Mid Century Modern Design Icon - Eero Saarinen Tulip Table

Eero Saarinen’s iconic Tulip Table is arguably more covetable now than it ever was,even if it was originally designed way back in 1956. Its appeal has exponentially increased!

In many ways it’s the perfect example of mid century modern design - it’s contemporary, transcendental and endlessly versatile, of course.As the Tulip Table celebrates 64 years as an iconic design, we’ll be delving a bit deeper into the story of one of Saarinen’s finest pieces.

Brief History

While living in Michigan in the United States in the 1950s, Finnish architect Eero Saarinen designed the Tulip Table. It was part of a collection nicknamed the ‘Pedestal Collection’, also known as Tulip Collection, which also included his Tulip Chair, Tulip Armchair and Tulip Stool.

The ‘Slum of Legs’

Back then, Saarinen couldn’t believe that no designer had ever tackled what he believed was an ‘ugly, confusing, unrestful world’ hidden underneath a dining table. He wanted to clear up the ‘slum of legs’!

Since he saw legs as a distraction he vowed to come up with a table that negated the need for them. The Tulip Table was born! This revolutionary piece brought this simple, but effective idea to life, while changing the way we dined forever.

It’s All in the Details

Though initially released in a limited color palette, the Tulip Table is now available in a range of trendy colors and finishes.

From the classic grey-white marble finish to the gloriously warm wood finish, there’s a beautiful finish for every home. And, for the minimalists, there’s even a glossy pure white laminate version.

Signature Style

Eero Saarinen contributed many other iconic designs to the design industry through his career, including the famous, enveloping Womb Chair.

His signature sweeping curves are a defining feature of his work,a unique style which was developed after studying architecture at Yale and sculpture in Paris.

A Forever Piece

The true beauty of the timeless Tulip Dining Table is that whatever your personal style, whether it’s neat and pared-back or loud and colourful, it seamlessly fits into your home. Besides, it will look great for many years to come. It has a long lasting appeal!

Sweeping Curves

Obviously, Eero Saarinen’s signature swa defining feature of his entire work, from architectural pieces, to sculptures to furniture designs. This curvalously sleek Tulip Table can be paired with any type of dining chair, lounge chair, sofa or bench. The curves give it its versatility!

Different Sizes and Shapes

Whether you prefer a white or a black Tulip Table, this masterpiece is available in a myriad of sizes and shapes, from round to oval to rectangular to square.

When it comes to sizes, you may choose from dining size, side size, coffee size and bar size. In other words, you may furnish your entire home with the Tulip Table.

We hope this info inspires you.As you can see, Saarinen’s mid century modern design icon is as popular now as it ever was. Ready to treat yourself to a Tulip Table replica from Manhattan Home Design?Browse our extensive catalog!What are you waiting for?