Eero Saarinen coffee table, oval, "Tulip" by Knoll International, circa 70's

Oval coffee table "tulip" vintage, design eero saarinen for knoll international, circa 70.the top is marble "arabescato", which rests on the emblematic foot "tulip" made of cast aluminum, covered with rilsan, where the embossed model number 150 / "knoll international " are present (see photos). Due to the type of material used to cover the base, embossed mark, this table most likely dates from the 70s-80s, contemporary tables now have a "plate" under the tray. The information is based on several discussions with authorized knoll distributors. The table is in good condition of vintage origin, with some traces of use, light, use and a patina of time on the tray, pedestal and the base of the pedestal (see photos). There is a small crack (see the photos next to the 1 cent coins for perspective, zoomed in photos and taken voluntarily against the light to really show to the maximum what can be seen.) this type of occurrence with respect to marble, as noted by the marble maker, is what is usually called a natural part of marble veining. In order to distinguish between a crack and another type (breach/ breakage), this one extends in the same direction as the vein and is barely perceptible to the touch, while a breach / beginning of break would be perpendicular to the vein. To further validate this information, the table was checked and polished mechanically with an industrial machine at professional marble makers, which would not be absolutely impossible if it were a breach or break, the table could not have supported the pressure of the machine. The table comes from the original owner and keeping this in mind, this table has been used carefree for 40-50 years now and the marble is still in a beautiful condition for its age. If there was any doubt on the table, it would not be for sale.

Ref. : BV1R5344