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Saarinen Tulip Armchair
Upper fibreglass shell on a swivel base.
Pedestal made of lacquered die-cast aluminium.
Cushion upholstered using environmentally-friendly aniline leather.
Eero Saarinen’s tulip armchair might have contributed to rewriting the history of design, but it is definitely not history.
Discreet, yet far from inconspicuous, the tulip chair is not only a decorative centrepiece, it also provides an exceptionally comfortable place to sit, thanks to the ergonomic construction of its shell and its carefully upholstered, high-quality cushion.
There is nothing more embarrassing than a poor copy!
Our version of the tulip armchair means that you will get a piece of furniture that not only looks like the design it was based on, but also feels like the real deal.
Laminated by hand
The shell of our Saarinen tulip chair is, as with the original, made using fibreglass-reinforced plastic. This process is done manually and makes the production significantly more expensive.
The results is a soft sheen and a smooth surface, and you will recognise our chair at a glance. Cheaper shells are made using ABS injection moulding, giving them a matte finish.
The higher strength of the shell and its heavier weight contribute significantly to this chair’s overall elegance.
Aluminium, not plastic
Eero Saarinen actually wanted to produce the entire chair using “modern” synthetic materials; however, these proved to not be sturdy enough.
That is why we still use die-cast aluminium to make the pedestal of our tulip chairs, and not synthetics, like a lot of cheap copies do.
To ensure a long-lasting shine, we first polish the metal and then lacquer it using a high-gloss finish.
Swivel base
The swivel base connects to the shell and has to support the entire weight of the chair and the person sitting in it. Eero Saarinen patented the rather sophisticated solution to this problem, and we follow the instructions in this patent to a T.
The axis with the titled roller bearings is securely screwed to the shell, and is then incorporated into a bearing seat in the pedestal base. A design you can trust!
Only the best upholstery
Despite its discrete appearance, the tulip armchair truly is a luxurious chair. Our tailor-made upholstery contributes to its luxury.
You can select from fabric made by the Danish manufacturer Kvadrat, or environmentally-friendly aniline leather.
This explains why our tulip chair costs significantly more than an oriental copy.
120% Money back!
If you can find any better quality reproduction than ours, let us know.
We will not only refund you, but add a 20% bonus for helping us improve our products.
100% Original quality!
We take care of even the smallest details.
Our furniture is made to the same high standards than the much more expensive products you know.
10 Year Guarantee!
Our furniture is built to last a lifetime.
During the first ten years we will replace or repair any item which is damaged due to a fault in material or manufacturing.
Any Questions?
Is your furniture authentic?
We are building excellent modern reproductions of classic designs from the Bauhaus era to Mid Century, which absolutely match the very high quality standards of the products that are marketed to be the one and only "authentic" ones. We are talking of up to 90 year old designs which have been produced by different companies over the decades. Also materials and production technologies have greatly improved since the first prototypes. Calling any modern version of such "authentic" is nothing but a marketing hoax.How much is shipping?
Within Europe:Shipping is free!
Overseas and wordlwide: Shipping is free for any purchase over $ 3,000 For lesser amounts, simply send us your order and we will get back to you with an exact price.Is it legal?
50+ year old furniture is not copyright protected in most countries of the world. Exceptions do apply for some European countries, but since goods travel freely within Europe and there are no customs borders, you are free to order from us whatever you wish.Payment methods
The safest and most easiest way is to use your credit card. We will however accept wire transfers if you don't have a credit card of for higher amounts in corporate purchases.I have seen this item for less!
Definitely none of ours! There is however a plethora of cheap copies which may look alike but certainly aren't.
Our furniture is thoroughly handcrafted in Italy using the best materials. Given this, our pieces are an incredible value for money.Can I get a discount?
Sure you can, if you want to order several items. The more you order, the higher your discount will be.
How long will the delivery take?
Our furniture is handmade made to order, so we can not compete with the speed of Amazon & Co. Generally speaking, our goods are ready to ship within 3 to 4 weeks from the date of order. Shipping itself takes another week within Europe. Shipping overseas by air takes only 3 days!Another question?
Please write us, we will get back to you as soon as possible
these incredibly comfortable chairs perfectly match my marble dining table.
