Some iconic designs within Mid-Century Modern always had it all to succeed: from their name to the materials, shape, and innovative attributes that managed to catch the eye of both the average public and furniture design enthusiasts and even professionals and specialists. The case of the Womb Chair is particularly outstanding in that regard since it’s a model that presented a new proposal in terms of aesthetics, structure, technique, and versatility. It’s the kind of piece that any Mid-Century Modern admirer can easily fall in love with. In addition, it’s a product that has been tirelessly replicated since the time it appeared on the market.

Born from the imagination of the world-renowned Eero Saarinen, the Womb Chair is here to stay. When she broke the mold in 1946, it was clear that she would neither be easily forgotten nor go unnoticed. In fact, it has remained on the best-seller, most-wanted lists ever since, and earned its unshakable “iconic” status. It’s believed that its name is due to the feeling that Saarinen sought to convey to the user through his design: to make them feel like they were in a cozy “womb”, where they would feel protected and warm, unlike the traditional designs of modern chairs, in which the seat and backrest don’t usually give space for additional elements. In the case of the Saarinen Womb chair, the seat, armrests, and back are made to conform to the person’s anatomy for more complete support.

Beautiful, authentic, and original, without a doubt the Womb chair is one of the most beloved pieces of mid-century modernism and the history of furniture design in general.