Vintage Walnut Tulip Side Table by Eero Saarinen for Knoll

By Knoll, Eero Saarinen

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Eero Saarinen walnut tulip side table for Knoll Associates. Iconic design that draws its form from

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Vintage Walnut Tulip Side Table by Eero Saarinen for Knoll

H 20.5 in Dm 20 in

Original Vintage Saarinen Tulip Dining table and Chairs by Knoll

Located in Atlanta, GA

reduced it to the most effective structural solution. He designed the 1956 Tulip chair in terms of its

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Vintage Oval Tulip Dining Table by Eero Saarinen for Knoll

By Eero Saarinen

Located in New York, NY

A “tulip” dining table with white oval laminate top and white enameled cast iron pedestal base

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Vintage Oval Tulip Dining Table by Eero Saarinen for Knoll

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Eero Saarinen Vintage Knoll 'Tulip' Carrara White Marble Side Tables

By Eero Saarinen, Knoll

Located in Highclere, Newbury

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Vintage 1960s Arkana Round Tulip Dining Table by Maurice Burke

By Maurice Burke

Located in London, GB

. Although it is able to accommodate four chairs, The Tulip table lends itself perfectly for three chairs due

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Vintage 1960s Arkana Round Tulip Dining Table by Maurice Burke

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By Ditta Steffenino

Located in New York, NY

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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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Located in Philadelphia, PA

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

H 15 in Dm 36 in

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Located in Philadelphia, PA

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Located in Philadelphia, PA

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By Eero Saarinen, Knoll

Located in ABCOUDE, UT

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Vintage Tulip Table For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the vintage tulip table you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each vintage tulip table for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, wood and laminate. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer vintage tulip table, there are earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Each vintage tulip table bearing Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern or Hollywood Regency hallmarks is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one vintage tulip table that is appealing in its simplicity, but Eero Saarinen, Knoll and Arkana Furniture produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Vintage Tulip Table?

The average selling price for a vintage tulip table at 1stDibs is $2,225, while they’re typically $140 on the low end and $18,500 for the highest priced.

Finding the Right Tables for You

The right vintage, new or antique tables can help make any space in your home stand out.

Over the years, the variety of tables available to us, as well as our specific needs for said tables, has broadened. Today, with all manner of these must-have furnishings differing in shape, material and style, any dining room table can shine just as brightly as the guests who gather around it.

Remember, when shopping for a dining table, it must fit your dining area, and you need to account for space around the table too — think outside the box, as an oval dining table may work for tighter spaces. Alternatively, if you’ve got the room, a Regency-style dining table can elevate any formal occasion at mealtime.

Innovative furniture makers and designers have also redefined what a table can be. Whether it’s an unconventional Ping-Pong table, a brass side table to display your treasured collectibles or a Louis Vuitton steamer trunk to add an air of nostalgia to your loft, your table can say a lot about you.

The visionary work of French designer Xavier Lavergne, for example, includes tables that draw on the forms of celestial bodies as often as they do aquatic creatures or fossils. Elsewhere, Italian architect Gae Aulenti, who looked to Roman architecture in crafting her stately Jumbo coffee table, created clever glass-topped mobile coffee tables that move on bicycle tires or sculpted wood wheels for Fontana Arte.

Coffee and cocktail tables can serve as a room’s centerpiece with attention-grabbing details and colors. Glass varieties will keep your hardwood flooring and dazzling area rugs on display, while a marble or stone coffee table in a modern interior can showcase your prized art books and decorative objects. A unique vintage desk or writing table can bring sophistication and even a bit of spice to your work life.

No matter your desired form or function, a quality table for your living space is a sound investment. On 1stDibs, browse a collection of vintage, new and antique bedside tables, mid-century end tables and more .

Questions About Vintage Tulip Table

What is a tulip table?
1 Answer
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.

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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 era are tulip tables from?
1 Answer
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.
Are tulip tables sturdy?
1 Answer
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?
1 Answer
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 chairs work with a Tulip Table?
1 Answer
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?
1 Answer
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.
How can I tell if a table lamp is vintage?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
There are a few ways to identify if your table lamp is vintage, but it does vary from brand to brand. If you can spot a maker’s mark or manufacturer’s label on your piece, it could tell you where and when it was crafted. On 1stDibs, find vintage and contemporary table lamps from top sellers around the world.

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