The Womb Chair is one of my favorite mid-century modern pieces because it is not only sexy, but really, really, comfortable. In 1948, Florence Knoll commissioned Eero Saarinen to design a chair that she could curl up in, and the Womb Chair was born. Sought after by most designers and architects, this chair is molded to envelop the sitter and offers them a comfortable sense of security.
The Womb Chair is constructed of a fiberglass shell that is then covered in foam and upholstered. The base is made from steel rods that come in either a polished chrome or black finish, and it is offered in a variety of fabrics and colors, including leather. The chair and ottoman are now available in three sizes, the original, a version that is 85% smaller than the original, and a child’s size.
Womb Chair 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
Large Womb Chair Schematic