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Vintage blue Walter Knoll German design lounge chair, model 369
By Walter Knoll
Located in Harderwijk, NL
This fantastic vintage lounge chair, model 369, was designed by the German designer Walter Knoll in
Category
20th Century German Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Vintage Midcentury Knoll Tubular BRNO Chairs, a Pair
By Knoll
Located in west palm beach, FL
Iconic pair of MCM Knoll chairs. The tubular version of the coveted BRNO design. A cantilevered
Category
1990s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
Vintage blue Walter Knoll German design lounge chair model 369 with a new seat
By Walter Knoll
Located in Harderwijk, NL
This fantastic vintage lounge chair model 369 was designed by German designer Walter Knoll in 1956
Category
Vintage 1950s German Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
H 27.17 in W 29.53 in D 28.35 in
Pair of Warren Platner for Knoll Easy Chairs in Blue Mohair
By Warren Platner, Knoll
Located in Dallas, TX
Warren Platner's iconic Easy chair for Knoll. We have reupholstered this in a high-quality mohair.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Nickel
Pair of Warren Platner for Knoll Easy Chairs in Blue Mohair
By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in Dallas, TX
Warren Platner's iconic Easy chair for Knoll. We have reupholstered this in a high-quality mohair.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Nickel
Ettore Sottsass for Knoll Eastside Lounge Chairs Memphis Italy Blue
By Ettore Sottsass, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
by Knoll International. These two lounge chairs came from the American Airlines executive lounge at
Category
Early 2000s American Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Fabric
Bertoia for Knoll Dining Chairs
By Harry Bertoia, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Harry Bertoia for Knoll Wire Side Chairs with white vinyl pads. Newer models that are still in
Category
Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
Lounge Chair Model 31 by Florence Knoll Bassett for Knoll International Set of 2
By Florence Knoll
Located in Kelkheim (Taunus), HE
Florence Marguerite Knoll Basset was one of the most renowned American designers and architects of
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 29.53 in W 24.41 in D 25.6 in
Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Armchair in Blue Classic Boucle
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Culver City, CA
Priced Per Chair* Only 1 chair left**
One of Knoll's most popular designs for the past 70 years
Category
Early 2000s Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
2021 Jehs+Laub Wire Lounge Chair for Knoll Studio in Dark Marine Blue Leather
By Knoll, Jehs+Laub 1
Located in Philadelphia, PA
be Knoll's Marine Blue Sabrina Leather. The chair has never been used in a home or office setting. It
Category
2010s American Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather
H 38 in W 33.25 in D 30.5 in
Eero Saarinen for Knoll Set of Four Dining Chairs in Blue Upholstery
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Eero Saarinen for Knoll, set of four dining chairs, model '72', chrome-plated steel, fabric, United
Category
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
H 30.91 in W 22.05 in D 20.28 in
Mid Century Post Modern Royal Blue Chrome & Walnut Accent Chair
By Knoll
Located in Madison, WI
Chrome framed Side / accent / lounge / Office chair in the manner of Knoll has walnut armrests
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Vincent Cafiero for Knoll Swivel Lounge Chairs in Midnight Blue Mohair, Pair
By Vincent Cafiero, Knoll
Located in Stamford, CT
these rarely seen Lounge Chairs which very much inherit Knoll’s design DNA with formal blind tufts and
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
1990s Gae Aulenti for Knoll Lounge Chair in Blue Leather 8x Available
By Knoll, Gae Aulenti
Located in Philadelphia, PA
These are Aulenti Lounge Chairs, initially designed by Gae Aulenti for Knoll International in 1974
Category
1990s Italian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Enamel, Steel
Pair Knoll Charles Pfister Mohair Lounge Chairs, 1980
By Charles Pfister, Knoll
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair Knoll Charles Pfister Mohair Lounge Chairs, 1980. Original beautiful emerald color mohairs
Category
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Mohair
Warren Platner Easy Lounge Chair for Knoll, 1980s
By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in Aachen, NW
Early Easy Lounge chair by Warren Platner for Knoll.
The groundbreaking Easy chair was designed
Category
Mid-20th Century American Lounge Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Modern EOOS for Coalesse Joel Blue Swivel Lounge Chairs by Walter Knoll, a Pair
By EOOS, Coalesse, Walter Knoll
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Fabulous pair of Joel blue swivel lounge chairs by Walter Knoll.
The modern beauty and smart
Category
2010s American Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
H 27.5 in W 30.25 in D 29 in
2000s Set of Five Harry Bertoia for Knoll Dining / Side Chairs w/ Blue Cushions
By Harry Bertoia, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
of a welded chromed-steel wire seat & back, and they have blue upholstered seat pads. Each chair is
Category
Early 2000s American Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 28.25 in W 21 in D 22.5 in
2010s Joe D'Urso for Knoll Swivel Lounge Chairs in Blue Leather Model 2165
By Knoll, Joe D'Urso
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a D’Urso Swivel chair, model 2165, initially designed by Joe D’Urso for Knoll in 2008
Category
2010s American Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
H 27.75 in W 32 in D 30 in
2005 Harry Bertoia for Knoll Diamond Lounge Chairs in w/ Blue Seat Pads
By Harry Bertoia, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
These are classic Bertoia Diamond Chairs, Model 421, initially designed by Harry Bertoia for Knoll
Category
Early 2000s North American Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
Set of Two Florence Knoll Armchairs in Original Blue Upholstery, USA 1950s
By Florence Knoll
Located in Hellouw, NL
1950s, these chairs retain their original deep blue wool upholstery. The structured design, featuring a
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 29.93 in W 30.71 in D 29.93 in
1960s Warren Platner for Knoll Lounge Chairs Nickel w/ Blue Fabric 4x Available
By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Platner Lounge Chair, model 1715L, initially designed by Warren Platner for Knoll in 1966
Category
Vintage 1960s American Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel, Nickel
H 30.25 in W 36.25 in D 25.5 in
2019 Marcel Breuer for Knoll Cesca Armless Side Chair in Blue and Fabric
By Marcel Breuer, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an armless Cesca side chair, model 51C, originally designed by Marcel Breuer in 1928. The
Category
2010s American Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
H 31.5 in W 18.5 in D 23.5 in
C. 2019 Eero Saarinen for Knoll Womb Chair and Ottoman in Blue Leather
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
believe the leather to be Knoll’s Cote d'Azur leather in Acqua.
The chair measures 34 inches deep, 40
Category
2010s American Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
Midcentury Navy Blue Wool Upholstered Eero Saarinen Knoll Armchairs, Pair
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Basel, BS
chairs are very iconic and sought after.
Beautiful Blue color, not available anymore on Knoll or DWR
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Wool, Wood
H 31.5 in W 26 in D 24.75 in
(6) Green Velvet Knoll + Thonet Chrome Brno Cantilevered Chairs
By Thonet, Knoll
Located in Round Top, TX
set is comprised of two, tagged Knoll production chairs and four tagged Thonet production chairs
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Harry Bertoia for Knoll International Bird Chair and Ottoman
By Harry Bertoia, Knoll
Located in The Hague, NL
Harry Bertoia for Knoll International bird chair and ottoman. This iconic lounge chair and ottoman
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
1980s Charles Pfister for Knoll Club Chair in Navy Blue Leather, Model 1051C
By Charles Pfister, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Pfister Lounge Chair, model 1051C, originally designed by Charles Pfister in 1971. This
Category
Vintage 1980s American Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 26 in W 33.5 in D 33 in
1974 Eero Saarinen for Knoll Rolling Executive Office Chair Original Blue Fabric
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
retain their original and iconic Knoll Textiles blue fabric upholstery. The foam is all original and
Category
Vintage 1970s American Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 32 in W 26 in D 26 in
Blue Knoll Tulip Chairs by Saarinen, Set of Two
By Eero Saarinen
Located in Basildon, London
Introducing the Knoll Tulip Chair by Eero Saarinen, a stunning set of two that exemplifies mid
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Bill Stephens for Knoll Dining Chair
By Knoll, Bill Stephens
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Bill Stephens for Knoll dining chair, bentwood and blue Naugahyde seats.
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Naugahyde, Wood
Joe D'Urso for Knoll Pair of Swivel Club Lounge Chairs in Deep Blue Wool Blend
By Joe D'Urso, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
One of Joe D'Urso's most iconic designs, this pair of chairs was produced in by Knoll. This pair
Category
Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
H 29 in W 33 in D 29 in
Knoll Saarinen Executive Arm Desk Chair in Slate Blue Mohair, Swivel Base
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Stamford, CT
furniture for Knoll remains are timeless as it was in the 1950's. His Executive Chair series is perhaps his
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs ...
Materials
Aluminum
Set of 6 Blue 1305-U for Knoll Bentwood Postmodern Dining Chairs, 1970s
By Knoll, Bill Stephens
Located in Madison, WI
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The 1305-U model of this Knoll chair was made some time between 1965-71 and designed by Bill Stephens
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
2000s Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Side Chair in Blue Fabric, Model 72
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Saarinen Armless Executive Chair, model 72, designed by Eero Saarinen for Knoll
Category
Early 2000s American Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Plastic, Foam, Plywood
H 31.5 in W 22.5 in D 20.5 in
Mid Century Blue Brno Chairs by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll, 2006
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Detroit, MI
This pair of mid century modern Brno arm chairs by Mies van der Rohe were manufactured by Knoll in
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Ch...
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Knoll Saarinen Executive Arm Chair in Original Ink Blue Leather, Swivel Base
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Stamford, CT
gorgeous genuine leather in the color Ink Blue. As this chair is original, minor wear exists consistent
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 33 in W 25.5 in D 24.5 in
Mid-Century Modern Swivel Desk Chair by Andrew Morrison & Bruce Hannah for Knoll
By Knoll, Bruce Hannah & Andrew Morrison
Located in Lafayette, IN
design for Knoll Studios is utilitarian sculpture at its best. Chair features a curvaceous, cast-aluminum
Category
Vintage 1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Aluminum, Chrome
H 32 in W 23.25 in D 25 in
Pair of BKF Hardoy Butterfly Chairs for Knoll in Cobalt Blue
By Bonet, Kurchan, and Hardoy
Located in Brooklyn, NY
BKF Hardoy butterfly chairs for Knoll. Dynamic classic form, for indoor or outdoor use. New canvas
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
2010s Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Desk Chairs w Blue Leather 7x Available
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
several chairs available for individual purchase. These have been upholstered in blue leather and are
Category
2010s American Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 31.5 in W 26 in D 24.75 in
Knoll International Sling Lounge Chair by Hannah Morrison Set of 2
By Knoll, Bruce Hannah & Andrew Morrison
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Knoll International manufactured these chairs.
Bruce Hannah & Andrew Morrison design this circa
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Eero Saarinen Executive Armchair in Blue Bouclé fabric for Knoll International
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Amsterdam, NL
selling Knoll furniture in the Benelux. Chairs are in very good condition with new Blue Bouclé upholstery
Category
Vintage 1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 31.89 in W 25.6 in D 24.81 in
Saarinen Executive Arm Chairs in Pavo Blue Velvet, Gold Edition, Pair
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Wilton, CT
We’ve restored this set of 2 Eero Saarinen for Knoll executive chairs using a 100% Cotton Italian
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Mid Century Modern Office Chair with arms by Saarinen for Knoll. Circa 1970s
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Mid Century Modern Office Chair with arms by Saarinen for Knoll. Circa 1970s
Feature the
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Twill, Upholstery
2010s EOOS for Coalesse / Walter Knoll Joel Swivel Lounge Chair in Blue Fabric
By EOOS, Coalesse
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Joel Swivel Lounge Chair, originally designed by EOOS in Germany for Walter Knoll, and
Category
2010s American Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 27.5 in W 30.25 in D 29 in
Pair of New Navy Blue Wool Upholstery Lounge Slipper Chairs
By Jens Risom, Knoll
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of Classic Jens Risom lounge chairs in navy blue wool upholstery. Gorgeous oiled walnut frames.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs
Materials
Wool, Walnut
Six Mies van der Rohe Tubular Brno Chairs by Knoll
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Dallas, TX
in 1929; the Brno chair is just that, world renowned for its modern architectural form and
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
2018 Marcel Breuer for Knoll Cesca Armchair in Blue & Black Fabric, Model 50A
By Knoll, Marcel Breuer
Located in Philadelphia, PA
includes one 50A chair, and we have several available for individual purchase. These examples were
Category
2010s American Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel, Nickel
H 31.5 in W 23.5 in D 23.5 in
Set of 2 Warren Platner Lounge Chairs for Knoll International, blue upholstery
By Warren Platner
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of Warren Platner Lounge Chairs for Knoll International.
Blue upholstery, nickel frame
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Nickel
H 30 in W 36.5 in D 25.5 in
2000s Jens Risom Armless Slipper Lounge Chair in Walnut w/ Blue Gray Webbing
By Knoll, Jens Risom
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Risom Lounge chair, Model 654LC, initially designed by Jens Risom for Knoll in 1943. This
Category
Early 2000s American Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Cotton, Walnut, Rubber
H 30.25 in W 20 in D 27.5 in
1972 Set of 4 Eero Saarinen Tulip Pedestal Side Chairs w/ Blue Upholstery 151C
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Saarinen for Knoll in 1956. These examples date to 1972. The listed price includes the set of four chairs
Category
Vintage 1970s American Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
H 32 in W 20 in D 21.25 in
Saarinen Executive Armless Chair in Royal Blue Velvet, Vintage Swivel Base
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Wilton, CT
color Royal Blue. Skilled craftsmen bring each chair back to life to live on for generations to come
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 31.5 in W 22.5 in D 20.5 in
Knoll Pollock Executive Chair in Original Navy Blue, Leather, Matte Black Frame
By Charles Pollock
Located in Wilton, CT
Offering the classic Pollock Executive Chair in its original rare navy blue leather, black steel
Category
Vintage 1980s North American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk C...
Materials
Stainless Steel
H 31 in W 26.25 in D 28.25 in
Suite of 8 Walter Knoll “Jason 391” Dining Chairs, in Sky Blue Leather
Located in Barrowford, GB
premier resource for fine Sofas and Chairs.
On offer on this occasion is one of the most handsome
Category
2010s Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather
H 31.89 in W 18.51 in D 21.66 in
Tulip 769-S Chair, Eero Saarinen, Knoll, 1955
By Eero Saarinen
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Sedia Tulip mod. 769-S, singolo pezzo, disegnata da Eero Saarinen per Knoll. Prodotta negli Stati
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
Four Mies van der Rohe Knoll BRNO tubular armchairs in teal leather
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Chicago, IL
Set of Four Mies van der Rohe for Knoll BRNO tubular chairs
In teal leather.
The elegant Brno
Category
21st Century and Contemporary North American Mid-Century Modern Dining R...
Materials
Leather
Saarinen Exec Armchair in Powder Sky Blue Leather on Polished Nickel Swivel Base
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Wilton, CT
Powder Sky Blue Leather. Skilled Artisans restore each chair back to life to live on for generations to
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Steel, Nickel
H 31.5 in W 25.5 in D 24.5 in
Post Modern "Mandarin" Chair by Ettore Sottsass for Knoll
By Knoll, Ettore Sottsass
Located in Miami, FL
Iconic Postmodern Mandarin chair designed by Ettore Sottsass for Knoll in 1986, with black enameled
Category
Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Armchairs
Materials
Steel
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Find a variety of knoll blue chairs available on 1stDibs. Each of these unique knoll blue chairs was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, fabric and upholstery. Knoll blue chairs have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. There are many kinds of knoll blue chairs to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Mid-Century Modern and Modern knoll blue chairs are of considerable interest. Knoll blue chairs have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Knoll, Eero Saarinen and Harry Bertoia are consistently popular.
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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.
Questions About Knoll Blue Chairs
- What is a Parker Knoll chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021A Parker Knoll chair is designed by the British furniture manufacturing company Parker Knoll. These chairs are considered to be luxurious — they are handmade in the company’s Nottinghamshire factory from high-quality wood and feature plush upholstery in leather as well as in a variety of fabrics. Find Parker Knoll chairs on 1stDibs.
- Where are Knoll chairs made?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Knoll maintains manufacturing plants in the United States, Canada, and Italy. Countless designers have worked for Knoll over the years to create exquisite furniture that’s beloved by collectors worldwide. Shop a collection of antique and contemporary Knoll chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024To tell if a chair is a Parker Knoll, look for the maker's label, usually found under the seat on dining chairs and on the bases or frames on office and accent chairs. Although the company has modified its markings over the years, most pieces will at least state "Parker Knoll.” Many pieces also feature serial numbers. By cross-referencing these numbers with information published on trusted online resources, you can learn about the age, style name and other features of your chair. If you need assistance with identification, seek the opinion of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Shop a collection of Parker Knoll chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 15, 2024To tell if a chair is Parker Knoll, look under the seat. Most Parker Knoll chairs will be marked with the company's logo and a model number. Some may also display the designer's signature. You can cross-reference the model number with information published on trusted online resources to learn more about your chair. If you can't locate a maker's mark or run into other difficulties identifying your chair, consider enlisting the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of Parker Knoll chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024To tell if a Knoll chair is real, first look for Knoll Furniture markings, usually found under the seat. These labels have varied over the years, but by comparing what's present on your furniture to images of authentic pieces found on trusted online resources produced around the same time, you can spot any inconsistencies that might indicate a replica. Knoll Furniture has sold many different chairs since its founding in 1938. Researching the characteristics of your specific chair can help you identify signs that your piece may be a replica. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can also help with authentication. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of Knoll chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024What Florence Knoll called the Womb chair after it was created is unknown. However, its creator Eero Saarinen stated that Knoll inspired him to make the piece by asking him to design the most comfortable chair ever, saying specifically that she wanted something that felt like "a basket full of pillows." Presented with the challenge, Saarinen went primal. What, the designer figured, better signifies the very essence of comfort than the womb? "It was designed on the theory that a great number of people have never really felt comfortable and secure since they left the womb,” the designer said of his chair. Find a selection of vintage Womb chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The Red Blue chair, designed by Gerrit Rietveld, was partially inspired by the chair designs of architect and designer Frank Lloyd Wright. It was also created in the hopes of designing a piece that would be simple to mass produce. Find a collection of Red Blue Chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The purpose of the red and blue chair called the Red Blue chair is to provide both physical and spiritual comfort. Its creator, Gerrit Rietveld, believed that the colors and regularly positioned planes brought harmony to rooms. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Red Blue chairs.
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