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Set of Four Eero Saarinen for Knoll International Dining Chairs
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Eero Saarinen for Knoll International, set of four model 72 chairs, in chrome and leather fabric
Category

Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Set of Four Harry Bertoia Designed Child Chairs for Knoll
By Harry Bertoia, Knoll
Located in San Francisco, CA
Offered here are four Harry Bertoia designed child chair for Knoll. First designed in 1950. All
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Four Vintage 1970 Made in Italy Stamped Marcel Breuer Cesca Knoll Dining Chairs
By Knoll
Located in GB
are a very rare suite, its hard to find four of these chairs from this era, quite often they are sold
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bergere Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Paoli Chair Co. Black Naugahyde Chrome MCM Slipper Chairs Style Florence Knoll
By Paoli Chair Company, Florence Knoll
Located in Topeka, KS
Paoli Chair Co. done in the style of Florence Knoll. Original tag on one chair dated 1968. They are in
Category

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

Materials

Chrome

Four Gae Aulenti for Knoll Leather Lounge Chairs c 1970's
By Gae Aulenti, Knoll
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional Knoll lounge chair(s) designed by Gae Aulenti as part of the iconic 1970's " Aulenti
Category

Vintage 1970s American Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Set of Four Chrome Dining Chairs by Bertoia for Knoll
By Harry Bertoia, Knoll
Located in New York, NY
lighting in our images is uneven. Chairs retain original Knoll Park Ave labels - Offered and priced as a
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Early Set of Four Harry Bertoia Molded Shell Side Chairs for Knoll, Labeled
By Harry Bertoia, Knoll
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
Set of four molded shell side chairs designed by Harry Bertoia and manufactured by Knoll
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Metal

1960s Bkf Hardoy Butterfly Chairs for Knoll in Black
By Knoll
Located in Farmingdale, NJ
Vintage BKF Hardoy “Butterfly Chairs” for knoll. Mid 20th century manufacture (1950-1970s) notice
Category

20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Iron

Walter Knoll Turtle Chair in STOCK
By Walter Knoll, PearsonLloyd
Located in New York, NY
, comfortably upholstered bucket is perfect for relaxing. Turtle is easy to swivel with a four star base, the
Category

2010s European Chairs

Materials

Fabric

Walter Knoll Turtle Chair in STOCK
Walter Knoll Turtle Chair in STOCK
H 31.89 in W 25.2 in D 25.2 in
Eero Saarinen for Knoll Set of Four Dining Chairs in Beige Leather
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Eero Saarinen for Knoll, set of four dining chairs, model '72', lacquered steel, leather, United
Category

Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

Eero Saarinen for Knoll Set of Four Dining Chairs in Blue Upholstery
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
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

Four Early 1970s Dining Chairs in the Style of Preben Fabricius / Knoll
By Knoll, Preben Fabricius
Located in Markington, GB
Four early 1970s dining chairs in the style of Preben Fabricius / Knoll.
Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Bentwood

1949 Set of Four George Nakashima for Knoll Associates N19 Chairs in Walnut
By Knoll, George Nakashima
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a set of four N19 Straight Chairs, designed by George Nakashima for Knoll Associates in
Category

Vintage 1940s American Modern Dining Room Chairs

Knoll Antimott Lounge Chair in Off-White Upholstery
By Knoll Antimott
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Knoll Antimott, lounge chair, alcantara, chrome, Germany, 1960s Somewhere between 1925-1929
Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Knoll Antimott Lounge Chairs in Off-White Upholstery
By Knoll Antimott
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Knoll Antimott, lounge chairs, alcantara, chrome, Germany, 1960s Somewhere between 1925-1929
Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Authentic Mint Set of Four Midcentury Knoll Brno Chairs by Mies van der Rohe
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Special order red leather chairs upholstered by Knoll. Beautiful showing very little use.
Category

1990s North American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Chrome

George Nakashima Straight Chair for Knoll
By George Nakashima, Knoll
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designed by master craftsman George Nakashima for Knoll in 1946, the N19 chair was intended as a
Category

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

Materials

Walnut

Eero Saarinen for Knoll International Set of Four Dining Chairs in Plywood
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

1990s Set of Four Frank Gehry for Knoll High Sticking Dining Side Chairs Maple
By Frank Gehry, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a set of four High Sticking chairs designed by Frank Gehry and produced by Knoll
Category

1990s American Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Maple

Lella and Massimo Vignelli Handkerchief Chairs for Knoll, Set of Four
By Massimo and Lella Vignelli, Knoll
Located in Miami, FL
Knoll to design the Handkerchief Chair. Using compression molded plastics, they conducted a fabrication
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel

Set of Four Rare Early Production Eero Saarinen for H.G. Knoll Dining Chairs
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Ferndale, MI
of four Eero Saarinen for HG Knoll executive chairs I have ever seen. All four on first generation
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Knoll Designed Comfortable Cognac Leather Dining-Room/Office Chairs
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Antwerp, BE
Set of four executive armless chairs by Eero Saarinen for Knoll International. Chairs has a label
Category

Vintage 1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Four Bill Stephens For Knoll Black Lacquered Armchairs
By Knoll, Bill Stephens
Located in Dallas, TX
This vintage set of 1300 Series armchairs designed by William 'Bill' Stephens for Knoll. The unique
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Saarinen Dining Chairs for Knoll
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Atlanta, GA
Sculptural set of four "Executive" model dining chairs, designed by Eero Saarinen for Knoll
Category

Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

Saarinen Dining Chairs for Knoll
Saarinen Dining Chairs for Knoll
H 31 in W 21.5 in D 18 in
Eero Saarinen Knoll Studio Set of Four (4) Mid Century Classic Tulip Armchairs
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A superb set of four (4) swivel armchairs of recent vintage, made by KnollStudio. Tagged under seat
Category

2010s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Mies van der Rohe for Knoll set of Four Bruno Chairs
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Chicago, IL
Mies van der Rohe for Knl set of Four Bruno chairs with arm pads, Original Gray leather with
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

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

Set of Four Mid-Century Modern Knoll Style Brno Dining Chairs
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This set of four vintage dining chairs features unique flat chrome frame cantilever design, with
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Set of 4 Executive Chairs by Eero Saarinen, Knoll International, Germany
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in München, Bavaria
. Manufactured by Knoll (European production), these chairs are distinguished by their elegant design and high
Category

Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Harry Bertoia for Knoll Large Chrome Diamond Chair
By Knoll, Harry Bertoia
Located in Ferndale, MI
. This is the large diamond chair from his wire series for Knoll. Chrome plated seat floats on four
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

4 Vintage Mid Century Modern Swivel "Tulip" Chairs by Eero Saarinen for Knoll
By Knoll
Located in San Marcos, CA
. Remnants of the Knoll labels are still visible on some of the chairs. The underside of the bases sports the
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fiberglass

Set of Four Richard Schultz 1966 Series Dining Chairs
By Richard Schultz, Knoll
Located in Chicago, IL
Richard Schultz 1966 series Knoll. Set of four outdoor dining chairs Model No. 1966-46-H. Seat and
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel, Steel

Set of Four Eero Saarinen Series 71 Executive Armchairs for Knoll
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Dronten, NL
Featured in nearly all Florence Knoll-designed interiors, the Saarinen Executive Chair has remained
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel

Set of Four Bentwood Upholstered Armchairs by Bill Stephens for Knoll
By Bill Stephens, Knoll
Located in Dallas, TX
: William 'Bill' Stephens, the young Knoll designer whose 1300 series of chairs took off after its inception
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Bentwood

Walter Knoll Low-Back Oxford Dining Chairs Set of Six
By Walter Knoll
Located in Chicago, IL
Walter Knoll Low-Back Oxford Chairs Set of Six Two with Arms Four Armless features five star bases
Category

Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Knoll Desk Chair in Contrasting Saddle Leather/Suede, Vintage Swivel Base
By Knoll
Located in Wilton, CT
thorough polish, and we install four new chrome ball casters. This chair features a rare vintage iteration
Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Metal

Set of four Eero Saarinen Swivel Tulip Armchairs Model 150, 1970s by Knoll Int.
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Langemark-Poelkapelle, BE
Fantastic pair of vintage swivel Tulip armchairs model 150 by Eero Saarinen for Knoll International
Category

Mid-20th Century Belgian Space Age Swivel Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Krusin Armchair in Ebonized Oak by Marc Krusin for Knoll, USA, c. 2000's
By Knoll
Located in Deland, FL
Beautiful style and comfortable seating. The Krusin armchair with upholstered back inset from Knoll
Category

Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Oak

Eames For Knoll Four Molded White Plastic Chairs with Eiffel Tower Bases
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Essex, MA
Eames for Knoll molded white plastic chairs with iconic stainless steel Eiffel Tour bases. Marked
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Mid-Century Patio Lounge Chairs Florence Knoll Richard Schultz
By Richard Schultz, Florence Knoll
Located in Baltimore, MD
Set of four patio lounge armchairs by famous designer Richard Schultz for Florence Knoll, made in
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

4 pieces of Eero Saarinen/Knoll International fantastic executive chair Mod.72
By Nordiska Kompaniet, Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Djurhamn, SE
. These four chairs are very 60s in their shape, colors and patterns and even moore wonderful in
Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Metal

Set of Four Richard Schultz 1966 Series Armless Lounge Chairs
By Knoll, Richard Schultz
Located in Chicago, IL
Richard Schultz for 1966 series for Knoll. Set of four outdoor lounge chairs. No longer in
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel, Metal

Warren Platner Grey Leather Easy Chair and Ottoman Set of Three, Knoll, 1966
By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Warren platner grey leather easy chair and ottoman set of three, Knoll, 1966. Knoll Models 1705L
Category

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

Materials

Stainless Steel, Nickel

2008 Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Dining Arm Chair Abacus Fabric
By Ettore Sottsass, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a single (The price listed is for one chair, however, four are available) Eero
Category

Early 2000s American Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

Pair of Bouclé Slipper Chairs Designed by Jens Risom for H.G. Knoll Associates
By Knoll, Jens Risom
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Jens Risom for H.G. Knoll Associates armless slipper chairs composed of upholstered seats supported
Category

Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Walnut

Warren Platner Gray Leather 1705 Easy Chair and Ottoman Set of Two, Knoll, 1966
By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Warren platner gray leather easy chair and ottoman set of two, Knoll, 1966. Knoll Models 1705L and
Category

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

Materials

Stainless Steel, Nickel

Vintage MCM Miles Van Der Rohe for Knoll Brno Chairs - Set of 4
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in west palm beach, FL
A spectacular set of four vintage MCM dining chairs. The iconic BRNO chairs with the flat bar
Category

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

Materials

Chrome

Four Mies van der Rohe Knoll BRNO tubular armchairs in teal leather
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
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

Mid-Century Modern Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Armless Chairs, Set of 4
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
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

Mid-Century Modern Eero Saarinen for Knoll Red Executive Armless Chairs Set of 4
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
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

Knoll Barcelona Chairs by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Leather, Stainless Steel
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Kansas City, MO
Four available. Price is for each. Beautiful set of Barcelona Chairs designed by Ludwig Mies van
Category

Early 2000s American Bauhaus Lounge Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Set of 4 Ebonized Knoll Ricchio Chairs
By Joe & Linda Ricchio
Located in Pasadena, TX
Set of 4 ebonized Knoll Ricchio chairs 1990 Winner of the 1991 Roscoe award for furniture
Category

1990s North American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Ash

Set of 4 Ebonized Knoll Ricchio Chairs
Set of 4 Ebonized Knoll Ricchio Chairs
H 32 in W 21.75 in D 19.25 in
1971 Set of 4 Eero Saarinen for Knoll Side Chairs w/ Edelman Leather Upholstery
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a set of four Saarinen armless executive side chairs on pedestal bases, originally designed
Category

Vintage 1970s American Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel

Preben Fabricius and Jorgen Kashtolm Swivel Chairs for Walter Knoll 1970s Signed
By Jørgen Kastholm & Preben Fabricius, Walter Knoll
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This incredible set of four swivel lounge chairs by Preben Fabricius and Jorgen Kastholm for Walter
Category

Vintage 1970s German Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Suede

1960s Set of 4 Eero Saarinen for Knoll Armless Tulip Side Chairs in Brown Fabric
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a set of four Eero Saarinen for Knoll Tulip dining chairs with brown fabric seat
Category

Vintage 1960s American Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric

USA Mid-Century Red Cushion N Steel Diamond Armchairs by Bertoia for Knoll, 1970
By Harry Bertoia, Knoll
Located in MIlano, IT
USA mid-century Red cushion and steel Diamond armchairs by Bertoia for Knoll, 1970s. Set of four
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Eero Saarinen Knoll Executive Dining Chair/Armchairs with Tubular Legs, Set of 4
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Set of four Mid-Century Modern executive dining chair set featuring 2 side chairs and 2 armchairs
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Steel

Authentic Vintage Pair of Leather Lounge Chairs by Mies Van Der Rohe for Knoll
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Shippensburg, PA
MR BLACK LEATHER AND CHROME STEEL LOUNGE CHAIRS - A PAIR Designed by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Warren Platner 1705Y Easy Ottoman, Gray Leather and Nickel, Knoll, 1966
By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Warren Platner 1705Y Easy Ottoman, Gray Leather and Nickel, Knoll, 1966 Custom gray leather
Category

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

Materials

Stainless Steel, Nickel

Set Of Four Knoll Arm Chairs With Original Upholstery
By Knoll
Located in Buchanan, MI
Set Of Four Knoll Arm Chairs With Original Upholstery
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Bentwood

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With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the knoll chairs four you’re looking for. Frequently made of metal, fabric and plastic, every knoll chairs four was constructed with great care. There are 203 variations of the antique or vintage knoll chairs four you’re looking for, while we also have 3 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer knoll chairs four, there are earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Each knoll chairs four bearing Mid-Century Modern, Modern or Scandinavian Modern hallmarks is very popular. Knoll, Eero Saarinen and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe each produced at least one beautiful knoll chairs four that is worth considering.

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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.

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Questions About Knoll Chairs Four
  • 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 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.