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Florence Knoll Furniture

American, 1917-2019

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.

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Creator: Florence Knoll
Florence Knoll Solid Chromed Steel Tables with Floating Walnut Laminate Tops
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Original solid steel 24 inch square side tables by Florence Knoll with floating laminate walnut tops. We have multiple tables that can be used tide by side as a longer coffee table. ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Florence Knoll Furniture

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Steel, Chrome

Vintage Calacatta Marble and Rosewood Florence Knoll Credenza
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Miami, FL
A vintage and timeless rosewood credenza with original white Calacatta marble top on chrome legs with chromed pulls and finished back. A very versatile piece, perfect for any home or...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Florence Knoll Furniture

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Steel, Chrome

Pristine Florence Knoll Sofa for Knoll International
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pristine Florence Knoll Sofa for Knoll International. Upholstered in gorgeous Sina Pearson fabric. Florence Knoll was a pioneering designer and entrepreneur who created the modern...
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Early 2000s American Modern Florence Knoll Furniture

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Stainless Steel

Mid-Century Modern Early Knoll Walnut 2-Door Credenza
By Florence Knoll
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Diminutive credenza from the early 1950s. Walnut top is new veneer replacing worn Formica. Leather pulls a signature Florence Knoll design mark. Two sliding doors open to reveal two ...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Florence Knoll Furniture

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Steel

Pair of Rosewood Cabinets by Florence Knoll for Knoll
By Florence Knoll
Located in Dallas, TX
A pair of rosewood credenzas / nightstands with finished backs and marble tops. Designed by Florence Knoll for Knoll.
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1960s Vintage Florence Knoll Furniture

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Marble

Florence Knoll 2-Seater Sofa, Classic Mid Century Modern, Knoll
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Buffalo, NY
Vintage Florence Knoll 2 seater 'lounge series' sofa with original 2nd generation upholstery in a coarse woven off-white mottled wool fabric. This sofa d...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Florence Knoll Furniture

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Chrome

Florence Knoll for Knoll International Lounge Chair in Teak
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Florence Knoll for Knoll International, lounge chair, model '51', teak, fabric, United States, 1955 This slipper chair model 51 is designed by Florence Knoll. The teak frame of the chair is sleek in form. The angled seat is placed upon the squared-off frame. Maximum seating comfort is ensured by the wide seat and tilted backrest. Florence Knoll (1917-) was trained as an architect and had a sense of style from a very young age. In 1936 she met Alvar Aalto and was trained by Marcel Breuer, Walter Gropius and Mies van der Rohe. This meant that although she was barely out of her teens, she was educated by the best of the European modernists. When she arrived in New York Knoll worked on interior projects (being the only female) which is how she came to know Hans Knoll. When Florence joined Knoll, the planning unit started. Florence also made sure that the designs where more 'American Modernist' instead of Scandinavian, When Hans Knoll died she...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Florence Knoll Furniture

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Fabric, Teak

Pair Mid-Century Walnut with white laminate Top Nightstands by Florence Knoll
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Pair of beautiful Florence knoll single drawer nightstands or side tables. Walnut single drawer nightstands with clean white laminate tops. Solid Oak drawers with single white divide...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Florence Knoll Furniture

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Walnut, Laminate, Oak

Florence Knoll Credenza
By Florence Knoll
Located in Chicago, IL
For Knoll c. 1970s, the top was just refinished and the piece has been polished. There are minor flaws consistent with age and use that we’ve done our best to photograph This piece ...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Florence Knoll Furniture

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Wood

Oval Green Marble Dining Table by Florence Knoll, United States, 1960s
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Antwerp, BE
Manufactured in the United States during the 1960s, this oval dining table designed by Florence Knoll features a timeless design. The tabletop, carved from solid green marble, gracef...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Florence Knoll Furniture

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Marble, Steel

Red Leather 72" Bench by Florence Knoll for Knoll International
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Dronten, NL
What a bold statement! Not the obligatory black leather, this Florence Knoll 72" Bench for Knoll is executed in the most exquisite red spinneybeck leather. Classic Knoll Design, fits...
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Florence Knoll Furniture

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Steel, Chrome

Early Midcentury Florence Knoll Bench 36''
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
For your consideration is this exceptional midcentury bench featuring leather tufted cushions on a chrome frame. The height is 17 inches and the depth is 18 inches. The total length ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Florence Knoll Furniture

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Chrome

Rosewood Cabinet by Florence Knoll for Knoll
By Florence Knoll
Located in Dallas, TX
A rosewood credenza with finished back and marble top. Designed by Florence Knoll for Knoll.
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1960s Vintage Florence Knoll Furniture

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Rosewood

Mid Century Knoll Four Door Walnut Credenza with Leather Pulls
By Florence Knoll
Located in New York, NY
This elegant and classic Mid Century understated Knoll credenza has four sliding doors with original leather pulls and adjustable wood shelves. This seems to be an early piece with r...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Florence Knoll Furniture

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Walnut

Florence Knoll for Knoll Cabinet
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Florence Knoll for Knoll Hanging or standing Cabinet. Always meant to hang from the wall, last used as a bar. Added feet for ease of placement. Walnut outer cabinet, and cream col...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Florence Knoll Furniture

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Metal

Pair of Black Marble Table Lamps by Florence Knoll, US ca. 1960s
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Geneva, CH
Pair of black marble table lamps by Florence Knoll producued by Knoll USA ca. 1960s New shades, structured off white paper.
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1960s American Vintage Florence Knoll Furniture

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Marble, Steel

1960s Florence Knoll Rosewood and Marble 4 Position Credenza
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Houston, TX
Stunning Florence Knoll marble-top rosewood credenza, c.1960s. Polished chrome base, rosewood veneer, and Olympus Calacatta marble top make this piece drop dead gorgeous, while the 4...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Florence Knoll Furniture

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Carrara Marble, Chrome

Vintage Sideboard by Florence Knoll
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in London, GB
A stylish and extremely well made vintage sideboard by Florence Knoll. It was made by Knoll International, it dates from around the 1960-70’s. It is of superb quality, beautifully c...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Florence Knoll Furniture

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Chrome

Florence Knoll for Knoll International Sliding Door Storage Cabinet.
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Chicago, IL
Florence Knoll for Knoll International Sliding Door Storage Cabinet, Model 541, designed in 1952. This piece features square tubular chrome plated legs, painted lacquered doors and o...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Florence Knoll Furniture

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Walnut

Knoll by Florence Knoll Ebonized Oak Mini Desk
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in London, GB
Originally designed by Florence Knoll in 1954, the Mini Desk is part of the High Table range manufactured by Knoll. Constructed from a slimline polished chrome frame, the desk has a...
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2010s Italian Florence Knoll Furniture

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Wood

Florence Knoll Round Parallel Bar Coffee Table in Solid Walnut and Steel
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Dallas, TX
Early production Florence Knoll designed parallel bar cocktail table with a solid wood top and satin steel legs. Restored to the highest possible standard. Very heavy and substantial.
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Mid-20th Century American Florence Knoll Furniture

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Steel

Freestanding 8-Drawer Credenza by Florence Knoll for Knoll, 1961
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Antwerpen, VAN
Stunning and ultra high-end sideboard designed by Florence Knoll Basset in 1961. This is a rare ‘2549M’ version with 8 drawers in total of which 4 pencil drawers and 4 large file cab...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Florence Knoll Furniture

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Steel

Early Florance Knoll For Knoll Associates Walnut And Cream Credenza C.1950
By Florence Knoll
Located in Bernville, PA
Exceptional early Florence Knoll for Knoll Associates Credenza. Beautiful walnut veneer cabinet with white lacquer doors and maple veneer inside. Cabinet has an early Knoll tag on th...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Florence Knoll Furniture

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Maple, Walnut, Lacquer

Expertly Restored - Vintage Harry Bertoia Diamond Wire Chair for Knoll
By Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precision. With over 17 years of artisanal exper...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Florence Knoll Furniture

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Metal

Florence Knoll Triple Dresser in Oak and Travertine
By Florence Knoll
Located in Dallas, TX
A triple dresser on brushed stainless base in oak with travertine tops. Designed by Florence Knoll for Knoll.
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1960s Vintage Florence Knoll Furniture

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Travertine

Florence Knoll stool
By Florence Knoll
Located in PARIS, FR
Stool model 75 designed by Florence Knoll for Knoll International, 1950s. White Formica seat resting on a black lacquered tubular base. In perfect condition. DV504
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Mid-20th Century Florence Knoll Furniture

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Formica

Florence Knoll glass coffee table
By Florence Knoll
Located in PARIS, FR
Coffee table by designer Florence Knoll for Knoll International, from the 1970s. The structure is welded and chromed steel. The tabletop is made of thick glass. 2 tables available. V...
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Mid-20th Century Florence Knoll Furniture

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Metal

Florence Knoll stool
By Florence Knoll
Located in PARIS, FR
Stool model 75 by designer Florence Knoll for Knoll International, 1950s. Black Formica seat resting on a black lacquered tubular base. In perfect condition. DV505-506
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Mid-20th Century Florence Knoll Furniture

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Formica

Mid-Century Pair of Florence Knoll Chests of Drawers
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Baltimore, MD
Remarkably iconic rare pair of walnut Mid-Century cabinets/ dressers by Florence Knoll, for Knoll inc., ca. 1960’s. A beautiful example of Mid-Century craftsmanship. Expertly crafted...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Florence Knoll Furniture

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Walnut

Mid-Century Pair of Florence Knoll Chests of Drawers
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Baltimore, MD
Remarkably iconic rare pair of walnut Mid-Century cabinets/ dressers by Florence Knoll, for Knoll inc., ca. 1960's. A beautiful example of Mid-Century craftsmanship. Expertly crafted...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Florence Knoll Furniture

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Laminate, Walnut

Florence Knoll Model 17 Desk
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Saint Paul, MN
Alongside the model 75 stool, this desk was part of Florence Knoll's first collection of designs. The louvre drawers follows the same design language used in a variety of casegoods s...
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Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Florence Knoll Furniture

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Maple

Knoll Parallel Bar Sofa Re-Upholstered in Knoll Rivington Fabric
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A lovely complete re-upholstered vintage Knoll Parallel Bar Sofa or 2 seat settee. The fabric we chose to use is a sophisticated all-over multi...
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20th Century American Florence Knoll Furniture

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Steel

Vintage Florence Knoll Molded Plywood Architectural Letter Tray
By Florence Knoll
Located in Esperance, NY
This is a very unique premium paper or letter tray that is now available for sale. It comes with its original Knoll tag and is an early version of the product. With its stunning desi...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Florence Knoll Furniture

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Bentwood

Credenza Sideboard by Florence Knoll Bassett for Knoll Inc, 1970s
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Lasne, BE
The sideboard has 4 doors and 2 shelves inside. Wear and tear due to time and age of the cabinet.   
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1970s Central American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Florence Knoll Furniture

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Metal

Knoll Rosewood Triple Dresser Chest of Drawers Cabinet
By Florence Knoll
Located in Ocean Grove, NJ
Mid-Century Modern Rosewood Triple Dresser or 3 piece Chest of Drawers designed by Florence Knoll for Knoll in the 1960s. This rare version ha...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Florence Knoll Furniture

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Rosewood

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. Featuring a chrome f...
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Early 2000s American Modern Florence Knoll Furniture

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Fabric

Rosewood Credenza by Florence Knoll
By Florence Knoll
Located in Dallas, TX
A rosewood credenza with marble top. Designed by Florence Knoll for Knoll.
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1970s Vintage Florence Knoll Furniture

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Marble

Dining Table Model 578 in Walnut by Florence Knoll
By Nordiska Kompaniet, Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Dronten, NL
Florence Knoll model 578 dining or conference table. The table features a boat shaped top in walnut with an enameled square tubular steel base. The beautiful book matched walnut tabl...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Florence Knoll Furniture

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Steel

Mid-Century Modern Two-Tone Doors Lacquer Credenza by Florence Knoll
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elegant credenza designed by architect and designer Florence Knoll and manufactured by Knoll Associates Inc, circa 1950s. This iconic design features a walnut wood case over six soli...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Florence Knoll Furniture

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Wood, Walnut, Lacquer

Oval Burgundy Marble Dining Table by Florence Knoll, United States, 1960s
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Antwerp, BE
Oval burgundy marble dining table by Florence Knoll, manufactured in the United States during the 1960s. The tabletop, hewn from solid bur...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Florence Knoll Furniture

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Marble, Steel

Florence Knoll for Knoll International Sideboard in Teak
By Florence Knoll
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Florence Knoll for Knoll International, sideboard, teak, steel, walnut, United States, 1961 This minimalistic sideboard was made with the aim of creating office furniture that woul...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Florence Knoll Furniture

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Steel

Florence Knoll Walnut Nightstands for Knoll
By Florence Knoll
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A pair of dark walnut nightstands each having a single drawer and one with a lower shelve . This very well crafted pair of nightstands with a s...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Florence Knoll Furniture

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Walnut

Double Sided Desk in Black Lacquered by Florence Knoll, 1960s
By Florence Knoll
Located in Brussels, BE
Double Sided Desk in Black Lacquered Wood And Chromed Steel Base by Florence Knoll, 1960
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1960s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Florence Knoll Furniture

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Metal

Florence Knoll for Knoll 72” Black Leather Bench
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Florence Knoll 72" Black Leather Bench for Knoll. Classic Knoll Design! Fits in perfectly to so many spaces! Functional and Elegant. All Original Condition with some nice patina....
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Florence Knoll Furniture

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Chrome

Restored Florence Knoll Walnut & Maple Cabinet Model No.541 New York, 1960s
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This iconic cabinet was designed in the 1960s by Florence Knoll and manufactured by Knoll International for sale in the heart of New York City on Park Avenue. Built of a finely grain...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Florence Knoll Furniture

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Metal

Florence Knoll Nightstands in Walnut for Knoll Associates Early Production
By Florence Knoll
Located in Dallas, TX
Early production nightstands model 227 designed by Florence Knoll for Knoll Associates, 1956. Nightstands are constructed of walnut and retain the early Knoll label. Both are in exce...
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Mid-20th Century Florence Knoll Furniture

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Walnut

T Angle Side Table by Florence Knoll for Knoll
By Florence Knoll
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A very nice simple side table with satin black T angled steel frame and with a white Laminate top . A very early production piece having the big fabric label to the bottom from Knoll...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Florence Knoll Furniture

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Steel

Mid-Century Modern Florence Knoll, Model 2480 Oval Table Desk, 1960s
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Eindhoven, Noord Brabant
This particular Florence Knoll oval table desk is designed by Florence Knoll for Knoll in 1961. This rare edition with a silver lacquere...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Florence Knoll Furniture

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Steel

Early Florence Knoll 3-Seat Model 26 Sofa
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Very early Florence Knoll sofa, circa late 1940s, in vintage oatmeal nubby wool Knoll fabric, with down seat and back cushions. The six inset legs make...
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Florence Knoll Furniture

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Textile, Maple

Early T Angle Walnut Coffee Table / Bench by Florence Knoll # 332 for Knoll (B)
By Florence Knoll
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A very early and rare segmented topped walnut coffee table or bench with satin black T angled metal base . This architectural styled piece would fit into almost any interior room or ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Florence Knoll Furniture

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Steel

Florence Knoll 'Model 116' Iron Leg and Grass Cloth Credenza for Knoll, 1950s
By Florence Knoll
Located in Coronado, CA
A maple, grasscloth and leather 'Model 116' cabinet designed by Florence Knoll in 1948 for Knoll Associates. The credenza features a pair of sliding doors with grasscloth fronts and ...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Florence Knoll Furniture

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Iron

Rare Early Knoll Tubular Steel Base Settee # 32 by Florence Knoll
By Florence Knoll
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A rare tubular satin black steel framed based settee with oatmeal colored upholstery . Great for a smaller space or an area where you want to keep things simple and light , the sofa ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Florence Knoll Furniture

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Steel

Early T Angle Extension Dining Table by Florence Knoll for Knoll
By Florence Knoll
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A well crafted smaller extension dining table with white Laminate top and satin black angled steel base with foot pads . This brilliant de...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Florence Knoll Furniture

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Steel

Set of six early Jens Risom chairs. France 1950.
By Florence Knoll, Marcel Gascoin, Jens Risom, Jean Prouvé
Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR
Set of six chairs designed by Jens Risom. The oldest model features a solid oak structure and natural reed weaving for both the backrest and seat. The chairs have developed a beautif...
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1950s French Vintage Florence Knoll Furniture

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Oak

Rare Knoll # 2577BC Steel Base Sofa by Florence Knoll
By Florence Knoll
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A rare tufted horizonal upholstered sofa in an oatmeal tight woven fabric with floating back . Having an architectural satin black steel base with square tubular legs and plastic foo...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Florence Knoll Furniture

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Steel

Early T Angle Walnut Coffee Table / Bench by Florence Knoll # 332 for Knoll (A)
By Florence Knoll
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A very early and rare segmented topped walnut coffee table or bench with satin black T angled metal base . This architectural styled piece would fit into almost any interior room or ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Florence Knoll Furniture

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Steel

Mid Century Florence Knoll Square Coffee Table in Walnut
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Detroit, MI
This vintage Mid-Century Modern Florence Knoll for Knoll Associates, Inc. square wood coffee table is circa 1960 and features a walnut wood top on a steel frame. This iconic table is a mid century modern classic and exemplifies the clean, minimalist design of the period pairing well with a wide selection of design styles from classic mid century modern to contemporary. Original Knoll Associates, Inc. label on underside. Please reach out to us with any questions about this item or for further clarification of shipping options by clicking on the “Ask the Seller...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Florence Knoll Furniture

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Steel

Walnut Round Dining Table by Florence Knoll for Knoll International
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
Stunning and very rare round dining or conference table by Florence Knoll has a versatile diameter of 160cm. It has a solid walnut top and a chrome-plated steel base. Produced in the...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Florence Knoll Furniture

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Stainless Steel

Florence Knoll furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

Florence Knoll furniture are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of metal and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Florence Knoll furniture, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original furniture by Florence Knoll were created in the mid-century modern style in north america during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by Adrian Pearsall, Harvey Probber, and Craft Associates. Prices for Florence Knoll furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $600 and can go as high as $30,000, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $4,800.
Questions About Florence Knoll Furniture
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Florence Knoll made a number of well-known furniture designs and founded the company Knoll, Inc. Some of her most acclaimed pieces include the Florence Knoll lounge chair, the Florence Knoll sofa, the Florence Knoll bench and the Florence Knoll settee. Shop a variety of Florence Knoll furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Florence Knoll was an architect and furniture designer who greatly influenced mid-century design. She established the furniture company Knoll, Inc., which continues to manufacture pieces inspired by her designs. Knoll died on January 25, 2019, at the age of 101. Find a collection of Florence Knoll furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    To pronounce Florence Knoll, say "FLO-rens Noll." The "K" in the designer's last name is silent. Florence Knoll's maiden name was Florence Marguerite Schust, pronounced "shusht." She changed her name after marrying Hans Knoll in 1946. Find a range of Florence Knoll furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Florence Knoll lived in the U.S. throughout her life. She was born in Saginaw, Michigan, on May 24, 1917, and she died in Coral Gables, Florida, on January 25, 2019. From 1940 to 1941, she attended the Chicago Armour Institute in Chicago, Illinois. After that, she lived and worked in New York City for many years. On 1stDibs, find a range of Florence Knoll furniture.
  • 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    No, Florence Knoll didn't usually put a number on her pieces. To identify Florence Knoll furniture, look for a tag or mark that bears the name "Knoll" or "Knoll, Inc." On chairs, the labels are usually on the bottom cushion. On 1stDibs, find a collection of expertly vetted Florence Knoll furniture.

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