Womb Chair - Velvet
Florence Knoll envisioned a chair for genuine comfort—a place to truly settle in. Eero Saarinen delivered with the Womb Chair in 1948, a sculptural embrace that cradles the body with unmatched depth and curve. The velvet upholstery invites touch, transforming this design icon into a sensory experience you'll want to sink into. Splayed legs anchor the organic form without breaking its fluid silhouette, making it equally striking as a focal point or a serene corner sanctuary.
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Product Description
Eero Saarinen designed the groundbreaking Womb Chair at Florence Knoll’s request for “a chair that was like a basket full of pillows… something I could really curl up in.” Eero Saarinen was eager to continue exploring the possibilities of a chair that achieved comfort through the shape of its shell, not the depth of its cushioning. The fiberglass design supports multiple sitting postures as well as a sense of enclosure. Designed in 1948, it remains one of the most iconic symbols of mid-century modern design.
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| Width | Depth |
| 40" | 34" |
| Height | Seat Height |
| 35.5" | 16" |
| Arm Height | Weight |
| 20.5" | 36 lbs |
Product Downloads
| Manuals | Knoll Womb Chair Product Sheet (PDF) |
| Knoll Womb Collection Brochure (PDF) | |
| Materials | Knoll Textiles Cleaning Information (PDF) |
| Technical Sheet | n/a |
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The Womb Chair At 75
The Knoll Womb Chair has an enveloping form that continues to be one of the most celebrated and recognized representations of midcentury organic modernism. By applying foam molded over a fiberglass shell, Saarinen created a single-piece form that perfectly facilitates a relaxed sitting posture.
Design Details
Wide, sweeping seat back offers ample room to rest your head.
Stainless steel wire frame and base lends an airy feel.
Moveable cushion
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