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Knoll Model 31

Florence Knoll Model 31 Lounge Chair
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Garnerville, NY
Early Florence Knoll (Florence Knoll Bassett) designed Model 31 lounge chair, circa 1958-62. She
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Steel

Florence Knoll Model 31 Lounge Chair
Florence Knoll Model 31 Lounge Chair
H 29 in W 24.5 in D 24 in
Lounge Chair Model 31 by Florence Knoll Bassett for Knoll International Set of 2
By Florence Knoll
Located in Kelkheim (Taunus), HE
the 20th century. In 1954 she designed the model 31 armchair, which has developed into a timeless
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Contemporary Jonathan Crinion for Knoll Crinion Wood Side Armchairs - Set of 6
By Knoll
Located in Secaucus, NJ
the Knoll label attached underneath Dimensions: Height 31" x Depth 19.5" x Width 23.25" x Seat height
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Hardwood, Beech, Plywood

Jens Risom Sofa by Knoll
By Jens Risom, Knoll
Located in Highland, IN
This early Risom model 37 sofa for Knoll is classic mid-century. Designed in 1946, the dynamic, but
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Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Birch, Upholstery

Jens Risom Sofa by Knoll
Jens Risom Sofa by Knoll
H 31 in W 78 in D 33 in
Mid-Century Modular Sofa by Friedrich Hill for Walter Knoll
By Walter Knoll, Brayton International
Located in Raleigh, NC
Original leather six piece modular sofa. This Plus 144 model sofa was designed by Friedrich Hill
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Leather, Fabric, Foam

Jens Risom for Knoll Model 666 Side Chair in Birch and Green Strapping, USA
By Jens Risom
Located in Deland, FL
Designed by Jens Risom for Knoll in 1941, the model 666 chair is perhaps Risom's most iconic
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Birch

1960s Mies Van Der Rohe for Knoll International Brown Leather Three Seat Sofa
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a gorgeous Model No. 263 three-seater sofa, designed by Mies Van Der Rohe and
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Vintage 1960s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Set of Two '2' Jens Risom for Knoll Model 666 Side Dining Chairs in Birch, 1960s
By Jens Risom
Located in Deland, FL
Designed by Jens Risom for Knoll in 1941, the model 666 chair is perhaps Risom's most iconic
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Birch

1980 Richard Schultz & Knoll Prototype Flat Matte Black Outdoor Dining Armchair
By Richard Schultz
Located in Philadelphia, PA
, produced circa 1980. This is a marvelous and rare example of this model series, which was intended to take
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Vintage 1980s American Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Model 2006-S Platform Sofa in Walnut & Bouclé by Adrian Pearsall for Craft 1960s
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Deland, FL
Designed by the incomparable Adrian Pearsall, this iconic Model 2006-S Platform Sofa is the epitome
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Bouclé, Wood, Walnut

4 Mid Century Modern Maurice Burke Model 115 Tulip Star Shell Dining Chairs
By Maurice Burke
Located in Dayton, OH
with pink vinyl cushions. Made in Dallas Texas. Model 115 of the Star Trek series. Burke Inc. (1959
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

Harvey Probber Pair of Modern Swivel Cube Occasional Lounge Club Chairs, #1461
By Harvey Probber
Located in Toledo, OH
, cube form chairs on a round swivel base. Model # 1461, circa 1970's. Chair measurements 30.5" wide x 31
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Wool

Set of Two Ebonized Lounge Chairs in Bouclé by Ib Kofod Larsen for Selig, 1950s
By Selig, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Deland, FL
Designed by the visionary Danish craftsman Ib Kofod Larsen in the early 1950's this model chair
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Bouclé, Wood

Pierre Jeanneret 'Senat' Chair Designed for Chandigarh's High Court, 1959-60
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
several variations of the 'Senat' chair were produced with model designations 'A',' B', ''C' etc. This is
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Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Teak, Upholstery

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Located in Brooklyn, NY
Paired with a minimal Danish design, teak legs and cream colored upholstery make this vintage sofa by France & Sons truly unique. Please confirm item location with seller (NY/NJ).
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JENNY Large Wall Light or Sconce in Enamel & Brass by Blueprint Lighting
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Organic Modern Small Table Lamp Natural Wood Handmade Fluted Shade
By Isabel Moncada
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PATA DE ELEFANTE SMALL table lamp was designed for the Atomic collection by Mexican artist Isabel Moncada. Named Pata de Elefante –Elephant's Foot– for the prominent shape at its ba...
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21st Century Contemporary Minimal White Velvet Bench With Black Lacquered Base
Located in Porto, PT
Fifih Bench is a luxury bench upholstered in velvet and wood base. A contemporary design bench is perfect for minimalist and modern interior architecture projects. Materials: Uphols...
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6 Post-Modern Arrben Italy 'Canasta' Armchairs Leather Enameled Tubular Steel
By Arrben
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Post-Modern set of six (6) 'Canasta' armchairs by Arrben of Italy, in stitched thick saddle-leather mounted on enameled tubular steel frames. Notice how the seats defy gravit...
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Sofa Mp-61 in Rosewood by Brazilian Designer Percival Lafer, 1973
By Percival Lafer
Located in New York, NY
In his designs, Percival Lafer sought ergonomy and comfort. The MP-61 sofa and armchair, from 1973, was the first two pieces designed by Percival Lafer that used a visible fiberglass...
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Hans J. Wegner for GETAMA Sofa Daybed Model GE7 in Teak and Cane 1950s
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Seattle, WA
Designed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA this amazing convertible daybed / sofa features a beautifully patinated oak frame and woven cane / rattan back seat which reveals a hidden space fo...
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'Plissé White Edition' Pleated Textile Table Lamp by Folkform for Örsjö
By Örsjö Industri AB
Located in Glendale, CA
'Plissé White Edition' pleated textile table lamp by Folkform for Örsjö. This unique table lamp was awarded “Lighting of the Year 2022” by Residence Magazine Sweden, who called it “...
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Leather and Chrome Lounge Chairs in the Style of Florence Knoll, 1960s, Pair
By Florence Knoll
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
Nice pair of leather and chrome lounge chairs in the style of Florence Knoll, circa 1958-1962. We bought these elegant chairs in France and they have a nice construction quality t...
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Chrome

Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Armchairs in Blue Classic Boucle
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Culver City, CA
Priced Per Chair* One of Knoll's most popular designs for the past 70 years, Eero Saarinen's executive armchair is about as timeless and chic as it gets. This current set of 4 we ha...
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Adrian Pearsall 2000-S Gondola Sofa
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in Hanover, MA
SATURDAY SALE Original Adrian Pearsall gondola sofa by Craft Associates model 2000-S with walnut trim and tapered conical legs. Ready for you to reupholster. It is 29" high. The ar...
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Adrian Pearsall 2000-S Gondola Sofa
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Clara Porset's Mexican Butaque Chair, licensed reedition by Luteca
By Clara Porset, Luteca Furniture
Located in New York, NY
Cuban-born Clara Porset was a pioneer for modern design in Mexico. Having studied architecture in New York and then Paris, she finally settled in Mexico devoting her life to champion...
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Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, FD 451 sofa bed for France & Søn, 1960s
By France & Søn, Hvidt & Mølgaard
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
A beautiful FD451 articulated two seater sofa bed, designed by Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for France & Søn in Denmark around the 1960s. One interesting feature of this ...
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Allan Gould Mid Century String Lounge Chair
By Allan Gould
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A angled sculptural black iron framed Mid Century lounge chair with string woven back and seat bottom . Designed by Allan Gould in the 1950's it brought together two really different...
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Corbu Bedside Table by DeMuro Das in Charcoal Carta and Solid Walnut
By DeMuro Das
Located in New York, NY
Inspired by the graphic motifs of Le Corbusier's mural paintings, the solid form of the Corbu bedside table is defined by rhythmically placed handles. Architectural legs lend support...
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Pair of Constant Night Stands in Iroko Wood by Master Studio for Lemon
By Lemon
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Mies van der Rohe MR20 Rattan Dining Chairs
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in New London, CT
since purchased in the 70s. These chairs are a version of the chair the Mies presented at the model
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Ettore Sottsass White Lacquered 'Califfo' Sofa for Poltronova, 1962
By Poltronova, Ettore Sottsass
Located in Firenze, IT
Very rare and iconic first model of white painted wood Califfo sofa designed by Ettore Sottsass for
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Florence Knoll Model 31 Lounge Chairs
By Florence Knoll
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Florence Knoll for Knoll model 31 lounge chairs in light shell pink circa early 1950's. These
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Florence Knoll Easy Chair Model 31 for Knoll International, 1955
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Florence Knoll lounge chair model 31 for Knoll International with black metal lacquered leg. New
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Pair of Florence Knoll Easy Chairs Model 31 for Knoll International, 1955
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Pair of Florence Knoll lounge chair model 31 for Knoll International with black metal lacquered leg
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Set of Two Model 31 Easy Chairs by Florence Knoll for Knoll Int., circa 1960
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Stunning set of two easy chairs "model 31", designed by Florence Knoll and manufactured by Knoll
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Knoll Eero Saarinen Model 71 IBM Executive Chair
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Garnerville, NY
A nice example of a Eero Saarinen Model 71 Executive armchair fro Knoll International. This
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Florence Knoll Sofa
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Houston, TX
Florence Knoll sofa model 2577 Knoll Associates USA , 1955 leather, chrome-plated steel
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H 31 in W 90 in D 33 in
Pair of Florence Knoll Easy Chairs for Knoll International, 1955
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Paris, FR
Pair of Florence Knoll easy chairs model 31 for Knoll International, 1955. Newly re-upholstered
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Pair of Florence Knoll Easy Chairs for Knoll International, circa 1955
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Paris, FR
Pair of Florence Knoll easy chairs model 31 for Knoll International, 1955. Newly re-upholstered
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Pair of Florence Knoll Lounge Chairs
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Houston, TX
Florence Knoll lounge chairs (pair) model 51 Knoll Associates USA , 1955 leather, chrome
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Eero Saarinen Grasshopper Chair by Knoll, circa 1950s
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in San Antonio, TX
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Eero Saarinen for Knoll Model 71 IBM Executive Chair
Located in Garnerville, NY
A nice example of a Eero Saarinen Model 71 Executive armchair from Knoll International. This
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Bill Stephens Midcentury 1300 Series Armed Dining Chair for Knoll
By Bill Stephens, Knoll
Located in Miami, FL
reupholstered with a neutral soft ribbed bouclé fabric. This model was part of the Knoll’s catalogue until 1988
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Set 4 Early Knoll International Wassily Chairs by Marcel Breuer
By Marcel Breuer, Knoll
Located in Buffalo, NY
Knoll Labels, early (LARGE K) Dimensions: H 28 in. x W 31 in. x D 28 in., seat height 16 in. History
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Midcentury Leather Marcel Wander for Knoll Wassily Chair, circa 1950-1960
By Marcel Breuer, Knoll
Located in San Francisco, CA
. x W 31 in. x D 28 in., seat height 16 in. History Wassily chair (aka Model B3 chair) designed by
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Pair of Early Eero Saarinen, Chairs, Model 72 P*PSB
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Eero Saarinen chair, model 72 P*PSB Knoll Associates USA, 1948 Molded fiberglass, enameled
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Bill Stephens Lounge Chairs for Knoll International
By Bill Stephens
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
designer: Bill Stephens Manufacturer: Knoll International Period/Model: Mid Century Modern
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Rare George Nelson Loose Cushion Lounge Chair and Ottoman
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Kalamazoo, MI
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Pair of Holger Georg Jensen Rocking Chairs
By Kubus, Georg Jensen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
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Set of Two Florence Knoll Model 31 Lounge Chairs for Knoll International, 1954
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Echt, NL
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Set of Two Florence Knoll Model 31 Lounge Chairs for Knoll International, 1954
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Echt, NL
Rare set of model 31 lounge chairs in very good condition. Designed by Florence Knoll in 1954
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Florence Knoll Sofa Model #26, 1947-1970
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Hamburg, PA
A Classic three-seat Knoll Sofa Model #26 designed by Florence Knoll was produced circa 1947-1970
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Florence Knoll Lounge Chairs in Leather, 1955
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Houston, TX
Florence Knoll lounge chairs (pair) model 51. Knoll Associates, USA , 1955. Leather, chrome
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Florence Knoll Walnut and Woven Cane Credenza
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Scarce example of Florence Knoll’s walnut and woven cane door credenza. As seen in the Knoll
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Wassily Style Chair by Marcel Breuer-Knoll Studio- Black Leather/Chrome Armchair
By Marcel Breuer, Knoll, Wassily Kandinsky
Located in Toledo, OH
Wassily style chair by Marcel Breuer - Knoll Studio - Black leather/chrome sling armchair. The
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Harry Bertoia Diamond Chairs for Knoll International
By Harry Bertoia
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
designer: Harry Bertoia Manufacturer: Knoll international Period/Model: Mid Century Modern
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Contemporary Modern Coalesse Rectangular Together Bench by Walter Knoll
By Coalesse, EOOS
Located in Secaucus, NJ
: Contemporary/Modern Model: together bench straight with back Style number # COTO69WB15 Manufactured year
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Mid-Century Sofa
By Florence Knoll, Jens Risom
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Designer: Unknown. Manufacturer: Unknown. Period or model: Mid-Century Modern. Specs
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Mid-Century Sofa
Mid-Century Sofa
H 31 in W 78 in D 30.5 in
Finn Juhl Bwana Armchair in Teak and Mohair
By Finn Juhl
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Impressive Model-152 Bwana armchair, designed by Finn Juhl for France & Son. This elegant design
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pair easy chairs by Florence Knoll International No. 31
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Berlin, DE
Exclusive pair of easy chairs Model No. 32 by Knoll International. The chairs have the stable and
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Set of Easy Chairs by Florence Knoll International No. 31, Mid-Century Modern
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Berlin, DE
Exclusive pair of easy chairs Model No. 31 by Knoll International. The chairs have the stable and
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Clay Michie for Knoll Desk Lamp
By Clay Michie, Knoll
Located in San Francisco, CA
First production Clay Michie for Knoll 1950 model 8 desk lamp with adjustable arm and shade, white
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Marcel Breuer B3 Wassily Lounge Chairs by Knoll, 1970
By Marcel Breuer, Knoll
Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury
approach. Summery: Mid-Century Modern Knoll International Creator: Marcel Breuer Model: B3 Wassily
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Florence Knoll Lounge Chair 1960's
Located in Berkeley, CA
Rare model #31 lounge chair designed by Florence Knoll for Knoll 1954. All original in midnight
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Florence Knoll Lounge Chair 1960's
Florence Knoll Lounge Chair 1960's
H 29 in W 24 in D 27 in
Adrian Pearsall 1404-C Scoop Chair
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Long Beach, CA
A super comfortable side chair, model 1404-C designed by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates. This
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Adrian Pearsall 1404-C Scoop Chair
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H 31 in W 21 in D 21 in
Rare Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Model 37 Sofa Newly Reupholstered
By Knoll, Jens Risom
Located in Chicago, IL
Model 37 sofa designed by Jens Risom for Knoll USA, circa 1950s Reupholstered in leather with
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Knoll Model 31 For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the knoll model 31 you’re looking for. Frequently made of fabric, metal and wood, every knoll model 31 was constructed with great care. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect knoll model 31 — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A knoll model 31 is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in mid-century modern and modern styles are sought with frequency. You’ll likely find more than one knoll model 31 that is appealing in its simplicity, but Knoll, Bill Stephens and Florence Knoll produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Knoll Model 31?

Prices for a knoll model 31 can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $600 and can go as high as $15,000, while the average can fetch as much as $3,500.

Finding the Right Seating for You

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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.