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Knoll · Dining Chairs

Knoll Tulip Chair

Designed by Eero Saarinen · Knoll

Dining tables wanting Eero Saarinen's single-pedestal chair with no legs underneath.

$2,553 – $5,623

  • 5-year warranty
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Summary

Eero Saarinen's single-pedestal side chair, a dining classic rather than a work chair.

Best for

  • Dining tables where a single base leaves more room for legs.
  • Buyers who want a swivel seat for getting in and out at a table.
  • Those who want a light chair; it weighs 20 lb.

Good to check first

  • It has a fixed 18½" seat height, so check it against your table height.
  • This is the armless side chair; the Tulip Armchair is a separate model.

The trade-off

An iconic single-pedestal shape, with no work-chair adjustments.

Value check

The side chair with an upholstered seat lists from $2,553 at the US Knoll Store.

Price
$2,553 – $5,623
Warranty
5 years

What Knoll highlights

  • Single pedestal base

    One cast-aluminum pedestal replaces four legs. Saarinen wanted to clear away the clutter of legs under tables and chairs.

  • Molded shell

    The seat shell is molded fiberglass. It comes with an upholstered seat cushion or fully upholstered.

  • Fixed or swivel

    The seat is offered fixed or swiveling. Knoll says the swivel makes it easy to get to the table.

As described by Knoll on its official pages; not a Chairpedia assessment.

Before you buy

Fit (official)

  • Seat height 18½".
  • Seat depth 17", seat width 19".

Delivery and setup

  • Arrives fully assembled.
  • Weighs 20 lb.
  • 5-year warranty.

Returns (official policy)

  • Knoll store: 30 days to return your order.
  • Other sellers set their own return terms.

Sources: Knoll store, Saarinen Tulip Side Chair ↗ (checked Oct 11, 2026)

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Specs

Size and fit
Sizes
Height 32", Width 20", Depth 21¼"
Seat height
18.5 in (47 cm)
Seat depth
17 in (43.2 cm)
Seat width
19 in (48.3 cm)
Build and warranty
Warranty
5-year warranty
Chair weight
20 lb (9.1 kg)

About Knoll

Founded
1938, as the Hans G. Knoll Furniture Company in New York
Part of
MillerKnoll

Hans Knoll started the company in a small space on East 72nd Street in New York in 1938. Florence Schust joined in 1943, and she and Hans married in 1946.

Questions

How much does the Knoll Tulip Chair cost?

It costs $2,553 – $5,623 at the Knoll US Store (Tulip Side Chair (armless), upholstered seat cushion or fully upholstered, fixed or swivel, all base finishes and upholsteries; upholstered seat $2,553 to $3,640, fully upholstered $4,472 to $5,623; excludes Tulip Armchair ($3,831 to $6,903) and stool; store promo codes ignored), checked Oct 2026.

What sizes or versions of the Knoll Tulip Chair are there?

It comes in height 32", Width 20", Depth 21¼".

Where can I buy the Knoll Tulip Chair?

You can buy it from Amazon or the Knoll US Store. Check the configuration, price and return terms before ordering.

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