Eero Saarinen CHAIR '71' For Knoll
By Eero Saarinen
Located in Forest, BE
Eero Saarinen designed furniture as a means to problem-solve. Each of his works had a distinct vocabulary of form, startlingly different from the other. The Model 71 and 72 Chairs – ...
Metal
4 Brass Patina Brno Armchairs Sapphire Blue Velvet 1960s After Mies Van Der Rohe
By Breuton, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Round Top, TX
Striking set of four Brno armchairs, reupholstered in a rich sapphire blue cotton velvet that adds depth and luxury to the minimalist silhouette. These chairs are crafted with extrem...
Brass
Diamond Chair by Harry BERTOIA, KNOLL INTERNATIONAL
By Harry Bertoia
Located in Berlin, Berlin
Original Diamond Chairs, designed by Harry Bertoia. U.S.A., Knoll International, 1970s Early production Diamond chairs in white and black painted metal with rust-orange velvet pads.
Metal
$2,656 / set
Knoll Saarinen Relax Chairs, Set of Four
By Eero Saarinen
Located in Rochester, England
Experience the enduring appeal of mid-century modernism with the Saarinen Relax Chair, an iconic design by Eero Saarinen for Knoll. Created from a desire to simplify and refine form,...
Steel
Pair of Charles Pfister Cube Lounge Chairs for Knoll
By Charles Pfister
Located in Wilton, CT
His partnership with Knoll ensured the finest quality craftsmanship. With simple cubist shapes, clear lines and a seemingly floating base, the lounge chairs are newly upholstered in ...
Velvet
$4,120
Mid-Century Lounge Chair
By Knoll Antimott
Located in Schöfflisdorf, CH
New reupholstered and recovered with a period green and orange velvet. Very comfortable and easy to lay down.
Velvet, Wood
Warren Platner Ottomans/Stools for Knoll
By Warren Platner
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A pair of Warren Platner Ottomans/Stools manufactured by Knoll Original velvet Upholstery
Stainless Steel
Set of 4 Dining Chairs designed by Harry BERTOIA for Knoll International, 1970s
By Harry Bertoia
Located in Berlin, Berlin
A set of black and white Side Chairs, designed by Harry Bertoia. U.S.A., Knoll International, 1970s. Vintage set of side chairs with burnt orange-coloured velvet pads.
Metal
(4) Saarinen Executive Armchairs Holly Hunt Leather JS 6013/13 Mustique leather
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Wilton, CT
The next generation of Eero Saarinen's famed executive chairs have arrived, 100% authentic Eero Saarinen for Knoll executive chairs completely restored ground-up with an extra touch ...
Steel
Early Saarinen Executive Arm Chairs in Moss Silk Mohair with Walnut Legs, Pair
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Stamford, CT
Eero Saarinen remains one of the most influential furniture designers of the 20th century, celebrated for his sculptural approach to form and his pioneering use of materials. His ico...
Fabric, Walnut, Wood, Velvet, Upholstery
Karpen of California "Horn" Lounge Chair Green Velvet, Walnut, Aluminum, 1950s
By Karpen of California
Located in Chino Hills, CA
The chair's deep olive green velvet upholstery from Knoll Textiles Collection, a recent addition, is both sumptuous and sophisticated, offering a luxurious seating experience that is...
Aluminum
Set of 4 Post Modern Velvet Dining Chairs in the Style of Angelo Donghia
By Angelo Donghia, Kreiss
Located in Austin, TX
The upholstery has been re-done professionally with a soft grey velvet by Knoll. They are comfortable to sit in and create a definite focal point.
Velvet
Brass Bench by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Edward Wormley
Located in Dallas, TX
A brass bench by Edward Wormley for Dunbar upholstered in Knoll, Arrezzo, Truffle velvet.
Brass
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