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Eliel Saarinen Wooden Side Cupboard, Natural White, Early 20th Century

$1,748.84
£1,307.74
€1,460
CA$2,409.47
A$2,627.86
CHF 1,392.06
MX$31,504.34
NOK 17,728.71
SEK 16,211.59
DKK 11,125.78

About the Item

An early 20th century Finnish cupboard designed by Eliel Saarinen for the Munkkiniemi Pensioners building in 1918. The cupboard is in it's original painted colour wood with a nice patina. Eliel Saarinen (1873-1950) was an internationally renowned Finnish Architect and a furniture designer. Saarinen was born in Finland but moved to the US early on in his career, and started to gain attraction for his Art Nouveau style buildings and work as an exhibition architect. After placing second in a design contest for skyscrapers held by the Chicago Tribune, Eliel's bold architectural style began to heavily influence the way that skyscrapers were built in the US. Eliel also paved the way for his son Eero Saarinen, who arguably became an even more prominent architect, known for example for the St. Louis Gateway Arch.. Eliel has received countless honors and recognitions including multiple gold medals, honorary doctorates (Harvard, Cambridge etc.), Finnish medals of Honour and streets, buildings, squares and parks named after him in Finland, the United States and Paris.
  • Creator:
    Eliel Saarinen (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 25.6 in (65 cm)Width: 15.16 in (38.5 cm)Depth: 12.6 in (32 cm)
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
    Finland
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Early 20th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. The overall impression is good.
  • Seller Location:
    Helsinki, FI
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU6346239950992

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