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  • Rare Eero Saarinen 'Grasshopper' Armchair in Laminated Birch, 1946

Rare Eero Saarinen 'Grasshopper' Armchair in Laminated Birch, 1946

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A rare and substantial Eero Saarinen 'Grasshopper' armchair designed in 1946. This piece retains its original--and very durable--oil cloth upholstery to seat and back, along with its original finish on wooden frame--overall the chair remains in excellent condition for its age.


Bent-laminated birch frame featuring signature 'grasshopper' arm rests give the chair a dynamic and inviting expression--armrests also provide strong support while sitting or standing up out of this chair. The frame also has an interesting construction detail where the back legs "double-up" as they're joined to the angled arms which rise from the legs, flanking the seat, to take their final position alongside the sitter's abdomen--a visually interesting and experimental application of bent-lamination technology.


Curved backrest is decorated with round metal studs on its backside--a humorous detail that adds playfulness to the piece. Great ergonomics, it's one of the more comfortable and relaxing chairs at this size--could be use as an easy or reading chair in a smaller library. This example remains in excellent vintage condition for its age--with no structural issues or damage to upholstery.


  • Creator
  • Eero Saarinen (Designer)
  • Dimensions
  • Height: 33.5 in. (85.09 cm)
  • Width: 22.5 in. (57.15 cm)
  • Depth: 22.5 in. (57.15 cm)
  • Seat Height: 18 in. (45.72 cm)
  • Style
  • Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques
  • Birch,
  • Upholstery,
  • Laminated
  • Place of Origin
  • United States
  • Period
  • 1940-1949
  • Date of Manufacture
  • 1946
  • Condition
  • Good
  • Wear consistent with age and use. Exceptional condition for its age-- no breaks tears, rips, etc.


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