Model 61 ‘Grasshopper’ Lounge Chair by Eero Saarinen
Eero Saarinen for Knoll Inc. / International
Design: 1946 | Manufactured: 1950s
This design classic got its name, Grasshopper Chair, because the chair’s curved bentwood arms/legs reminded Saarinen of a grasshopper’s hind legs. The seat was meant for relaxing and leaning back to read or relax. The chair is restored, conforming to its original manufacturing methods and material. No-sag springs, horse hair, and foam restored the interior to ensure durable comfort, whereas the high-end fabric complements the quirky shape of the chair and overall look. The chair is upholstered all the way around, so including the underside.
Eero Saarinen was a Finnish-American architect and furniture designer best known for designing the now-called TWA Flight Center in New York City and the Womb Chair (designed in 1947). Knoll took all Saarinen chairs into production and became highly successful internationally.
The Grasshopper Chair was designed in 1946 under Model number 61 and produced only shortly (until 1965) by Knoll Associates.
Please note the patina and signs of usage on the wooden frame. We decided not to restore these, since it proves its authenticity and age.
Bespoke Vintage
At Bespoke Vintage, we reimagine iconic furniture pieces, combining the timeless appeal of mid-century modern American and Scandinavian design with contemporary aesthetics. Our craft is rooted in sustainability and respect for quality. We reupholster classics with premium fabrics acquired from leading brands while preserving and reusing as much of the original hardware as possible. The result? Masterfully restored furniture that reflects enduring craftsmanship and gets a second—or even third—life in your interior.
Condition
Good, shows signs of age on the frame. All new upholstery.Dimensions
W75 x D90 x H86 cm | Seat height 40 cmOrigin
USAFabric
Kvadrat (70% new wool, 30% viscose) / Request a sampleMaterial
Maple woodAbout the designer
Eero Saarinen
Eero Saarinen (1910–1961) was a Finnish-American architect and designer whose visionary work helped define the language of modern design in the mid-20th century. Educated at the Cranbrook Academy of Art alongside contemporaries such as Charles and Ray Eames and Florence Knoll, Saarinen shared a belief in the unity of architecture, furniture, and form. His designs are distinguished by their sculptural clarity and pursuit of organic, flowing shapes that transcend pure function.
From the iconic Tulip Chair and Pedestal Table for Knoll to architectural masterpieces like the TWA Terminal in New York and the Gateway Arch in St. Louis, Saarinen’s work bridges art and engineering. His creations embody a timeless elegance, expressive, human, and forward-looking, continuing to inspire architects and designers around the world.
About the manufacturer
Knoll Inc. / International
Founded in 1938 in New York by Hans Knoll, and later joined by Florence Knoll, Knoll International became one of the most influential design companies of the 20th century. Built on the modernist principles of the Bauhaus and the International Style, Knoll redefined how the world furnished its homes and workplaces, bringing together architecture, art, and industrial production in perfect harmony.
Through collaborations with some of the era’s most visionary designers, including Eero Saarinen, Harry Bertoia, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Marcel Breuer, and Florence Knoll herself, the company created a collection that reads like a history of modern design. Each piece was conceived not as a standalone object, but as part of a holistic environment, a “total design” philosophy that continues to shape contemporary interiors.
Today, Knoll remains synonymous with timeless quality and innovation. Its furniture embodies clarity, function, and refined beauty, a lasting testament to the belief that modern design can elevate everyday life.