Designed between 1955 and 1956, the Tulip Dining Chair (formally part of the Saarinen Pedestal Collection) is a sweeping milestone in organic modernism. Eero Saarinen was deeply frustrated by the chaotic sight of traditional chair legs underneath a dining table, famously calling it an "unrestful world" and a "slum of legs." His brilliant solution was a radical structural purification: transforming the traditional four-legged chair into a unified, sculptural object with a single, elegant pedestal stem. Resembling a blossoming tulip or a gentle drop of liquid, this Tulip Dining Chair iconic swivel chair effortlessly blends space-age futuristic aesthetic with body-cradling comfort. The heavy-duty cast aluminum base tapers up into a slender, graceful stem. This design frees up valuable legroom around dining tables and creates an exceptionally clean look. The upper seat shell curves smoothly around the human body, providing organic lumbar support and a sleek, futuristic silhouette. Equipped with an integrated, high-durability swivel mechanism that offers effortless 360-degree rotation for fluid dining conversation and ease of movement. Features a removable, foam-padded cushion secured neatly to the seat via Velcro, allowing for easy color customization and cleaning.
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Dimensions:
- Height 82 cm (32.3")
- Width 57 cm (22.4")
- Depth 49 cm (19.3”)
- SeatH 45 cm (17.7”)
- Weight 11 kg
Materials:
- Cast aluminum with Rilsan coated finish
- The shell is moulded fiberglass reinforced plastic bonded finish
General Information:
- Dining Room
- Living room
- Hotel room
- Indoor use
The legacy of the Bauhaus is truly remarkable, isn't it? Its approach to integrating art, craft, and technology has left an indelible mark on various design disciplines. Here's a bit more detail on some of the iconic pieces and their designers you mentioned:
1. Wassily Chair by Marcel Breuer: This chair, with its innovative use of tubular steel, was revolutionary for its time and remains a design classic. 2. Barcelona Chair by Mies van der Rohe: Known for its sleek lines and luxury materials, this chair epitomizes modern elegance. 3. Cesca Chair by Marcel Breuer: Combining a tubular steel frame with a caned seat and back, this chair is celebrated for its simplicity and comfort. 4. Table Bauhaus by Marcel Breuer: This table, like many of Breuer's designs, showcases the clean lines and functional forms that are hallmarks of the Bauhaus aesthetic.
The Bauhaus' influence extends beyond furniture; it has shaped graphic design, typography, and architecture, pushing the boundaries of what's possible and encouraging a minimalist yet functional approach.
