2. Organic and Geometric Forms: One of the defining features of mid century design is the seamless blend of organic and geometric shapes. The chairs may have subtly curved backs or angular geometric forms, evoking a sense of natural flow while maintaining a structured look. This feature bridges the gap between the organic world and man-made craftsmanship.
3. Innovative Use of Materials: Mid century designers were known for their inventive use of both traditional and non-traditional materials. From teak, walnut, and oak to fiberglass and molded plastic, the materials used in dining chairs from this era were diverse, highlighting the experimental spirit of the time.
4. Mixed Materials: The hallmark of mid century dining chairs is the mix of materials. It's common to see chairs with wooden frames and upholstered seats, or metal frames with wooden seats and backrests. This mix extends to different types of wood and metal, adding layers of texture and visual interest.
5. Emphasis on Comfort: Despite their minimalist aesthetic, mid century dining chairs were designed with comfort in mind. The seats and backrests were often ergonomically designed to support the natural curvature of the spine, while cushioning and upholstery added an element of luxury. This emphasis on comfort underscores the human-centric approach of mid century design.
It's a sweet spot piece that merged the ideas of its creator with the impeccable manufacturing standards of Carl Hansen & Søn. What impresses me is how it harmoniously breaks from the stylistic norms of its time, eschewing the bulkier furniture trends in favor of simple, yet impactful, design.
Its silhouette is undoubtedly unique, featuring a signature Y-shaped backrest, lending it its 'Wishbone' name. However, its beauty isn't just surface deep. Inside, you will find an embodiment of Wegner's belief in uniting user-friendly design with the ultimate comfort. A creation built to last, the Wishbone Chair incorporates the materials and methods reflecting an intent for longevity, such as robust natural materials and refined steam-bent techniques.
Making a home in Denmark, this chair is a versatile piece that can effortlessly fit in a variety of interiors, breathing life into living rooms, dining areas, or even standing pridefully as a statement in a study. Having a chunk of design history like the Wishbone Chair in your house is like owning a little piece of the mid-century magic. Trust me, there's something truly special about this chair.
Using the best natural materials and refined steam-bent methods, Wishbone is made to last for generations. In 1944, Hans Wegner began a series of chairs that were inspired by portraits of Danish merchants sitting in Ming Chairs. One of these chairs was the Wishbone Chair (1949), also known as the “Y” or “CH-24,” which has been produced by the Danish firm Carl Hansen & Søn since 1950. The son of a shoemaker, Wegner was trained as a cabinetmaker before attending the School of Arts and Crafts in Copenhagen, after which he began his career as an architect. Just three years later, Wegner started his own design office, and his work soon caught the eye of Carl Hansen. The Wishbone Chair fit what the Hansen company was looking for to supplement the heavier forms popular at the time. Made in Denmark.
Design greats Charles Eames and Eero Saarinen first met in 1936 at Cranbrook Academy, where they collaborated on many projects, including a collection that won first prize at the Museum of Modern Art’s "Organic Design in Home Furnishings" exhibition in 1941. One of the chairs in that collection was the Organic Chair (1940), a small reading chair with a beautifully upholstered, biomorphically shaped shell. Now available in limited-edition fabrics, only at DWR in the U.S. Made in Poland.
On this sturdy upholstered chair with soft padding and nice lumbar support, you sit comfy while working, doing crafts or enjoying a tasty dinner. Comes in 2 colors, just like the matching swivel chair.
This chair is shaped for your comfort and wellbeing with good lumbar support and restful flexibility of the backrest. Available in different wood veneer finishes to suit your taste and other furniture.
A chair made for those lovely dinners with family and friends. Soft padding with good lumbar support and a steady construction so that you sit comfortably – and for long periods.
The chair's sweeping base, cast from aluminum and resembling a droplet of high-viscosity liquid, creates a seamless transition to its comfortable, swivel seat. Besides contributing to a cleaner aesthetic, this single-support design also simplifies getting into and out of the chair, amid the hustle and bustle of social gatherings or during solo moments of respite.
Like all of Saarinen’s iconic pieces, this chair is more than just furniture - it’s a conversation piece. Stamped with the KnollStudio logo and Eero Saarinen’s signature, each chair not only authenticates its design legitimacy but also celebrates its Italian roots. The upholstered seat provides an added edge, ensuring a comfortable sit while not compromising its artistic persona. Get ready to introduce a design legacy into your home with the Saarinen Tulip Side Chair - a veritable celebration of form and function!
Eero Saarinen called himself a “form giver,” and everything he designed – from the Gateway Arch in St. Louis to the TWA Terminal (now the TWA Hotel) at New York's JFK Airport – had a strong sculptural quality. In a 1956 cover story in Time magazine, he announced that he was designing a collection to “clear up the slum of legs in the U.S. home.” Later that year, he completed his Pedestal Table and Tulip Chair Collection (1956) with its cast aluminum base inspired by a drop of high-viscosity liquid. The seat swivels for easy entrance to or exit from a table. Each chair is stamped with the KnollStudio logo and Eero Saarinen’s signature. This is the authentic Saarinen Tulip Chair produced by Knoll. Made in Italy.
Solid rubberwood frame and legs.
Engineered wood seat.
Covered in a water-based Cool Walnut or Smoked Oak finish.
All wood is kiln-dried for added durability.
GREENGUARD Gold Certified. This low-emitting product has been screened for over 10,000 chemicals and VOCs.
This contract-grade item is manufactured to meet the demands of commercial use in addition to residential. See more.
Made in Vietnam.
Fully upholstered seat and back.
Metal frame and legs.
Attached seat cushion.
Plastic foot caps protect floors.
This contract-grade item is manufactured to meet the demands of commercial use in addition to residential. See more.
Made in China.
It's a sweet spot piece that merged the ideas of its creator with the impeccable manufacturing standards of Carl Hansen & Søn. What impresses me is how it harmoniously breaks from the stylistic norms of its time, eschewing the bulkier furniture trends in favor of simple, yet impactful, design.
Its silhouette is undoubtedly unique, featuring a signature Y-shaped backrest, lending it its 'Wishbone' name. However, its beauty isn't just surface deep. Inside, you will find an embodiment of Wegner's belief in uniting user-friendly design with the ultimate comfort. A creation built to last, the Wishbone Chair incorporates the materials and methods reflecting an intent for longevity, such as robust natural materials and refined steam-bent techniques.
Making a home in Denmark, this chair is a versatile piece that can effortlessly fit in a variety of interiors, breathing life into living rooms, dining areas, or even standing pridefully as a statement in a study. Having a chunk of design history like the Wishbone Chair in your house is like owning a little piece of the mid-century magic. Trust me, there's something truly special about this chair.
Using the best natural materials and refined steam-bent methods, Wishbone is made to last for generations. In 1944, Hans Wegner began a series of chairs that were inspired by portraits of Danish merchants sitting in Ming Chairs. One of these chairs was the Wishbone Chair (1949), also known as the “Y” or “CH-24,” which has been produced by the Danish firm Carl Hansen & Søn since 1950. The son of a shoemaker, Wegner was trained as a cabinetmaker before attending the School of Arts and Crafts in Copenhagen, after which he began his career as an architect. Just three years later, Wegner started his own design office, and his work soon caught the eye of Carl Hansen. The Wishbone Chair fit what the Hansen company was looking for to supplement the heavier forms popular at the time. Made in Denmark.
Design greats Charles Eames and Eero Saarinen first met in 1936 at Cranbrook Academy, where they collaborated on many projects, including a collection that won first prize at the Museum of Modern Art’s "Organic Design in Home Furnishings" exhibition in 1941. One of the chairs in that collection was the Organic Chair (1940), a small reading chair with a beautifully upholstered, biomorphically shaped shell. Now available in limited-edition fabrics, only at DWR in the U.S. Made in Poland.
On this sturdy upholstered chair with soft padding and nice lumbar support, you sit comfy while working, doing crafts or enjoying a tasty dinner. Comes in 2 colors, just like the matching swivel chair.
This chair is shaped for your comfort and wellbeing with good lumbar support and restful flexibility of the backrest. Available in different wood veneer finishes to suit your taste and other furniture.
A chair made for those lovely dinners with family and friends. Soft padding with good lumbar support and a steady construction so that you sit comfortably – and for long periods.
The chair's sweeping base, cast from aluminum and resembling a droplet of high-viscosity liquid, creates a seamless transition to its comfortable, swivel seat. Besides contributing to a cleaner aesthetic, this single-support design also simplifies getting into and out of the chair, amid the hustle and bustle of social gatherings or during solo moments of respite.
Like all of Saarinen’s iconic pieces, this chair is more than just furniture - it’s a conversation piece. Stamped with the KnollStudio logo and Eero Saarinen’s signature, each chair not only authenticates its design legitimacy but also celebrates its Italian roots. The upholstered seat provides an added edge, ensuring a comfortable sit while not compromising its artistic persona. Get ready to introduce a design legacy into your home with the Saarinen Tulip Side Chair - a veritable celebration of form and function!
Eero Saarinen called himself a “form giver,” and everything he designed – from the Gateway Arch in St. Louis to the TWA Terminal (now the TWA Hotel) at New York's JFK Airport – had a strong sculptural quality. In a 1956 cover story in Time magazine, he announced that he was designing a collection to “clear up the slum of legs in the U.S. home.” Later that year, he completed his Pedestal Table and Tulip Chair Collection (1956) with its cast aluminum base inspired by a drop of high-viscosity liquid. The seat swivels for easy entrance to or exit from a table. Each chair is stamped with the KnollStudio logo and Eero Saarinen’s signature. This is the authentic Saarinen Tulip Chair produced by Knoll. Made in Italy.
Solid rubberwood frame and legs.
Engineered wood seat.
Covered in a water-based Cool Walnut or Smoked Oak finish.
All wood is kiln-dried for added durability.
GREENGUARD Gold Certified. This low-emitting product has been screened for over 10,000 chemicals and VOCs.
This contract-grade item is manufactured to meet the demands of commercial use in addition to residential. See more.
Made in Vietnam.
Fully upholstered seat and back.
Metal frame and legs.
Attached seat cushion.
Plastic foot caps protect floors.
This contract-grade item is manufactured to meet the demands of commercial use in addition to residential. See more.
Made in China.
It's a sweet spot piece that merged the ideas of its creator with the impeccable manufacturing standards of Carl Hansen & Søn. What impresses me is how it harmoniously breaks from the stylistic norms of its time, eschewing the bulkier furniture trends in favor of simple, yet impactful, design.
Its silhouette is undoubtedly unique, featuring a signature Y-shaped backrest, lending it its 'Wishbone' name. However, its beauty isn't just surface deep. Inside, you will find an embodiment of Wegner's belief in uniting user-friendly design with the ultimate comfort. A creation built to last, the Wishbone Chair incorporates the materials and methods reflecting an intent for longevity, such as robust natural materials and refined steam-bent techniques.
Making a home in Denmark, this chair is a versatile piece that can effortlessly fit in a variety of interiors, breathing life into living rooms, dining areas, or even standing pridefully as a statement in a study. Having a chunk of design history like the Wishbone Chair in your house is like owning a little piece of the mid-century magic. Trust me, there's something truly special about this chair.
Using the best natural materials and refined steam-bent methods, Wishbone is made to last for generations. In 1944, Hans Wegner began a series of chairs that were inspired by portraits of Danish merchants sitting in Ming Chairs. One of these chairs was the Wishbone Chair (1949), also known as the “Y” or “CH-24,” which has been produced by the Danish firm Carl Hansen & Søn since 1950. The son of a shoemaker, Wegner was trained as a cabinetmaker before attending the School of Arts and Crafts in Copenhagen, after which he began his career as an architect. Just three years later, Wegner started his own design office, and his work soon caught the eye of Carl Hansen. The Wishbone Chair fit what the Hansen company was looking for to supplement the heavier forms popular at the time. Made in Denmark.
Design greats Charles Eames and Eero Saarinen first met in 1936 at Cranbrook Academy, where they collaborated on many projects, including a collection that won first prize at the Museum of Modern Art’s "Organic Design in Home Furnishings" exhibition in 1941. One of the chairs in that collection was the Organic Chair (1940), a small reading chair with a beautifully upholstered, biomorphically shaped shell. Now available in limited-edition fabrics, only at DWR in the U.S. Made in Poland.
On this sturdy upholstered chair with soft padding and nice lumbar support, you sit comfy while working, doing crafts or enjoying a tasty dinner. Comes in 2 colors, just like the matching swivel chair.
This chair is shaped for your comfort and wellbeing with good lumbar support and restful flexibility of the backrest. Available in different wood veneer finishes to suit your taste and other furniture.
A chair made for those lovely dinners with family and friends. Soft padding with good lumbar support and a steady construction so that you sit comfortably – and for long periods.
The chair's sweeping base, cast from aluminum and resembling a droplet of high-viscosity liquid, creates a seamless transition to its comfortable, swivel seat. Besides contributing to a cleaner aesthetic, this single-support design also simplifies getting into and out of the chair, amid the hustle and bustle of social gatherings or during solo moments of respite.
Like all of Saarinen’s iconic pieces, this chair is more than just furniture - it’s a conversation piece. Stamped with the KnollStudio logo and Eero Saarinen’s signature, each chair not only authenticates its design legitimacy but also celebrates its Italian roots. The upholstered seat provides an added edge, ensuring a comfortable sit while not compromising its artistic persona. Get ready to introduce a design legacy into your home with the Saarinen Tulip Side Chair - a veritable celebration of form and function!
Eero Saarinen called himself a “form giver,” and everything he designed – from the Gateway Arch in St. Louis to the TWA Terminal (now the TWA Hotel) at New York's JFK Airport – had a strong sculptural quality. In a 1956 cover story in Time magazine, he announced that he was designing a collection to “clear up the slum of legs in the U.S. home.” Later that year, he completed his Pedestal Table and Tulip Chair Collection (1956) with its cast aluminum base inspired by a drop of high-viscosity liquid. The seat swivels for easy entrance to or exit from a table. Each chair is stamped with the KnollStudio logo and Eero Saarinen’s signature. This is the authentic Saarinen Tulip Chair produced by Knoll. Made in Italy.
Solid rubberwood frame and legs.
Engineered wood seat.
Covered in a water-based Cool Walnut or Smoked Oak finish.
All wood is kiln-dried for added durability.
GREENGUARD Gold Certified. This low-emitting product has been screened for over 10,000 chemicals and VOCs.
This contract-grade item is manufactured to meet the demands of commercial use in addition to residential. See more.
Made in Vietnam.
Fully upholstered seat and back.
Metal frame and legs.
Attached seat cushion.
Plastic foot caps protect floors.
This contract-grade item is manufactured to meet the demands of commercial use in addition to residential. See more.
Made in China.
