Early Florence Knoll Relaxed Sofa with Paul Smith Maharam Upholstery
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Raleigh, NC
A design classic by Florence Knoll. A stunning vintage example newly upholstered in Paul Smith stripes by Maharam, with new foam. The chrome base shows its age and has some chrome l...
Chrome
Knoll Florence Relaxed Two-Seater Sofa
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Miami, FL
Designed by Florence Knoll in 1954, this iconic two-seater reflects her architectural approach to furniture—restrained, geometric, and timeless. With softened proportions and deeper ...
Metal, Stainless Steel, Chrome
Vintage Florence Knoll Relaxed Two-Seater Sofa Neutral Ivory
By Florence Knoll
Located in Farmington Hills, MI
We are very pleased to offer this vintage Florence Knoll Relaxed Two-Seater Sofa for Knoll, circa 1970s–1980s, upholstered in a beautifully textured ivory wool blend fabric with poli...
Steel
Relax by Florence Knoll for Knoll
By Florence Knoll
Located in Milano, IT
The Florence Relax sofa by Florence Knoll for Knoll marked a turning point in American furniture design, adapting certain Bauhaus concepts to the American reality of the 1950s.
Metal
Knoll Two Seater Relax Sofa
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Rochester, England
Introducing the ultimate in relaxation and comfort - the Two Seater Relax Sofa by Knoll. Crafted with high-quality materials, this sofa combines luxury with sophistication. Its sleek...
Steel
Vintage Florence Knoll Relaxed Two Seater Sofa and Chair Ivory - Set of 2
By Florence Knoll
Located in Farmington Hills, MI
We are very pleased to offer a vintage Florence Knoll set, a Relaxed two-seater sofa and a chair for Knoll, circa 1970s–1980s, upholstered in a beautifully textured ivory wool blend ...
Steel
Florence Knoll Sofa with Down Cushions
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Beautiful Florence knoll Relaxed Sofa with custom cushions added.
Steel
Knoll Dusky Pink Fabric Relax Sofa by Florence Knoll
By Florence Knoll
Located in Rochester, England
Introducing the Knoll Dusky Pink Fabric Relax Sofa, a timeless piece designed by the renowned Florence Knoll.
Fabric
Florence Knoll for Knoll Dusky Pink Fabric Relax Sofa
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Rochester, England
Originally designed by Florence Knoll in 1954, this sofa is a fantastic example of the modern aesthetic of the era.
Fabric
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H 31.5 in W 90.56 in D 30.71 in
Knoll 3 Seater Relax Sofa by Florence Knoll Mid Brown Cognac 1970s
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Aachen, NW
This timeless iconic sofa was designed in 1954 by Florence Knoll and produced by Knoll in the 1970s. The sofa is upholstered in an amazing Mid Brown Cognac leatherand has been rest...
Stainless Steel
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H 31.5 in W 63 in D 31.89 in
Pair of Knoll Studio Relax Sofa by Florence Knoll Beige Sand Leather
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Aachen, NW
These timeless iconic sofas were designed in 1954 by Florence Knoll and produced by Knoll International in the early 2000s. The pieces are upholstered in sand beige leather and are...
Stainless Steel
Knoll Florence Relaxed 3-Seater Sofa
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Miami, FL
Offered is a brand new, never used Knoll Florence Relaxed 3-Seater Sofa — an authentic original from the iconic Florence Knoll Collection.
Metal, Stainless Steel, Chrome
Florence Knoll for Knoll Beige Fabric Relaxed Three Seater Sofa
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Rochester, England
Originally designed by Florence Knoll in 1954, this sofa is a fantastic example of the modern aesthetic of the era.
Fabric
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H 30 in W 84 in D 32 in
Modernist Biscuit Tufted 'Relaxed' Sofa in Holly Hunt Fabric by Florence Knoll
By Florence Knoll
Located in New York, NY
This thoughtfully designed Modernist Biscuit Tufted 'Relaxed' Sofa in Holly Hunt Upholstery is by Florence Knoll, originating from the United States, Circa 2000.
Fabric
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H 31.49 in W 32 in D 32.28 in
Florence Knoll Relax Leather Armchairs 1-Place, Pair by Knoll Studio, USA
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury
The elegant and refined Florence Knoll relax 2-seat sofa was designed for the leading manufacturer Knoll International by the much revered, American-born architect and designer Flore...
Chrome
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H 31.49 in W 32 in D 32.28 in
Florence Knoll Relax Leather Armchairs 1-Place Pair by Knoll Studio, USA
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury
The elegant and refined Florence Knoll Relax 2-seat sofa was designed for the leading manufacturer Knoll International by the much revered, American-born architect and designer Flore...
Chrome
Florence Knoll Relax Leather Three-Seat Sofa by Knoll Studio
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury
Florence Knoll relax leather three-seat sofa by Knoll Studio Stunning Florence Knoll for Knoll Studio Relax leather three-seat sofa, the chrome frame supporting the finest cream S...
Chrome
Florence Knoll Relax Leather Three-Seat Sofa by Knoll Studio
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury
Florence Knoll Relax leather three-seat sofa by Knoll Studio Stunning Florence Knoll for Knoll Studio Relax leather three-seat sofa, the chrome frame supporting the finest cream S...
Chrome
Florence Knoll Leather Sofa by Knoll Studio
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury
The elegant and refined Florence Knoll Relax 2-seat sofa was designed for the leading manufacturer Knoll International by the much revered, American-born architect and designer Flore...
Chrome
Florence Knoll Leather Sofa by Knoll Studio
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury
The elegant and refined Florence Knoll Relax 2-seat sofa was designed for the leading manufacturer Knoll International by the much revered, American-born architect and designer Flore...
Chrome
Florence Knoll Leather Sofa by Knoll Studio
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury
The elegant and refined Florence Knoll Relax 2-seat sofa was designed for the leading manufacturer Knoll International by the much revered, American-born architect and designer Flore...
Chrome
Rare No. 33 Sofa by Florence Knoll
By Florence Knoll
Located in Munich, DE
Seldom seen 3-seat version of an iconic design by Florence Knoll.
Velvet
Knoll Antimott Sofa in Off-White Alcantara
By Knoll Antimott
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Knoll Antimott, sofa, alcantara, chrome, Germany, 1960s Somewhere between 1925-1929 Wilhelm Knoll developed a patented system of seating named 'Antimott'. The line consisted of fur...
Chrome
$3,300
H 29.93 in W 88.59 in D 27.56 in
Florence Knoll for Knoll International Sofa in Blue Upholstery and Steel
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Florence Knoll for Knoll International, sofa, model '67A', steel, fabric, United States, design 1958, production 1960s/70s This sofa model 67A is designed by Florence Knoll for Knol...
Steel
Very Early and Rare No. 578 Sofa by Florence Knoll
By Florence Knoll
Located in Munich, DE
Designed in 1954. Original condition. should be re-upholstered. the base can be disassemble for more economic shipping.
Fabric
$5,850
H 29.5 in W 90.5 in D 31.5 in
1960s One-Owner Florence Knoll Model 1206 Three-Seat Sofa - For Reupholstery
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in St. Louis, MO
An exceptional mid-century modern design icon: the Model 1206 Three-Seat Sofa, designed by the legendary Florence Knoll in 1954 and manufactured by Knoll Associates circa 1960s. Thi...
Metal, Chrome
$8,830
H 32.29 in W 94.49 in D 31.5 in
Wonderful No. 26 Sofa by Florence Knoll for Knoll International
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Munich, DE
Rare no.26 by florence knoll in showroom condition. Hardly used only re-upholstered and used one time for a photo shooting and very exclusive model redone with very cosy fabric in wa...
Metal
$10,000
H 27.5 in W 91 in D 32 in
Vintage Florence Knoll Sofa in Original Woven Ivory Wool with Bronze Base 1960s
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Dallas, TX
Elegant three-seat sofa designed by Florence Knoll for Knoll Associates, circa 1960s. Upholstered in its original heavy weave textured ivory wool fabric, the sofa features Florence K...
Bronze
Danish Channel Back Sofa
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A mid century Danish channel back sofa. Newly reupholstered in a dark gray textured linen blend. “Banana” form silhouette with a straight classic skirt.
Linen
Settee In The Manner Of Florence Knoll
Located in Pasadena, TX
A mid century modern armless settee in the style of Florence Knoll. Chrome base with angled rear legs and tufted black vinyl upholstery.
90in Vintage Mid-Century Knoll Three-Seat Sofa
By Florence Knoll
Located in Pasadena, TX
Iconic Florence Knoll three-seat sofa in original berry fabric. Chrome legs. Chrome has been restored. Measures: 90 in.
Chrome
$10,445
H 29.53 in W 90.56 in D 32.29 in
Florence Knoll - Vintage Sofa Knoll International, Mid-Century Modern 1954
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Rosendahl, DE
Vintage sofa by Florence Knoll, designed in 1954 for Knoll International – a true icon of modernist furniture and architectural elegance. With its clean lines, balanced proportions, ...
Steel, Chrome
$11,154Sale Price|20% Off
H 36.62 in W 108.27 in D 60.63 in
White Italian corner sofa in the style of Gio Ponti, reupholstered
By Gio Ponti
Located in Milano, IT
Elegant 1950s Italian Corner Sofa in the Style of Gio Ponti - Sculptural, Reupholstered Masterpiece A Refined Tribute to Italian Mid-Century Modernism This exceptional Italian corner...
Fabric, Wood
$7,145
H 31.5 in W 88.59 in D 30.32 in
Original Florence Knoll Sofa Modell 65a Couch Knoll Intenational
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Berlin, DE
Wir bieten ein wunderschönes Vintage Sofa von Knoll International zum Verkauf an. Der Entwurf stammt von Florence Knoll Bassett und ist bekannt unter der Modellbezeichnung 65a. In un...
Steel
$9,004
H 29.14 in W 96.07 in D 30.71 in
Florence Knoll Sofa Knoll International 3 Seater Knoll International Model 26
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Berlin, BE
Authentic mid-century collectible with documented provenance: This spacious Florence Knoll Model 26-3KC sofa was produced in the 1960s and upholstered in an exceptionally high-qualit...
Steel, Chrome
$9,450
H 29.93 in W 90.56 in D 31.5 in
Florence Knoll for Knoll International Sofa in Teak and Grey Upholstery
By Florence Knoll
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Florence Knoll for Knoll International, sofa, model '2557', fabric, teak, 1955 This sofa model 2557 is designed by Florence Knoll for Knoll International in 1955. This sofa is simpl...
Fabric, Teak
$6,738
H 30.71 in W 89.38 in D 30.71 in
Model 578 Sofa by Florence Knoll for Knoll International, 1950s
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Karis, Nyland
Elegant and architectural sofa designed by Florence Knoll, model 578, produced by Knoll International in the 1950s. The design reflects Knoll’s signature balance of clean lines and f...
Metal
$3,960Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 31.25 in W 35 in D 34 in
Eero Saarinen Womb Chair & Ottoman Medium in Alexander Girard Quatrefoil Fabric
By Eero Saarinen
Located in Seattle, WA
One of the most iconic chair designs of the 20th century, Eero Saarinen designed this lounge chair for Florence Knoll at the request of “a chair that was like a basket full of pillow...
Fabric, Fiberglass
$14,950 / item
H 33.08 in W 115.36 in D 61.82 in
1950's Style Curved Velvet Sofa in Custom Velvet Colors
Located in New York, NY
The Sofa inspires itself nature where green is the predominant element and where valleys and hills prevail. The item’s details allow it to be the perfect statement piece for any cont...
Velvet, Walnut
$15,439 / item
H 32.68 in W 110.24 in D 40.56 in
Art Deco Sofa by Munna Design Studio with Velvet Upholstery
By Munna Design Studio
Located in New York, NY
This sofa features a wonderfully elegant fan-shaped motif, with its accentuated curvy lines with decadent and lavish finish. The feminine curves are ravishingly enhanced by the diffe...
Velvet
$2,500 / item
H 17.72 in Dm 9.85 in
Cult Stool, Sculptural Side Table, Hand-Carved Green Onyx Marble Conglomerate
By Panorammma
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Cult stool/ side table; a hand sculpted stone from a Mexican marble and Mexican onyx conglomerate, remits to primal sculptural-architectural language while displaying materials in a ...
Onyx
$7,200 / item
H 14 in Dm 36 in
Grand Mid-Century Flush Mount Uplight Ceiling Lamp from Filmcasino Vienna, 1950s
Located in Vienna, AT
We are delighted to present this stunning bowl-shaped pendant light / uplight plafoniere / flush mount light fixture dating back to the 1950s. (Actually there were three pieces avail...
Metal, Aluminum, Brass
$16,498 / item
H 53.15 in W 125.99 in D 59.06 in
Oval Brass and Parchment Chandelier by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires
By Diego Mardegan
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Beautiful chandelier by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires, this other version of the spider chandelier has longer arms on the sides giving the oval shape. The metal arms paint...
Metal, Brass
$3,800Sale Price|20% Off
H 30.25 in W 29.5 in D 30 in
Midcentury Knoll Barcelona Chair in Special Order Stainless Steel
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Authentic Midcentury Modern Barcelona Chair by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll – Premium Stainless Steel Version Offered for sale is an iconic Barcelona Chair, designed by Ludwig Mies ...
Stainless Steel
Cassina - Vico Magistretti Maralunga 2 Seater Leather Sofa
By Vico Magistretti, Cassina
Located in Bern, BE
Vico Magistretti Maralunga two seater leather sofa, produced by Cassina. Dark brown leather. With two adjustable backrests for variable sitting positions. This piece was one of two i...
Leather
Robert Haussmann for De Sede Sofa in Beige Upholstery
By De Sede
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Robert Haussman for De Sede, three-seat sofa, fabric and chrome plated metal, Switzerland, design 1954. This comfortable three-seat sofa is designed by Robert Haussmann for De Sede...
Metal, Chrome
$3,000Sale Price / set|60% Off
H 25 in W 61.5 in D 32.75 in
Pair of Chrome Framed Love Seats in the Style of Milo Baughman
By Flair, Milo Baughman
Located in Hanover, MA
Pair of original vintage two seat sofas floating within chromed steel bands. In the style of Milo Baughman but actually from the Flair division of Bernhardt. Original upholstery is ...
Chrome
Rare No. 704 Richard Schultz Knoll International Daybed / Sofa
By Knoll, Richard Schultz
Located in Munich, DE
Convertible sofa designed by Richard Schultz for Knoll International. The seat pulls forward and up to create a flat and level bed. Wonderful and classic Mid-Century Modern design.
Metal
Milo Baughman Chesterfield Style Tufted Sofa
By Milo Baughman
Located in Dallas, TX
Milo Baughman Chesterfield style tufted sofa with wood plinth base. In good vintage condition, circa 1980s Dimension: 84" long 32" deep 26" tall seat height 14".
Fabric
Custom Sofa in Wabi Sabi Linen Roses Créme French Linen
By Bloom Home Inc
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Custom made to order Wabi Sabi French Linen Rose Fabric Upholstered Sofa Introducing our custom sofa in French linen, featuring the elegant Wabi Sabi Rose fabric. Sink into luxurious...
Linen
$6,041
H 28.35 in W 70.08 in D 38.59 in
Le Bambole sofa in velvet By Mario Bellini For B&B Italia, 1970s
By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia
Located in ABCOUDE, UT
Beautiful Le Bambole sofa in coral/pink coloured velvet designed by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia in the 1970s. This beautiful edition is reupholstered in a high quality cotton velve...
Velvet
Canapé "Rognon" Art déco en placage d'acajou 1930
Located in TOURCOING, FR
Canapé "Rognon" Art déco en placage d'acajou 1930's Restauration nécessaire
Wood
$6,000Sale Price / set|25% Off
H 25 in W 22 in D 20 in
Pair Mid Century Paul McCobb Irwin 2 drawer Nightstands Vitrolite Brass
By Paul McCobb, Calvin Furniture
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of Beautiful Paul McCobb 1960s Production brass nightstands end tables with 2 drawers and brass frame with Rare Vitrolite white glass tops. Solid Brass knobs - Original Vintage ...
Brass
Architect, furniture designer, interior designer, entrepreneur — Florence Knoll had a subtle but profound influence on the course of mid-century American modernism. Dedicated to functionality and organization, and never flamboyant, Knoll shaped the ethos of the postwar business world with her skillfully realized office plans and polished, efficient designs for sofas, credenzas, desks and other furnishings.
Knoll had perhaps the most thorough design education of any of her peers. Florence Schust was orphaned at age 12, and her guardian sent her to Kingswood, a girl’s boarding school that is part of the Cranbrook Educational Community in suburban Detroit. Her interest in design brought her to the attention of Eliel Saarinen, the Finnish architect and head of the Cranbrook Academy of Art.
Saarinen and his wife took the talented child under their wing, and she became close to their son, the future architect Eero Saarinen. While a student at the academy, Florence befriended artist-designer Harry Bertoia and Charles and Ray Eames. Later, she studied under three of the Bauhaus masters who emigrated to the United States. She worked as an apprentice in the Boston architectural offices of Walter Gropius and Marcel Breuer; Ludwig Mies van der Rohe taught her at the Illinois Institute of Technology.
In 1941, she met Hans Knoll, whose eponymous furniture company was just getting off the ground. They married in 1946, and her design sense and his business skills soon made Knoll Inc. a leading firm in its field. Florence signed up the younger Saarinen as a designer, and would develop pieces by Bertoia, Mies and the artist Isamu Noguchi.
Florence Knoll's main work came as head of the Knoll Planning Group, designing custom office interiors for clients such as IBM and CBS. The furniture she created for these spaces reflects her Bauhaus training: the pieces are pure functional design, exactingly built; their only ornament from the materials, such as wood and marble. Her innovations — the oval conference table, for example, conceived as a way to ensure clear sightlines among all seated at a meeting — were always in the service of practicality.
Since her retirement in 1965, Knoll received the National Medal of Arts, among other awards; in 2004 the Philadelphia Museum of Art mounted the exhibition “Florence Knoll: Defining Modern” — well deserved accolades for a strong, successful design and business pioneer. As demonstrated on these pages, the simplicity of Knoll’s furniture is her work’s great virtue: they fit into any interior design scheme.
Find vintage Florence Knoll sofas, benches, armchairs and other furniture on 1stDibs.
Vintage couches and antique sofas have anchored living rooms for generations. The pieces most sought after today carry the deep-buttoned tufting of a Chesterfield or the low, sculptural ease of mid-century modern and Hollywood Regency design.
Styles to Know
Rolled arms and tufted backs point to Mid-Century Modern or Hollywood Regency pieces, while tight backs and turned legs skew more traditional. Velvet is enjoying a renewed moment across most of these silhouettes; see our velvet chesterfield sofa trend report for examples. A mid-century modern coffee table within reach and a vintage mirror nearby round out the seating area.
How to Choose the Right Vintage Sofa
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