The Womb Chair is regarded as one of the icons of postwar American Modernism and now Vitra has released the highly collectable miniature version.
Designed by Eero Saarinen in 1946 and manufactured by Knoll International since 1948 (originally as Model No. 70), this armchair is the first piece of mass-produced furniture in the history of design with an integrated seat shell made of fibre reinforced plastic. The expansive foam upholstered shell, which has two inset cushions for added comfort, is supported by a bent tubular steel frame.
Saarinen developed the Womb Chair in close collaboration with a boat builder. His stated intention was to design a chair that would allow a variety of sitting positions and create a special feeling of relaxation and cosiness. This central design concept finds vivid expression in its name.
The Miniatures Collection presents the most important classics of modern furniture history in miniature form. The construction, materials and colours correspond to the historical Vitra Design Museum collection, right down to the last detail.