Knoll Lounge Chair Armless
Pair of Armless Lounge Chairs by Florence Knoll for Knoll
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Dorchester, MA
Florence Knoll designed these slipper chairs in 1956 as part of a seating group that joined comfort
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
1973 Pair of Richard Schultz for Knoll 1966 Series Rare Armless Lounge Chairs
By Richard Schultz, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is an original pair of rare 1966 series armless lounge chairs, designed by Richard
Category
Vintage 1970s American Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
H 26.5 in W 22.5 in D 28.5 in
1960s Lounge Chair by Florence Knoll
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A lounge chair formed by an armless button-tufted upholstered seat resting on a matte steel
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
Set of Four Richard Schultz 1966 Series Armless Lounge Chairs
By Knoll, Richard Schultz
Located in Chicago, IL
Richard Schultz for 1966 series for Knoll. Set of four outdoor lounge chairs.
No longer in
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel, Metal
Pair Jens Risom Armless Lounge Chairs. Maple with Red Webbing. Signed.
By Jens Risom, Knoll
Located in Kansas City, MO
Pair of Jens Risom lounge chairs from his original 1941 design collection for Knoll. These are
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Nylon, Maple
One Vintage Jens Risom for Knoll Lounge Chairs
By Jens Risom, Knoll
Located in Pasadena, TX
One mid-century modern armless lounge chair designed by Jens Risom for Knoll originally in 1946
Category
Vintage 1950s Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Maple
2021 Knoll Pilot Low Back Armless Chair by Edward Barber and Jay Osgerby
By Edward Barber and Jay Osgerby, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an original low-back Pilot lounge chair, designed by the British design duo Edward Barber
Category
2010s American Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 31.88 in W 27.5 in D 27.5 in
Mid-Century Saarinen for Knoll Executive Armless Chairs. set of 4, dated 1963
By Eero Saarinen
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Set of 4 early Eero Saarinen design armless executive chairs from 1963.
Manufactured by Knoll
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
H 31.5 in W 22 in D 20 in
201 Armless Chair by Elias Svedberg
By Elias Svedberg
Located in Dallas, TX
Knoll International. The 201 armless chair was made 1947- 1951 in Sweden and is in very good condition
Category
Early 20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Birch, Upholstery
Restored Set of (8) Saarinen for Knoll Executive Armchairs with Wood Legs
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Set of eight vintage Saarinen for Knoll executive chairs. These chairs come in variety of
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Maple
Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chair and Ottoman in Brown Felt Upholstery Attributed
By Harvey Probber
Located in Deland, FL
Probber (though uncannily similar to Florence Knoll's armless chair), is ideal for those searching for a
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Felt
H 31 in W 23 in D 31 in
Set of Two Ebonized Lounge Chairs in Bouclé by Ib Kofod Larsen for Selig, 1950s
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Selig
Located in Deland, FL
predates his iconic (and similarly shaped) "Z" chair. However far fewer of these armless models were ever
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Bouclé, Wood
H 26.5 in W 25 in D 31 in
Pair of Blue Edward Wormley for Dunbar Slipper Chairs
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Dallas, TX
frames, padded backs and sloped seats. Artfully indulgent, this elegant armless chair beckons in luxe
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
'New York' Settee by Katavolos, Littell and Kelley for Laverne Intl, c. 1952
By Douglas Kelly, Ross Littell and William Katavolos, Laverne International
Located in Los Angeles, CA
wonderfully with the Barcelona and can solve that dilemma that has plagued many Barcelona lounge chair owners
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Settees
Materials
Steel, Chrome
H 28 in W 48.75 in D 28 in
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Located in Lisboa, PT
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
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De Sede DS-1025/09 Terrazza Sofa in Perla Upholstery by Ubald Klug
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Teta Sculptural Side Table or Stool in Tropical Hardwood by Pedro Paulo Venzon
By Pedro Paulo Venzon
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H 31.89 in W 19.69 in D 19.3 in
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By Ubald Klug, De Sede
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H 27.56 in W 61.42 in D 35.83 in
David Mazel Tov LifeGuard Chair, Handcrafted Maple Coastal Inspiration Seating
By Louie George Michael
Located in Montreal, Quebec
This chair is named in honor of the famous lifeguard. David Mazel Tov is a design focused on perspectives and it allows two people to co-exist in a space with different points of vie...
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Rattan, Maple
H 83 in W 28 in D 40 in
Pair of Vintage Caramel Barcelona Chairs by Mies van der Rohe Knoll, 1970s
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Danville, CA
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Pair of Dutch Lounge Chairs in Woven Straw and Wood
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Florence Knoll Parallel Bar Armchair, USA
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Denver, CO
Vintage lounge design (1955) by Florence Knoll re-upholstered in a patterned
wool blend of cream
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
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Pair Armless Lounge Chairs by Florence Knoll. Restored in Classic Boucle.
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Kansas City, MO
Pair of armless lounge chairs design by Florence Knoll for the Parallel Bar Series for Knoll. These
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
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H 31 in W 24.5 in D 29.75 in
Pair of Armless Parallel Bar Lounge Chairs by Florence Knoll, Gray Fabric Chrome
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Kansas City, MO
Pair of Florence Knoll parallel bar lounge chairs without arms manufactured by Knoll. Original grey
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
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Chrome
H 30.5 in W 24 in D 30 in
Pair of Jens Risom for Knoll Armless lounge chairs
Located in Ferndale, MI
Pair of Jens Risom for Knoll Armless lounge chairs
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Vintage 1950s Lounge Chairs
Pair of Armless #31 Lounge Chairs by Florence Knoll for Knoll
Located in Dorchester, MA
This pair or lounge chairs by Florence Knoll are upholstered in a undulating textile that offsets
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20th Century American Lounge Chairs
Pair of Parallel Bar Lounge Chairs, Model 51, by Florence Knoll
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Dorchester, MA
Florence Knoll's parallel bar lounge chair, model 51, places an armless angled seat upon a squared
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
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Steel
Armless Lounge Chair by Florence Knoll
By Florence Knoll
Located in Dorchester, MA
Designed in 1955, this lounge chair is very comfortable and features a streamlined silhouette. It
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Pair of Early Armless Florence Knoll Lounge Side Slipper Chairs Excellent
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Kansas City, MO
Beautifully reupholstered in Knoll cuddle cloth, this is a rare set of walnut frame Florence Knoll
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
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Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Chaise Lounge
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in New York, NY
MR chaise lounge, hard to find armless version, in leather upholstery with tubular chrome frame
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Vintage 1970s American International Style Lounge Chairs
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Set of Two (2) Triangular Back Armless Slipper Chairs by Selig, USA, c. 1962
By Selig
Located in Deland, FL
As rare as they are visually alluring this exquisite set of slipper chairs produced by Selig
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
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Located in Phoenix, AZ
Paul McCobb for Directional armless lounge chair, circa mid-1950s. This elegant example has been
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Located in San Diego, CA
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Located in San Francisco, CA
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs
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Located in Chicago, IL
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Located in East Hampton, NY
- sold separately is a pair of armchairs and a pair of armless lounge chairs (upholstered in the same
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Armless Lounge Chair by Florence Knoll
By Florence Knoll
Located in Belmont, MA
Armless lounge chair by Florence Knoll upholstered in blue fabric with chrome legs and supports.
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
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Chrome
Early Pair of Florence Knoll Armless Slipper Lounge Chairs, Excellent Condition
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Kansas City, MO
Early and rare pair of Florence Knoll chairs. Expertly reupholstered. These predate the parallel
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
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Steel
H 30 in W 24 in D 29 in
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Located in Oakland, CA
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
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By Knoll, Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Dorchester, MA
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Kazuhide Takahama 1965
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By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Houston, TX
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Lounge Chair in Chrome
By Art Metal Co., Florence Knoll
Located in South Charleston, WV
Art Metal Co
Circa 1960
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Four-Seat Sofa by Katavolos, Littell and Kelley for Laverne International, 1950s
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Pair of Armless Knoll Lounge Chairs in Gray Linen
By Florence Knoll
Located in New York, NY
Pair of armless Florence Knoll lounge chairs, reupholstered in gray linen fabric on stainless steel
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Located in New York, NY
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By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Frankfurt, Hessen, DE
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
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20th Century American Lounge Chairs
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Located in Hudson, NY
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Vintage 1950s American Lounge Chairs
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Pair of Florence Knoll Armless Lounge Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Authentic Knoll design, c. 1955 classic 'Parallel Bar' series.
Matched pair acquired from
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Pair of Florence Knoll armless quilted lounge chairs
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Florence Knoll 1950's armless lounge chairs on chrome frames, reupholstered in Belgian
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Jens Risom Pair of Webbed Lounge Chairs
By Jens Risom
Located in San Francisco, CA
Jens Risom armless lounge chairs, blonde wood frame wtih terracotta nylon webbing.
Current Knoll
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Vintage 1950s American Modern Lounge Chairs
Vintage Leather Lounge Chairs by the U.S. Royal Metal Corporation
By Royal Metal Co.
Located in San Francisco, CA
Pair of Royal Metal Leather lounge chairs inspired by Mies van der Rohe and Poul Kjaerholm
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
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Chrome
Pair of Jens Risom Armless Lounge Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Pair of lounge chairs designed by Jens Risom for Knoll, c. 1948. Early productions
with
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PAIR of Florence Knoll Lounge Chairs
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Classic pair of armless lounge chairs designed by Florence Knoll for Knoll Associates. This pair
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Pair of Florence Knoll parallel bar lounge chairs-1950's
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Florence Knoll parallel frame armless lounge chairs, reupholstered in brown linen.
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Florence Knoll 'Parallel Bar' Two-Seat Armless Sofa for Knoll Associates 'USA'
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Denver, CO
Two-seat armless sofa or settee designed by Florence Knoll recently reupholstered in 'Ash' wool
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Knoll Lounge Chair Armless For Sale on 1stDibs
Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the knoll lounge chair armless you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each knoll lounge chair armless for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using fabric, metal and wood. There are many kinds of the knoll lounge chair armless you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. A knoll lounge chair armless, designed in the mid-century modern or Scandinavian Modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Many designers have produced at least one well-made knoll lounge chair armless over the years, but those crafted by Knoll, Florence Knoll and Dunbar are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a Knoll Lounge Chair Armless?
The average selling price for a knoll lounge chair armless at 1stDibs is $6,800, while they’re typically $550 on the low end and $12,000 for the highest priced.
Finding the Right seating for You
With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.
Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.
Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.
The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.
Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.
With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.
Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.
No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.
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