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Eero Saarinen for Knoll International Set of Four Dining Chairs Plywood Velvet
By Florence Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Eero Saarinen for Knoll International, set of four dining chairs, coated iron, plywood, velvet
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Iron

Robert Venturi Sheraton chair for Knoll Postmodern 80s
By Robert Venturi, Knoll
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Robert Venturi chair for knoll Model: Sheraton Silkscreen printed pattern on black plywood. Rare
Category

Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Plywood

1990s Set of Crassevig & Knoll Gina / Ginotta Dining Chairs by Enrico Franzolini
By Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a set of four gorgeousGina / Ginotta bent plywood dining chairs with oatmeal
Category

1990s American Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Plywood

Pair of Bill Stephens for Knoll Lounge Chairs
By Knoll, Bill Stephens
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Pair of Lounge Chairs designed by Bill Stephens and produced by Knoll. This Original pair is in
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Plywood

1970s Eero Saarinen for Knoll Armless Executive Side Chair
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Saarinen Executive Armless Side Chair, Model 72C, designed in 1950 by Eero Saarinen and
Category

Vintage 1970s American Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Steel

Pair Frank Gehry Cross Check Bent Maple Chairs For Knoll
By Knoll, Frank Gehry
Located in Los Angeles, CA
any room in the home. The back of chairs flex for added comfort. Frank Gehry paired with Knoll
Category

20th Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Maple, Bentwood, Plywood

Set of 8 Ginotta Dining Chairs by Enrico Franzolini Dining Chairs for Knoll. Cir
By Knoll, Enrico Franzolini
Located in Miami, FL
Set of 8 Postmodern Ginotta Dining Chairs by Enrico Franzolini Dining Chairs for Knoll. Circa 1980s
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

2019 Marcel Breuer for Knoll Cesca Armless Side Chair in Blue and Fabric
By Knoll, Marcel Breuer
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

2022 Eero Saarinen for Knoll Armless Side Chair in Pink Mohair 2x Available
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Saarinen Armless Executive Chair, model 72C, designed by Eero Saarinen for Knoll
Category

2010s American Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Steel

2003 Knoll Saarinen Armless Executive Side Chair in Bordeaux Fabric, Model 72C
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Saarinen Executive Armless Side Chair, Model 72C, designed in 1950 by Eero Saarinen and
Category

Early 2000s American Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel

Modern EOOS for Coalesse Joel Blue Swivel Lounge Chairs by Walter Knoll, a Pair
By EOOS, Walter Knoll, Coalesse
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

Mid-Century Modern Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Armless Chairs - Set of 12
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Stunning authentic mid-century modern set of twelve Saarinen executive armless chairs by Knoll. One
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Ch...

Materials

Steel, Chrome

2000s Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Side Chair in Blue Fabric, Model 72
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
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

Mid Century Modern Sculptural Birch 6 Hat Trick Chairs by Frank Gehry - Knoll
By Knoll, Frank Gehry
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fantastic set of 6 post Modern "Hat Trick Chairs" by Frank Gehry for Knoll. Created from Birch
Category

1990s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Plastic, Birch, Plywood

Mid-Century Modern Eero Saarinen for Knoll Red Executive Armless Chairs Set of 4
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Stunning authentic mid-century modern set of four Saarinen executive armless chairs by Knoll. One
Category

2010s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Height adjustable T60 workshop chair by Oldeberg & Olsen for Knoll, Inc., 1947
By Knoll, Odelberg Olsen
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
company in the 1940s to manufacture these office chairs. Knoll, Inc. in the USA took over production in
Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Industrial Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Steel

2010s Pair of Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Krefeld Lounge Chairs in Brown Leather
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Lilly Reich in 1927. These particular chairs were produced by Knoll in the USA in the 2010s. Their
Category

2010s American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Mid-Century Modern Eero Saarinen for Knoll New Executive Swivel Desk Arm Chair
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Secaucus, NJ
for one chair) Specifications: Upholstered in Knoll high-quality wool blend fabric, light gray color
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs ...

Materials

Aluminum

Mid-Century Modern Ludwig Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Krefeld Brown Lounge Chair
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Secaucus, NJ
. Model: 751 Krefeld lounge chair Designer: Ludwig Mies van der Rohe 1930 Made in the USA by Knoll
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Fabric, Hardwood, Plywood

1980s Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Desk or Dining Chair in Hopsack Fabric
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Saarinen Executive Chair, Model 71 USB, designed by Eero Saarinen for Knoll in 1950. This
Category

Vintage 1980s American Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Steel

Post Modern Mid-Century Modern Red Lounge Chair by Metropolitan of San Francisco
By Knoll
Located in Basel, BS
. This Metropolitan designer lounge chair design with Knoll textile will WOW any setting. Labels read
Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Plywood

2008 Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Krefeld Gray Fabric Lounge Chair 5x Available
By Lilly Reich, Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Philadelphia, PA
in 1927. These particular chairs were produced by Knoll in the USA in 2008, and the listed price
Category

Early 2000s American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Robert Venturi 'Queen Anne' Chair for Knoll International, C. 1985, Signed
By Robert Venturi and Denise Scott Brown, Knoll, Robert Venturi
Located in Los Angeles, CA
sculptures or as chairs. Signed underneath three chairs with Knoll International labels. Please note, the
Category

Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Laminate, Plywood

Eero Saarinen 'Finnish-American, 1910-1961' "Grasshopper" Chair, Knoll Original
By Eero Saarinen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
condition. No issues exist. This chair is a very early model from Knoll and shows a beautiful patina to
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Birch, Plywood

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

2007 Set of 6 Knoll Brno Tubular Dining Chairs by Mies van der Rohe in Leather
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
. This particular set was produced in 2007 by Knoll. The listed price includes the set of 6 chairs as
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel

2010s EOOS for Coalesse / Walter Knoll Joel Swivel Lounge Chair in Blue Fabric
By Coalesse, EOOS
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

2010 EOOS for Coalesse / Walter Knoll Joel Swivel Lounge Chair in Red Fabric
By Coalesse, EOOS
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

1970s Pair of Model 1315 Lounge Chairs in Oak by Bill Stephens
By Bill Stephens, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a pair of Model 1315 Lounge Chairs, originally designed by Bill Stephens for Knoll in 1967
Category

Vintage 1970s American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Oak, Plywood, Fabric, Foam

Modernist Classic Marcel Breuer Chaise Longue "Isokon" 1970s
By Knoll, Marcel Breuer
Located in Renens, CH
refuge in England, for the British firm Isokon. It was later produced under license by Knoll
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Plywood

C. 1958 Pair of Florence Knoll 84 ULB Lounge Arm Chairs in Fabric and Wood
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an unusual pair of Florence Knoll Armchairs, model 84 ULB, initially designed by Florence
Category

Vintage 1950s American Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Rare 1960s Eero Saarinen Associates Upholstered Executive Tulip Swivel Armchairs
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
These are Executive desk chairs, designed by Eero Saarinen for Knoll Associates in the 1960s. This
Category

Vintage 1960s American Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

2009 Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Arm Chairs in Grey Vinyl
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
These are Saarinen Executive Chairs, Model 71 APC, originally designed by Eero Saarinen for Knoll
Category

Early 2000s American Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

2007 Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Dining Arm Chairs Model 71APC
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
These are Saarinen Executive Chairs, Model 71 APC, originally designed by Eero Saarinen for Knoll
Category

Early 2000s American Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

2007 Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Arm Chairs Model 71APC 10x Available
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
These are Saarinen Executive Chairs, Model 71 APC, originally designed by Eero Saarinen for Knoll
Category

Early 2000s American Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

2009 Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Dining Arm Chairs in Striped Fabric
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Saarinen Executive Chair, Model 71 APC, originally designed by Eero Saarinen for Knoll in
Category

Early 2000s American Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

1960s Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Dining Chair Arm in Beige Fabric
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Saarinen Executive Chair, Model 71 USB, designed by Eero Saarinen for Knoll in 1950. This
Category

Vintage 1960s American Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Mid-Century Modern Eero Saarinen for Knoll White and Black Executive Arm Chair
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Secaucus, NJ
: Knoll Made in: USA. Authentic the chair has the Knoll label attached under the seat. Year manufactured
Category

2010s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

1970s Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Desk or Dining Chair in Hopsack Fabric
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Saarinen Executive Chair, Model 71 USB, originally designed by Eero Saarinen for Knoll in
Category

Vintage 1970s American Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

2015 Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Dining Arm Chair in Fabric w/ Oak Legs
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Saarinen Executive Chair, model 71A, originally designed by Eero Saarinen for Knoll in
Category

2010s American Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

2004 Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Brno Thin Pad Tubular Dining Arm Chair Leather
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Philadelphia, PA
. These examples were produced by Knoll in 2004, and the listed price includes one chair. We have four
Category

Early 2000s American Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

2004 Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Brno Thin Pad Dining Arm Chair in Black Leather
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Philadelphia, PA
. These examples were produced by Knoll in 2004, and the listed price includes one chair. We have four
Category

Early 2000s American Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Grasshopper Lounge Chair designed by Eero Saarinen for Knoll International
By Eero Saarinen
Located in Offenburg, Baden Wurthemberg
Knoll International Grasshopper Lounge chair, Modell No. 61 designed by Eero Saarinen in 1946
Category

Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Plywood, Birch

1990s Ettore Sottsass Studio Westside Lounge Chair in Multi-Color Fabric
By Ettore Sottsass, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
for the underside. The chair is upholstered in the primary colors of red, yellow and blue. The legs
Category

Vintage 1980s American Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Empire Chair in Molded Plywood by Robert Venturi & Denise Scott, 1984
By Robert Venturi and Denise Scott Brown, Knoll
Located in New York, NY
Empire chair in molded plywood with laminated finish in the "Grandmother" pattern. Designed by
Category

Vintage 1980s American Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Plywood

Mid-century Grasshopper chair by Eero Saarinen for Knoll (1950s)
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll, Wohnbedarf
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
The Grasshopper (or model 61) chair was designed by Eero Saarinen for Knoll in 1946, it was
Category

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

Materials

Wool, Bentwood, Plywood

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
Category

Vintage 1950s American Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Steel

Robert Venturi for Knoll Molded Plywood Queen Anne Chairs in Grandmother Pattern
By Knoll, Robert Venturi and Denise Scott Brown
Located in Houston, TX
Queen Anne chair designed by Robert Venturi with Grandmother pattern finish designed by partner
Category

Vintage 1980s Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Plywood

Robert Venturi Chippendale Chair For Knoll ( 2 available )
By Knoll, Robert Venturi
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Robert Venturi Chippendale Chair For Knoll ( 2 available )
Category

Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Plywood

Pair of Bent Plywood Brown Red Mohair Upholstery Womb Lounge Chairs
By Knoll
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of very nice design super comfortable chairs by Bill Stephens for Knoll.
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Mohair, Upholstery

Eero Saarinen Womb Chair by Knoll
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Highland, IN
Saarinen's iconic and incredibly comfortable womb chair and ottoman upholstered in persimmon
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel, Chrome

Eero Saarinen Womb Chair by Knoll
Eero Saarinen Womb Chair by Knoll
H 35.5 in W 40 in D 34 in
Pair of Bent Walnut Wood Dining Chairs by Knoll
By Knoll
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of Mid-Century Modern bent plywood chairs for Knoll.
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Early 'Grasshopper' Chair by Eero Saarinen for Knoll Associates
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Eero Saarinen's iconic 'Grasshopper' chair designed for Knoll Associates. Early example (circa late
Category

Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Plywood, Birch

3rd Generation Eero Saarinen Womb Chair for Knoll
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Southampton, NJ
An early 3rd generation Eero Saarinen Womb chair having black iron base and signature stainless
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel, Iron

Bill Stephens for Knoll Mid Century Modern Bent Plywood Lounge Chair
By Bill Stephens
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Very nice mid century modern bent plywood design chair by Knoll
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Set of Eight Eero Saarinen Chairs by Knoll
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Highland, IN
This set of Saarinen chairs is comprised of six side chairs and two arm chairs, all with chrome
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel, Chrome

Early Eero Saarinen Knoll Womb Chair & Ottoman, Blue Upholstery, Black Frame
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in New York, NY
Early Eero Saarinen Knoll Womb Chair, Blue Upholstery, Black Wrought Iron Frame. Being sold as is
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wrought Iron

Postmodern Sheraton Chair by Robert Venturi & Denise Scott Brown for Knoll
By Knoll, Robert Venturi
Located in Dorchester, MA
Robert Venturi and Denise Scott Brown designed the Sheraton Chair for Knoll International — one of
Category

Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Leather, Plywood

Contemporary Jonathan Crinion for Knoll Crinion Wood Side Armchairs - Set of 6
By Knoll
Located in Secaucus, NJ
: Knoll Studio Made in: USA Year manufactured: 2012 Certified Clean Air Gold Authentic all the chairs have
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Hardwood, Beech, Plywood

Venturi & Scott Brown for Knoll "Sheraton" Chair
Located in Astoria, NY
Robert Venturi (American, 1925-2018) and Denise Scott Brown (American, b. 1930) for Knoll
Category

Late 20th Century American Modern Chairs

Materials

Laminate, Plywood

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Plywood Chair Knoll For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal plywood chair knoll for your home. Each plywood chair knoll for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, plywood and fabric. There are many kinds of the plywood chair knoll you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. A plywood chair knoll made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Modern — is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one plywood chair knoll that is appealing in its simplicity, but Knoll, Eero Saarinen and Robert Venturi produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Plywood Chair Knoll?

The average selling price for a plywood chair knoll at 1stDibs is $4,200, while they’re typically $1,450 on the low end and $90,000 for the highest priced.

Finding the Right Seating for You

With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.

Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.

Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.

The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.

Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.

With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.

Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.

No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.

Questions About Plywood Chair Knoll
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    A 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Knoll 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To clean an Eames molded plywood chair, wipe it down with a soft cloth dampened with warm water and a mild dish soap. Then, use a second cloth moistened with water to wipe off the soap. Finally, use a soft towel to dry. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Eames chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024
    To 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, 2024
    To 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, 2024
    To 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, 2024
    What 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.