Saarinen Executive Armless Chairs in Gray by Eero Saarinen for Knoll, Set of 6
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Description
Eero Saarinen’s design career was both wildly iconic yet sadly short-lived. His work in furniture design and architecture was centuries ahead of its time and quite possibly only achievable by Saarinen himself. His furniture work aided his design process for architecture and vice a versa, he understood the human form and how people interact with design in the world. These iconic Saarinen Executive Chairs remain one of his most notable designs, instantly recognizable and widely used to this day.
The Saarinen Executive Armless Chair is perhaps the most versatile dining chair known from the Mid-Century Modern design movement. Saarinen’s mastery of swooping curves invite users to sit and be embraced by a level of comfort only he could achieve. The iconic opening of the chair’s back allows for a slight “give” as one sits back. This chair is in every way a Saarinen sculpture; beautiful at every angle.
This set of Saarinen Executive Armless Chairs remain in their original Knoll Textiles Rivington upholstery in a rich silver / gray. An assortment of thread colors in various thicknesses are woven together to form this beautiful fabric which has performance qualities, perfect for dining chairs. While very minor wear exists on their chromed steel legs, these are an excellent example of Saarinen’s famed Executive Chair, ready to be enjoyed for years to come. -
More Information
Documentation: Makers Label/Invoice Origin: United States Period: 2000-2021 Materials: Textured Weave in Gray & Chromed Steel Condition: Good. Minor wear consistent with age and history Number of Pieces: 6-7 Styles / Movements: Contemporary, Mid Century, Minimalist Incollect Reference #: 418093 -
Dimensions
W. 22.5 in; H. 31.5 in; D. 20.5 in; W. 57.15 cm; H. 80.01 cm; D. 52.07 cm; Seat H. 18 in; Seat H. 45.72 cm;
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