Executive Chairs in the Style of Eero Saarinen for Knoll, Set of 2

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Vintage Design

Eero Saarinen Style, executive office chairs model 72, in chromed metal and beige fabric, United States, 1948. These Mid-Century Modern pieces would make dining chairs as well. Eero Saarinen (1910-1961) was a Finnish-American architect who helped to shape the American Postwar architecture of progression and optimism. Saarinen designed several airports and worked for large corporate clients such as IBM and General Motors. Knoll International was founded in New York by the 26 year old German Hans Knoll (1914-1955) in 1938. Hans' father, Walter Knoll was a true modernist and furniture manufacturer who had a reputation for quality. When Hans Knoll died at a young age his wife Florence Knoll took over and under her influence the company flourished and created its best designs. She designed and led the company where she cooperated with talented designers such as Eero Saarinen, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Richard Schultz and Harry Bertoia.

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Creator	Harry Bertoia
Production Period	1960 to 1969
Style	Vintage
Detailed Condition	Good — This vintage item remains fully functional, but it shows sign of age through scuffs, dings, faded finishes, minimal upholstery defects, or visible repairs.
Product Code	GW-1232736
Restoration and Damage Details	Wear consistent with age and use. fabric is in very good condition We do have an in house upholstery service in case you like to change type of fabric or color.
Materials	Fabric, Metal
Color	Beige
Width	62 cm 24.4 inch
Depth	60 cm 23.6 inch
Height	76 cm 29.9 inch
Duties Notice	Import duty is not included in the prices you see online. You may have to pay import duties upon receipt of your order.