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Set of Eight Eero Saarinen Tulip Chairs for Knoll, Mid-Century, 1950
Set of Eight Eero Saarinen Tulip Chairs for Knoll, Mid-Century, 1950

Set of Eight Eero Saarinen Tulip Chairs for Knoll, Mid-Century, 1950

By Knoll

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

Set of 8 "Tulip" chairs designed by Eero Saarinen (1910 - 1961) and manufactured by Knoll.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Lounge Chair by Florence Knoll for Knoll
Lounge Chair by Florence Knoll for Knoll

Lounge Chair by Florence Knoll for Knoll

By Florence Knoll, Knoll

Located in Sagaponack, NY

A lounge chair formed by an armless button-tufted upholstered seat resting on a matte steel, rectilinear architectural frame.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Brno Style Chairs by Knoll, Stainless Steel & Harris Wool, 1950
Brno Style Chairs by Knoll, Stainless Steel & Harris Wool, 1950

Brno Style Chairs by Knoll, Stainless Steel & Harris Wool, 1950

By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Pair of Ludwig Mies Van Der Rohe style flat bar chairs. Polished flat stainless steel frames upholstered in a Harris wool tweed bluish color over padded seats and backs with a padded...

Category

20th Century American Bauhaus Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Florence Knoll 51W Lounge Chair, 1955
Florence Knoll 51W Lounge Chair, 1955

Florence Knoll 51W Lounge Chair, 1955

By Knoll, Florence Knoll

Located in Hamburg, PA

SHIPPING COSTS NOT INCLUDED. PLEASE CONFIRM YOUR SHIPPING COST BEFORE PURCHASING. SEE SHIPPING INFORMATION BELOW. Designed by Florence Knoll in 1955 for Knoll Associates, this elega...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

1950 Knoll Risom Side Chair in Maple with Black Webbing, Model 666C-WB
1950 Knoll Risom Side Chair in Maple with Black Webbing, Model 666C-WB

1950 Knoll Risom Side Chair in Maple with Black Webbing, Model 666C-WB

By Jens Risom, Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Risom side chair, Model 666C-WB, designed by Jens Risom for Knoll in 1943. This is an early example, dating to the early 1950s. The design features a lacquered maple frame,...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Steel

Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Side Chair in White Ivory Shearling c. 1950
Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Side Chair in White Ivory Shearling c. 1950

Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Side Chair in White Ivory Shearling c. 1950

By Eero Saarinen, Knoll

Located in Saint Louis, MO

Executive side chair designed by Mid Century Modern designer royalty Eero Saarinen and constructed by one of the very top makers of quality modern furniture of the time, Knoll. Eero ...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Metal

Pair of beige 51W Florence Knoll Lounge Chairs by Knoll Associates, USA, 1950s
Pair of beige 51W Florence Knoll Lounge Chairs by Knoll Associates, USA, 1950s

Pair of beige 51W Florence Knoll Lounge Chairs by Knoll Associates, USA, 1950s

By Knoll, Florence Knoll

Located in Berlin, DE

Pair of 51W florence Knoll lounge chairs by Knoll Associates, USA 1950s The chairs have a vintage upholstery. We are offering also reupholstery in our in house workshop.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

White Wire Side Chair by Harry Bertoia for Knoll, Pair Circa 1952
White Wire Side Chair by Harry Bertoia for Knoll, Pair Circa 1952

White Wire Side Chair by Harry Bertoia for Knoll, Pair Circa 1952

By Knoll

Located in Van Nuys, CA

The Bertoia Side Chair is a timeless icon of mid-century modern design, originally created by Italian-born sculptor and designer Harry Bertoia in 1952 for Knoll. Renowned for its air...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Harry Bertoia Diamond Chair and Ottoman for Knoll, circa 1950's
Harry Bertoia Diamond Chair and Ottoman for Knoll, circa 1950's

Harry Bertoia Diamond Chair and Ottoman for Knoll, circa 1950's

By Knoll, Harry Bertoia

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

Large diamond chrome chair designed by Harry Bertoia for Knoll in 1952. The chair and ottoman have the original red fabric cover. Harry Bertoia’s wire chairs are among the most rec...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Eero Saarinen Conference Side Chair for Knoll
Eero Saarinen Conference Side Chair for Knoll

Eero Saarinen Conference Side Chair for Knoll

By Eero Saarinen, Knoll

Located in Barcelona, ES

Conference side chair designed by Eero Saarinen in 1957 for Knoll Internatinal, USA. Upholstered with mohair fabric and ebonized oak wooden legs.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Vintage Florence Knoll Slipper Lounge Chairs Restored in Leather
Vintage Florence Knoll Slipper Lounge Chairs Restored in Leather

Vintage Florence Knoll Slipper Lounge Chairs Restored in Leather

By Knoll, Florence Knoll

Located in Dallas, TX

A beautiful set of unique and very high-quality 'slipper chairs' model 51W, an early design by American designer Florence Knoll dates from 1955 and is becoming more rare to find nowa...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Pair of Lounge Chairs Model 369 by Walter Knoll, Germany, 1950s
Pair of Lounge Chairs Model 369 by Walter Knoll, Germany, 1950s

Pair of Lounge Chairs Model 369 by Walter Knoll, Germany, 1950s

By Walter Knoll

Located in ŁÓDŹ, PL

An iconic pair of Model 369 lounge chairs produced by Walter Knoll in 1950s Germany. The design features molded plastic shells supported by elegant chrome frames, reflecting the tech...

Category

Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Original Cognac Leather Hardoy Butterfly Chair, Issued by Knoll, 1950s
Original Cognac Leather Hardoy Butterfly Chair, Issued by Knoll, 1950s

Original Cognac Leather Hardoy Butterfly Chair, Issued by Knoll, 1950s

By Knoll, Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Vintage Butterfly Chair with a tan leather sling, designed by Antonio Bonet, Juan Kurchan, and Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy, issued by Knoll. This iconic mid-century design exudes a relaxed ...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather

1950s Harry Bertoia for Knoll Bertoia Side / Dining Chair
1950s Harry Bertoia for Knoll Bertoia Side / Dining Chair

1950s Harry Bertoia for Knoll Bertoia Side / Dining Chair

By Knoll, Harry Bertoia

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Bertoia Two Tone side chair, originally designed by Harry Bertoia in 1952. This particular example was produced by Knoll in the USA in the 1950s. The design is comprised of...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Steel

Original Deep Brown Leather Hardoy Butterfly Chair, Issued by Knoll, 1950s
Original Deep Brown Leather Hardoy Butterfly Chair, Issued by Knoll, 1950s

Original Deep Brown Leather Hardoy Butterfly Chair, Issued by Knoll, 1950s

By Knoll, Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Vintage Butterfly Chair with chocolate brown leather sling, designed by Antonio Bonet, Juan Kurchan & Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy, issued by Knoll. An iconic mid-century design with a rela...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather

Restored Eero Saarinen Womb Lounge Chair for Knoll, Fiberglass, 1950s
Restored Eero Saarinen Womb Lounge Chair for Knoll, Fiberglass, 1950s

Restored Eero Saarinen Womb Lounge Chair for Knoll, Fiberglass, 1950s

By Eero Saarinen, Knoll

Located in Detroit, MI

Note: We have a collection of vintage Eero Saarinen Womb chairs and loveseat settees undergoing restoration and can offer the pieces in multiples and with custom upholstery options. ...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Swivel Chair by Vincent Cafiero for Knoll
Swivel Chair by Vincent Cafiero for Knoll

Swivel Chair by Vincent Cafiero for Knoll

By Knoll, Vincent Cafiero

Located in Sagaponack, NY

A swivel lounge chair, with the original button-tufted black leather upholstery, on a five-point polished aluminum base. Upholstery required.  

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

1950s Grasshopper Chair and Stool for Knoll
1950s Grasshopper Chair and Stool for Knoll

1950s Grasshopper Chair and Stool for Knoll

By Eero Saarinen, Knoll

Located in Praha, CZ

- The chair was carefully refurbished from early model original piece. - The wooden parts have been black lacquered in high gloss finish. - Newly upholstered in white leather. - S...

Category

Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Early Restored Mid Century Brown Womb Lounge Chair by Saarinen for Knoll
Early Restored Mid Century Brown Womb Lounge Chair by Saarinen for Knoll

Early Restored Mid Century Brown Womb Lounge Chair by Saarinen for Knoll

By Eero Saarinen, Knoll

Located in Detroit, MI

Note: We have a collection of authentic vintage Eero Saarinen for Knoll Womb chairs and loveseat settees undergoing restoration and can offer the pieces in multiples and with custom ...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

One Vintage Jens Risom for Knoll Lounge Chairs
One Vintage Jens Risom for Knoll Lounge Chairs

One Vintage Jens Risom for Knoll Lounge Chairs

By Knoll, Jens Risom

Located in Pasadena, TX

One mid-century modern armless lounge chair designed by Jens Risom for Knoll originally in 1946. This early design has a hard maple frame with new linen upholstery.

Category

Vintage 1950s Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Maple

White Bertoia Steel Wire Side Chair With "X" Base by Knoll, Set of 6
White Bertoia Steel Wire Side Chair With "X" Base by Knoll, Set of 6

White Bertoia Steel Wire Side Chair With "X" Base by Knoll, Set of 6

By Knoll

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Set of 6 original 1950s white steel wire Bertoia side chairs with "X" base by Knoll. Hans and Florence Knoll never insisted that Harry Bertoia design furniture when they originally ...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Steel

Early Production Eero Saarinen for Knoll Womb Chair / Classic Modern Design
Early Production Eero Saarinen for Knoll Womb Chair / Classic Modern Design

Early Production Eero Saarinen for Knoll Womb Chair / Classic Modern Design

By Eero Saarinen, Knoll

Located in Buffalo, NY

Early Production Eero Saarinen for Knoll Womb Chair / Classic Mid Century Modern Design,, Chair in "as is" original condition.. Perfect candidate for a re-do.. Can be fully ,professi...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Iron

Early Restored Mid Century Green Womb Lounge Chair by Saarinen for Knoll
Early Restored Mid Century Green Womb Lounge Chair by Saarinen for Knoll

Early Restored Mid Century Green Womb Lounge Chair by Saarinen for Knoll

By Knoll, Eero Saarinen

Located in Detroit, MI

Note: We currently have multiple authentic vintage Eero Saarinen for Knoll Womb chairs and settees undergoing restoration. Pieces are available individually or in multiples, with add...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Early Restored Mid Century Ivory Wool Womb Chair by Saarinen for Knoll
Early Restored Mid Century Ivory Wool Womb Chair by Saarinen for Knoll

Early Restored Mid Century Ivory Wool Womb Chair by Saarinen for Knoll

By Knoll, Eero Saarinen

Located in Detroit, MI

Note: We have a collection of vintage Eero Saarinen Womb chairs and loveseat settees undergoing restoration and can offer the pieces in multiples and with custom upholstery options. ...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Vostra Chairs by Walter Knoll - Germany
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Vostra Chairs by Walter Knoll - Germany

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Vostra Chairs by Walter Knoll - Germany

By Walter Knoll

Located in Girona, Girona

Model: Vostra. Design: Walter Knoll Team. Manufacturer: Walter Knoll. Germany, circa 1950.

Category

Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Felt, Beech

Eero Saarinen CHAIR '71' For Knoll
Eero Saarinen CHAIR '71' For Knoll

Eero Saarinen CHAIR '71' For Knoll

By Eero Saarinen

Located in Forest, BE

Eero Saarinen designed furniture as a means to problem-solve. Each of his works had a distinct vocabulary of form, startlingly different from the other. The Model 71 and 72 Chairs – ...

Category

Vintage 1950s Chairs

Materials

Metal

1950s Set of Four Eero Saarinen for Knoll Armless Executive Side Chairs w/ Legs
1950s Set of Four Eero Saarinen for Knoll Armless Executive Side Chairs w/ Legs

1950s Set of Four Eero Saarinen for Knoll Armless Executive Side Chairs w/ Legs

By Knoll, Eero Saarinen

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a set of four Saarinen Executive Chairs, model 72C, originally designed by Eero Saarinen for Knoll International in 1950.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Fiberglass, Walnut, Upholstery, Foam

Vintage Swiss Production Grasshopper Chair by Eero Saarinen for Knoll, 1950s
Vintage Swiss Production Grasshopper Chair by Eero Saarinen for Knoll, 1950s

Vintage Swiss Production Grasshopper Chair by Eero Saarinen for Knoll, 1950s

By Knoll, Eero Saarinen

Located in Renens, CH

Grasshopper Chair by Eero Saarinen for Knoll The Grasshopper (or model 61) chair was designed by Eero Saarinen for Knoll in 1946, it was actually the first chair designed for the ...

Category

Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Wood

1950s Set of Four Harry Bertoia for Knoll Child Size Side Chair No. 425-N
1950s Set of Four Harry Bertoia for Knoll Child Size Side Chair No. 425-N

1950s Set of Four Harry Bertoia for Knoll Child Size Side Chair No. 425-N

By Knoll, Harry Bertoia

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a set of four Child's Bertoia Side Chair with seat cushion, originally designed by Harry Bertoia in 1955. These particular examples were produced by Knoll in the USA in the 1...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Steel

1950's Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Style Lounge Chairs - a Pair
1950's Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Style Lounge Chairs - a Pair

1950's Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Style Lounge Chairs - a Pair

By Jens Risom, Knoll

Located in Burbank, CA

Pair of 1950's Midcentury Modern lounge chairs for sale. These lounge chairs are really solid and well made, and have coil springs on the seat. They also have springs on the backrest...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wood, Fabric

Jens Risom Lounge Chair for Knoll.  Expertly Restored in Off White Boucle
Jens Risom Lounge Chair for Knoll.  Expertly Restored in Off White Boucle

Jens Risom Lounge Chair for Knoll. Expertly Restored in Off White Boucle

By Knoll, Jens Risom

Located in Kansas City, MO

Classic and rare lounge chair designed by Jens Risom when he was design director for Knoll in the early 1950s. This example has been expertly refinished and reupholstered in an off ...

Category

Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Knoll Armless Saarinen Plastic-Back Side Chair in ZigZag Fabric
Knoll Armless Saarinen Plastic-Back Side Chair in ZigZag Fabric

Knoll Armless Saarinen Plastic-Back Side Chair in ZigZag Fabric

By Knoll, Eero Saarinen

Located in Wilton, CT

This Eero Saarinen for Knoll plastic-back side chair was reupholstered in a geometric zigzag mutlicolor fabric. We offer this at a set - perfect for a fun kitchen - or as a single ch...

Category

Vintage 1950s North American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel

Jens Risom Model 666 Dining Chair or for Knoll International Set of 4
Jens Risom Model 666 Dining Chair or for Knoll International Set of 4

Jens Risom Model 666 Dining Chair or for Knoll International Set of 4

By Knoll, Jens Risom

Located in Munich, Bavaria

Jens Risom Model 666 Dining chair. Beechwood and blue wool fabric. Mid Century Dining chairs. This early condition is made from the 50ties. Beautiful patina on the wood. Set of 4

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech

2er Set Original Harry Bertoia Stühle Knoll Intenational 1970er
2er Set Original Harry Bertoia Stühle Knoll Intenational 1970er

2er Set Original Harry Bertoia Stühle Knoll Intenational 1970er

By Knoll, Harry Bertoia

Located in Berlin, DE

Wir bieten ein wunderschönes 2er Set Vintage Stühle vom US Premiumhersteller Knoll International zum Verkauf an. Der Entwurf stammt von Harry Bertoia und gilt als wahrer Designklassi...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Set of Two Florence Knoll Armchairs in Original Blue Upholstery, USA 1950s
Set of Two Florence Knoll Armchairs in Original Blue Upholstery, USA 1950s

Set of Two Florence Knoll Armchairs in Original Blue Upholstery, USA 1950s

By Florence Knoll

Located in Hellouw, NL

Florence Knoll’s designs are known for their clean lines and timeless appeal. This pair of mid-century armchairs embodies her philosophy of functional elegance. With their balanced p...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy Butterfly Chair for Knoll in Original Dark Brown Leather
Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy Butterfly Chair for Knoll in Original Dark Brown Leather

Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy Butterfly Chair for Knoll in Original Dark Brown Leather

By Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy, Knoll

Located in Berlin, DE

We have another model of the butterfly chair with light brown leather listed. The butterfly chair, also known as the BKF chair or the Hardoy chair, is a folding chair with a sim...

Category

Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

1952 Franco Albini for Knoll No. 48 Desk / Dining Chair w Arms Walnut and Fabric
1952 Franco Albini for Knoll No. 48 Desk / Dining Chair w Arms Walnut and Fabric

1952 Franco Albini for Knoll No. 48 Desk / Dining Chair w Arms Walnut and Fabric

By Franco Albini, Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Listed for sale is an exceptionally rare No. 48 desk/dining chair, designed by Franco Albini and produced by Knoll. This was one of Knoll's earliest designs and this appears to be on...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Ladislav Rado R-83 Lounge Chair for Knoll & Drake Mid Century Modern Clean Lines
Ladislav Rado R-83 Lounge Chair for Knoll & Drake Mid Century Modern Clean Lines

Ladislav Rado R-83 Lounge Chair for Knoll & Drake Mid Century Modern Clean Lines

By Ladislav Rado, Knoll & Drake

Located in Atlanta, GA

Clean Lined Mid Century Lounge Chair, designed by Ladislav Rado for Knoll & Drake, American, circa 1950s. It retains its second generation upholstery which is in good shape with some...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal, Steel

Model 72 Dining Chairs by Eero Saarinen for Knoll, 1960s USA, Set of 4
Model 72 Dining Chairs by Eero Saarinen for Knoll, 1960s USA, Set of 4

Model 72 Dining Chairs by Eero Saarinen for Knoll, 1960s USA, Set of 4

By Eero Saarinen, Knoll

Located in GORINCHEM, NL

The Saarinen Model 72 Dining Chair by Knoll International is a true design icon.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

C. 1951 Set of Nine Jens Risom for Knoll 666 Dining Chairs in Walnut with Seats
C. 1951 Set of Nine Jens Risom for Knoll 666 Dining Chairs in Walnut with Seats

C. 1951 Set of Nine Jens Risom for Knoll 666 Dining Chairs in Walnut with Seats

By Knoll, Jens Risom

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a set of nine American Walnut Armchairs, Model 666, designed by Jens Risom for Knoll Associates in 1942. This set dates to circa 1951, and the listed price includes the set o...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Steel

Mid-Century Hannah Morrison for Knoll Suede Office Chair, 1950s
Mid-Century Hannah Morrison for Knoll Suede Office Chair, 1950s

Mid-Century Hannah Morrison for Knoll Suede Office Chair, 1950s

By Bruce Hannah & Andrew Morrison, Knoll

Located in Paris, FR

Superb desk chair designed in the USA by Bruce Hannah and Andrew Morrison for Knoll in the 1950s-1960s composed of a meticulously polished aluminium structure with swivel base on rol...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Donald Knorr Modernist Chair for Knoll
Donald Knorr Modernist Chair for Knoll

Donald Knorr Modernist Chair for Knoll

By Donald Knorr

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

A rare chair by Donald Knorr for Knoll. Great modernist design, bent sheet metal with solid rod steel legs.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Slipper Chairs

Materials

Steel, Wrought Iron

Eero Saarinen 'Executive' Leather Armchair for Knoll
Eero Saarinen 'Executive' Leather Armchair for Knoll

Eero Saarinen 'Executive' Leather Armchair for Knoll

By Knoll, Eero Saarinen

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Eero Saarinen’s 'executive' armchair for Knoll originally designed in the 1950s is an enduring design. First seen in an office setting this piece is now often featured as a dining ch...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Eero SAARINEN (1910-1961) & KNOLL INTERNATIONAL (publisher) 4 swivel chairs
Eero SAARINEN (1910-1961) & KNOLL INTERNATIONAL (publisher) 4 swivel chairs

Eero SAARINEN (1910-1961) & KNOLL INTERNATIONAL (publisher) 4 swivel chairs

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Four “TULIP” swivel chairs with white fiberglass shells on cast aluminum legs lacquered aluminum. Seats with removable black fabric cushions. Bibliography : - Collectif, Knoll au Mus...

Category

Vintage 1950s Chairs

Materials

Iron

Vintage Restored Florence Knoll Armchairs in Pierre Frey Teddy Mohair
Vintage Restored Florence Knoll Armchairs in Pierre Frey Teddy Mohair

Vintage Restored Florence Knoll Armchairs in Pierre Frey Teddy Mohair

By Florence Knoll

Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO

These are so beautiful and so comfortable. We love the architectural lines and geometric profile of this iconic Florence Knoll design. This pair is an early example with the walnut l...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Mohair, Velvet, Walnut

Midcentury Black Leather 1960s Eero Saarinen Knoll Executive Armchair
Midcentury Black Leather 1960s Eero Saarinen Knoll Executive Armchair

Midcentury Black Leather 1960s Eero Saarinen Knoll Executive Armchair

By Knoll, Eero Saarinen

Located in Basel, BS

Eero Saarinen Executive Chairs made by Knoll Associates. Originally designed in 1950.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Midcentury Navy Blue Wool Upholstered Eero Saarinen Knoll Armchairs, Pair
Midcentury Navy Blue Wool Upholstered Eero Saarinen Knoll Armchairs, Pair

Midcentury Navy Blue Wool Upholstered Eero Saarinen Knoll Armchairs, Pair

By Knoll, Eero Saarinen

Located in Basel, BS

Eero Saarinen Executive Chairs made by Knoll Associates. Originally designed in 1950.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wool, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Set of 6 Eero Saarinen Knoll Dining Chairs w Wood Legs C1955
Mid-Century Modern Set of 6 Eero Saarinen Knoll Dining Chairs w Wood Legs C1955

Mid-Century Modern Set of 6 Eero Saarinen Knoll Dining Chairs w Wood Legs C1955

By Knoll, Eero Saarinen

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Fabulous set of six Executive dining chairs by Eero Saarinen for Knoll C1955. These are the bent wood version, walnut. Made and sold to the IBM machine co in the fifties these were ...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Six Jens Risom dining chairs for Knoll International Model 666.
Six Jens Risom dining chairs for Knoll International Model 666.

Six Jens Risom dining chairs for Knoll International Model 666.

By Knoll, Jens Risom

Located in Firenze, FI

Six elegant dining chairs model 666, designed by Jens Risom for Knoll International in the 1950s, an authentic expression of mid-century modernist design. The chairs feature a sleek...

Category

Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Beech

Set of 4 Mid-Century Modern Harry Bertoia "Wire" Chairs for Knoll
Set of 4 Mid-Century Modern Harry Bertoia "Wire" Chairs for Knoll

Set of 4 Mid-Century Modern Harry Bertoia "Wire" Chairs for Knoll

By Harry Bertoia

Located in TOULOUSE, FR

■ ABOUT THE PIECE Presented by Les Merciers gallery, this is an authentic vintage set of 4 "Wire" chairs, designed by master sculptor Harry Bertoia for Knoll International. This earl...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Mid-Century Lounge Chair
Mid-Century Lounge Chair

Mid-Century Lounge Chair

By Knoll Antimott

Located in Schöfflisdorf, CH

New reupholstered and recovered with a period green and orange velvet. Very comfortable and easy to lay down.

Category

Vintage 1950s German Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Pair of Vintage Jens Risom Side Chairs for Knoll
Pair of Vintage Jens Risom Side Chairs for Knoll

Pair of Vintage Jens Risom Side Chairs for Knoll

Located in Esperance, NY

Great vintage set of Jens Risom Side Chairs for Knoll in birch with strapping Condition: The chairs exhibit noticeable wear on their frames, including scratches, stains, and discolo...

Category

Vintage 1950s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Birch

1950s Ray Komai White Boucle Chair Mid Century Modern Eames Knoll
1950s Ray Komai White Boucle Chair Mid Century Modern Eames Knoll

1950s Ray Komai White Boucle Chair Mid Century Modern Eames Knoll

By J.G. Furniture Company, Ray Komai

Located in Virginia Beach, VA

A 1950s Ray Komai chair in solid iron and new white boucle manufactured by J.G. Furniture Company in Brooklyn, New York in 1949. Exhibited in the US Pavilion in the 1951 Milan Trienn...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Iron

Mid century vintage Mies Van Der Rohe Brno chairs by Knoll
Mid century vintage Mies Van Der Rohe Brno chairs by Knoll

Mid century vintage Mies Van Der Rohe Brno chairs by Knoll

By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe

Located in Allentown, PA

These chairs were manufactured by Knoll circa 1950.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Metal

1 Knoll Pollock Executive Swivel Armchair Black Leather
1 Knoll Pollock Executive Swivel Armchair Black Leather

1 Knoll Pollock Executive Swivel Armchair Black Leather

By Knoll, Charles Pollock

Located in Pasadena, TX

Knoll Pollock Executive Swivel armchair black leather 1956 Design Charles Pollock’s 1965 executive chair, now considered one of Knoll’s most memorable designs, features a chrome r...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather

Set of Chair model Tulip by Eero Saarinen For Knoll International, USA 1957.
Set of Chair model Tulip by Eero Saarinen For Knoll International, USA 1957.

Set of Chair model Tulip by Eero Saarinen For Knoll International, USA 1957.

Located in Lot/Drogenbos, BE

Set of 6 Chairs model " Tulip " base in white lacquered aluminum Fiberglass structure with original bleu fabric cushion . Designed by Eero Saarinen for Knoll International, USA 1957....

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Vintage 1950s American Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Fiberglass

Pair Knoll #72 chairs designed by Eero Saarinen for the GM Styling Studio
Pair Knoll #72 chairs designed by Eero Saarinen for the GM Styling Studio

Pair Knoll #72 chairs designed by Eero Saarinen for the GM Styling Studio

Located in Fraser, MI

Please feel free to reach out for efficient shipping quote to your location. Pair Knoll #72 chairs. Designed by Eero Saarinen for the GM Styling Studio 1956.

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Vintage 1950s Chairs

Materials

Steel

1950s Ray Komai Mahogany and Iron Chair Mid Century Modern Eames Knoll
1950s Ray Komai Mahogany and Iron Chair Mid Century Modern Eames Knoll

1950s Ray Komai Mahogany and Iron Chair Mid Century Modern Eames Knoll

By J.G. Furniture Company, Ray Komai

Located in Virginia Beach, VA

A 1950s Ray Komai chair by J.G. Furniture Company in Brooklyn, New York. The chair features a molded mahogany plywood body with black iron legs and metal detailing on the back of the...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Iron

Eero Saarinen Knoll Mid Century Modern Secretarial Desk Chair Eames' Fabric 50s
Eero Saarinen Knoll Mid Century Modern Secretarial Desk Chair Eames' Fabric 50s

Eero Saarinen Knoll Mid Century Modern Secretarial Desk Chair Eames' Fabric 50s

By Eero Saarinen, Knoll, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Miami, FL

Mid Century Modern vintage Eero Saarinen Secretarial Swivel Desk Chair, model 76 S produced by Knoll from 1953-1968. The minimalist office desk chair was designed in the 50s and popu...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum, Stainless Steel

Rare Oak Jens Risom Set of ten webbed Knoll Chairs in Leather Webbing, France
Rare Oak Jens Risom Set of ten webbed Knoll Chairs in Leather Webbing, France

Rare Oak Jens Risom Set of ten webbed Knoll Chairs in Leather Webbing, France

By Jens Risom

Located in Berlin, DE

A rare set of ten French dining chairs from the 1950s, composed of eight side and two armchairs. The solid wooden frames show a clear architectural structure, with open backs, angl...

Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Oak, Leather

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Lounge Chair by Florence Knoll for Knoll Inc., 1947
Lounge Chair by Florence Knoll for Knoll Inc., 1947

Lounge Chair by Florence Knoll for Knoll Inc., 1947

Unavailable

H 29.93 in W 29.93 in D 29.93 in

Lounge Chair by Florence Knoll for Knoll Inc., 1947

By Knoll, Florence Knoll

Located in cham, CH

This chair was designed in 1947 and is one of the first designs by Florence Knoll. It was reupholstered sometime in the 1970s.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Birch, Maple

Knoll Butterfly Chair with Custom Sling
Knoll Butterfly Chair with Custom Sling

Knoll Butterfly Chair with Custom Sling

Unavailable

H 33 in W 32 in D 24 in

Knoll Butterfly Chair with Custom Sling

By Knoll

Located in Tarrytown, NY

Iconic Knoll butterfly chair with custom-made sling. The Fabric used to make the sling is vintage and is backed in linen. The look is striking. The chair is very comfortable and stur...

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Vintage 1950s American Chairs

Florence Knoll Lounge Chairs for Knoll International
Florence Knoll Lounge Chairs for Knoll International

Florence Knoll Lounge Chairs for Knoll International

Unavailable

H 30.71 in W 33.47 in D 31.89 in

Florence Knoll Lounge Chairs for Knoll International

By Florence Knoll

Located in Frankfurt / Dreieich, DE

Pair of lounge chairs by Florence Knoll for Knoll International. The chairs was newly upholstery circa three years ago. Very good condition.  

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Pair of Florence Knoll Lounge Chairs for Knoll, circa 1960s
Pair of Florence Knoll Lounge Chairs for Knoll, circa 1960s

Pair of Florence Knoll Lounge Chairs for Knoll, circa 1960s

By Florence Knoll

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A pair of lounge chairs designed by Florence Knoll in 1958 and manufactured by Knoll. Square tubular steel base in upholstered in Knoll fabric.

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

1950 Lewis Butler for Knoll Lounge Chair
1950 Lewis Butler for Knoll Lounge Chair

1950 Lewis Butler for Knoll Lounge Chair

Unavailable

H 28 in W 25 in D 27 in

1950 Lewis Butler for Knoll Lounge Chair

By Lewis Butler for Knoll

Located in Hudson, NY

Walnut seat and back. Birch arms. Typical wear on the arms and seat. Overall great example of early Knoll.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Birch, Walnut

Knoll Sessel 369 for Walter Knoll
Knoll Sessel 369 for Walter Knoll

Knoll Sessel 369 for Walter Knoll

Unavailable

H 26.78 in W 28.35 in D 26.78 in

Knoll Sessel 369 for Walter Knoll

By Knoll, Walter Knoll

Located in Belmont, MA

Walter Knoll Sessel 369 for Walter Knoll Underframe of tubular steel, yellowish plush fabric, 1956.

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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Pair of Early Harry Bertoia for Knoll Black Wire Diamond Chairs
Pair of Early Harry Bertoia for Knoll Black Wire Diamond Chairs

Pair of Early Harry Bertoia for Knoll Black Wire Diamond Chairs

By Knoll

Located in Denver, CO

Early pair of Harry Bertoia black wire chairs for Knoll, circa 1950s.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Harry Bertoia Diamond Chair for Knoll

Harry Bertoia Diamond Chair for Knoll

Unavailable

H 31 in W 33 in D 25.5 in

Harry Bertoia Diamond Chair for Knoll

By Knoll, Harry Bertoia

Located in Chicago, IL

Harry Bertoia diamond chair with original red wool pad. Listed price is for each chair.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Grasshopper Chair by Eero Saarinen for Knoll
Grasshopper Chair by Eero Saarinen for Knoll

Grasshopper Chair by Eero Saarinen for Knoll

Unavailable

H 35.44 in W 25.99 in D 31.89 in

Grasshopper Chair by Eero Saarinen for Knoll

By Eero Saarinen, Knoll

Located in Bern, CH

Grasshopper chair by Eero Saarinen for Knoll The grasshopper (or model 61) chair was designed by Eero Saarinen for Knoll in 1946, it was actually the first chair designed for the ...

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Vintage 1950s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Bentwood

Excellent Large Bertoia Diamond Chair by Knoll
Excellent Large Bertoia Diamond Chair by Knoll

Excellent Large Bertoia Diamond Chair by Knoll

Unavailable

H 27.17 in W 44.89 in D 32.29 in

Excellent Large Bertoia Diamond Chair by Knoll

By Knoll, Harry Bertoia

Located in Oisterwijk, NL

Vintage large Diamond Chair designed by Harry Bertoia for Knoll in 1952. The chair has its original full fabric cover. The color is a magenta red. The chromed steel is in excellent c...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Chrome, Steel

Set of Two Midcentury German Beech Wood Lounge Chairs from Knoll Antimott
Set of Two Midcentury German Beech Wood Lounge Chairs from Knoll Antimott

Set of Two Midcentury German Beech Wood Lounge Chairs from Knoll Antimott

By Knoll Antimott

Located in Riga, Latvia

These lounge chairs feature a beech frame with an original upholstery and very comfortable spring cushions. Unfortunately one cushion and one string (doesn't influence its function...

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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Vostra Chair for Walter Knoll Jens Risom 1950  DK/USA
Vostra Chair for Walter Knoll Jens Risom 1950  DK/USA

Vostra Chair for Walter Knoll Jens Risom 1950 DK/USA

Unavailable

H 29.53 in W 27.56 in D 19.69 in

Vostra Chair for Walter Knoll Jens Risom 1950 DK/USA

By Jens Risom

Located in Berne, CH

Jens Risom for Walter Knoll Design from 1941 Original from 1950 frame in solid beech wood belt covering beige, renewed

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Beech

Set of 4 Off White Tulip 151 Chair by Eero Saarinen for Knoll Mid-Century Modern
Set of 4 Off White Tulip 151 Chair by Eero Saarinen for Knoll Mid-Century Modern

Set of 4 Off White Tulip 151 Chair by Eero Saarinen for Knoll Mid-Century Modern

By Knoll, Eero Saarinen

Located in Montecatini Terme, Toscana

Eero Saarinen (1910 - 1961) Four ‘Tulip 151’ chairs Fiberglass and fabric Manufactured by Knoll Measures: Width 49 x Depth 53 x Height 81 Cm Literature: Charlotte&Peter Fiell...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Fiberglass

Original 1952s Webbed Wood Side Chair by Jens Risom for Knoll
Original 1952s Webbed Wood Side Chair by Jens Risom for Knoll

Original 1952s Webbed Wood Side Chair by Jens Risom for Knoll

By Knoll, Jens Risom

Located in Chicago, IL

Original 1952s webbed wood side chair by Jens Risom for Knoll.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Tan Leather Executive Side Chair by Eero Saarinen for Knoll, USA Modern
Tan Leather Executive Side Chair by Eero Saarinen for Knoll, USA Modern

Tan Leather Executive Side Chair by Eero Saarinen for Knoll, USA Modern

By Knoll, Eero Saarinen

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Finnish born Eero Saarinen has brought many masterpieces to modern design. His Arch in St. Louis and his TWA terminal in New York City are groundbreaking designs that reduced design ...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Side Chairs

Materials

Steel

Jens Risom for Knoll Lounge Chair
Jens Risom for Knoll Lounge Chair

Jens Risom for Knoll Lounge Chair

Unavailable

H 31 in W 22.5 in D 30.5 in

Jens Risom for Knoll Lounge Chair

By Jens Risom

Located in Tarrytown, NY

Original Jens Risom lounge chair designed for Knoll. Newly reupholstered in soft gray wool fabric. The floating base is walnut. The seat and back are both set at an angle which makes...

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Vintage 1950s Chairs

Donald Knorr 132 Chair
Donald Knorr 132 Chair

Donald Knorr 132 Chair

Unavailable

H 28 in W 21 in D 22 in

Donald Knorr 132 Chair

By David Knorr, Knoll

Located in Baltimore, MD

Donald Knorr for Knoll Model 132 chair, designed in 1948, produced from 1950-1952.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Chaise Wire Par Harry Bertoia Pour Knoll
Chaise Wire Par Harry Bertoia Pour Knoll

Chaise Wire Par Harry Bertoia Pour Knoll

Unavailable

H 28.75 in W 21.26 in D 22.84 in

Chaise Wire Par Harry Bertoia Pour Knoll

By Harry Bertoia, Knoll

Located in Busserolles, FR

Les réalisations de Bertoia, notamment la "Diamond chair", la "Bird chair" et la "Barstool chair", ont révolutionné le design moderne.

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Metal

Red Eero Saarinen Adjustable Swivel Office Task Chair by Knoll, USA
Red Eero Saarinen Adjustable Swivel Office Task Chair by Knoll, USA

Red Eero Saarinen Adjustable Swivel Office Task Chair by Knoll, USA

By Knoll, Eero Saarinen

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Featured in nearly all Florence Knoll-designed interiors, the Saarinen executive chair has remained one of our most popular designs for nearly 70 years. The design transformed the no...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Steel

Bird Chair by Harry Bertoia for Knoll

Bird Chair by Harry Bertoia for Knoll

Unavailable

H 40.25 in W 38.5 in D 33 in

Bird Chair by Harry Bertoia for Knoll

By Harry Bertoia

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Bird chair designed by Harry Bertoia for Knoll, USA. Polished chrome steel rod construction upholstered in original black fabric. 1952.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Set of Four George Nakashima Straight Chairs for Knoll
Set of Four George Nakashima Straight Chairs for Knoll

Set of Four George Nakashima Straight Chairs for Knoll

Unavailable

H 27.56 in W 19.69 in D 15.75 in

Set of Four George Nakashima Straight Chairs for Knoll

By George Nakashima

Located in Nashville, TN

Classic vintage George Nakashima for Knoll Straight Chairs.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Maple

Pair of Florence Knoll Lounge Chairs
Pair of Florence Knoll Lounge Chairs

Pair of Florence Knoll Lounge Chairs

Unavailable

H 33 in W 26 in D 30 in

Pair of Florence Knoll Lounge Chairs

Located in Atlanta, GA

Pair of slipper-style lounge chairs designed by Florence Knoll for Knoll Associates with solid brushed steel base and new upholstery, circa 1958.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Eero Saarinen Grasshopper Chair for Knoll
Eero Saarinen Grasshopper Chair for Knoll

Eero Saarinen Grasshopper Chair for Knoll

Unavailable

H 35.5 in W 29.5 in D 35 in

Eero Saarinen Grasshopper Chair for Knoll

By Eero Saarinen

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Reupholstered Eero Saarinen grasshopper chair for Knoll.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Birch, Upholstery

Executive Armless Chair by Eero Saarinen for Knoll/Wohnbedarf
Executive Armless Chair by Eero Saarinen for Knoll/Wohnbedarf

Executive Armless Chair by Eero Saarinen for Knoll/Wohnbedarf

Unavailable

H 32.68 in W 20.87 in D 23.23 in

Executive Armless Chair by Eero Saarinen for Knoll/Wohnbedarf

By Eero Saarinen

Located in Lugano, CH

An early armless chair, produced in Switzerland for Knoll International.   

Category

Vintage 1950s European Chairs

Materials

Base Metal

Green Bird Chair by Harry Bertoia for Knoll, USA

Green Bird Chair by Harry Bertoia for Knoll, USA

Unavailable

H 40.25 in W 38.5 in D 33 in

Green Bird Chair by Harry Bertoia for Knoll, USA

By Harry Bertoia

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Bird chair designed by Harry Bertoia for Knoll, USA. Polished chrome steel rod construction upholstered in original green fabric, 1952.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Knoll Office Armchair by Eero Saarinen
Knoll Office Armchair by Eero Saarinen

Knoll Office Armchair by Eero Saarinen

Unavailable

H 31.5 in W 27.56 in D 21.66 in

Knoll Office Armchair by Eero Saarinen

By Eero Saarinen, Knoll

Located in POITIERS, FR

Office swivel armchair by Eero Saarinen for Knoll. Original black faux leather upholstery.

Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Eero Saarinen Grasshopper Chair with Vintage Knoll Fabric
Eero Saarinen Grasshopper Chair with Vintage Knoll Fabric

Eero Saarinen Grasshopper Chair with Vintage Knoll Fabric

By Eero Saarinen

Located in Turners Falls, MA

Eero Saarinen for Knoll Grasshopper with rare new vintage Knoll fabric.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Lounge Chairs

Materials

Maple

Pair of mid century "diamond" chair by Harry Bertoia for Knoll
Pair of mid century "diamond" chair by Harry Bertoia for Knoll

Pair of mid century "diamond" chair by Harry Bertoia for Knoll

By Harry Bertoia

Located in Isle sur la Sorgue, Provence

This pair of "diamond" chairs by Harry Bertoia has blue upholstery and white metal frame on black legs.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

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1950 Knoll Chair For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal 1950 knoll chair for your home. Each 1950 knoll chair for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, fabric and wood. Your living room may not be complete without a 1950 knoll chair — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. A 1950 knoll chair made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Modern — is very popular. A well-made 1950 knoll chair has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Knoll, Eero Saarinen and Harry Bertoia are consistently popular.

How Much is a 1950 Knoll Chair?

The average selling price for a 1950 knoll chair at 1stDibs is $3,200, while they’re typically $100 on the low end and $20,410 for the highest priced.

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