Womb™ Chair and Ottoman

Designed by Eero Saarinen
"When I approach an architectural problem," Finnish architect and interior designer Eero Saarinen once said, "I try to think out the real significance of it. What is its essence and how can the total structure capture that essence?" Fellow designer Florence Knoll put forth the challenge of creating "a chair she could curl up in." The Womb Chair was Saarinen's response to that question—a unique piece of furniture that will surely be the center of attention, wherever it is placed in your home.

The Design

The Womb chair, with its matching ottoman, was designed in 1948, part of Saarinen's breakthrough seating collection. The Womb's steel rod base and polished chrome and black finishes, combined with its upholstered frame totally covering a fiberglass shell, highlight Saarinen's brilliant design aesthetic and his architectural skills. In addition to its unique look, the chair is luxuriously comfortable. Called the Womb for a reason, the chair is designed to facilitate a relaxed sitting posture which in turn provides total comfort and a sense of security. The Womb Chair and Ottoman now also come in new smaller sizes proportioned at 85% of the original.

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Features at a Glance:

Design Year: 1948

• Chair constructed of foam over a molded, reinforced fiberglass shell
• Includes separate seat and seat back and ottoman cushion, constructed of polyester fiber with foam core
• Chair features stainless steel and nylon articulating glides
• The base features a steel rod finished in polished chrome or matte black powder-coat
• Chair and ottoman available in wide variety of Knoll textiles and Spinneybeck leathers
• Chair and ottoman available in two sizes
• Chair and Ottoman are GREENGUARD Indoor Air Quality Certified
• Children's Womb Chair also available

Care & Maintenance: Please view the Knoll Care & Maintenance Guide to learn more about caring for your Knoll furniture.

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Dimensions:

• Large Womb Chair Dimensions: 35.5" H x 40" W x 34" D
• Seat Height: 16"
• Arm Height: 20.5"
• Large Womb Ottoman Dimensions: 16" H x 25.5" W x 20" D
  
  
• Medium Womb Chair Dimensions: 31.25" H x 35" W x 31" D
• Seat Height: 15"
• Arm Height: 18"
• Medium Womb Ottoman Dimensions: 14.5" H x 21" W x 17.5" D

• Sustainability Statement: Sustainable design is a key component of Knoll's environmental focus. Knoll's commitment to social responsibility and a healthy environment has prompted the company to further articulate its longstanding environmental programs and, with encouragement and support from colleagues in the industry, Knoll has re-energized its focus on such "green" initiatives as life cycle analysis and LEED® certification. Knoll is proud to have contributed to projects that have received LEED certification from the U.S. Green Building Council.

• The Saarinen Womb Chair and Ottoman are Greenguard certified.
• Knoll products are guaranteed to be free from defects in materials and workmanship during the applicable warranty period set forth in the Knoll Warranty.
• Should you discover shortly after receiving your Saarinen Womb Chair and Ottoman that parts are either damaged or missing, please call us immediately, and we will be happy to send you replacement parts as soon as possible and at no additional cost.
• No sales tax, except on orders shipped to Massachusetts.
• Each authentic Knoll product includes a certificate of authenticity.

  Please Note: Ultrasuede fabrics can be ordered to comply with Cal 133 specifications. Please call for details.