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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Item type: Antique and Vintage
Creator: Florence Knoll
Florence Knoll 2-Seater Sofa, Classic Mid Century Modern, Knoll
By Knoll, Florence 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
Large Florence Knoll Boat Shaped Conference Table in Walnut with Metal Frame
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Florence Knoll for Florence Knoll International, large dining table, walnut, metal, United States, 1963.
Large dining or conference table with boat shaped top in walnut. The table has six cylindrical metal legs. The top of this table shows the beautiful grain of the luxurious walnut. Nicely contrast of the natural and elegant top with modern and clean base. Due to its tapered shape, everyone at the table will be able to look each other in the eye. A perfect table for any dinner or meeting.
Florence Knoll (1917) was trained as an architect and had a sense of style from a very young age. During her school time at Cranbrook, Eliel Saarinen (then the headmaster) and his family included her in their family. In 1936 she met Alvar Aalto and was trained by Marcel Breuer, Walter Gropius and (as if the long list of eminent designers is not long enough) 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 she 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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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Florence Knoll Furniture
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Metal
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 Florence Knoll lounge chairs for Knoll International
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Langemark-Poelkapelle, BE
Pair of Florence Knoll lounge chairs designed in 1954 for the Lounge collection by Florence Knoll Bassett for Knoll International.
New cognac-colored upholstery!
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Late 20th Century Belgian Florence Knoll Furniture
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Chrome
Queen Walnut and Laminate Headboard by Florence Knoll for Knoll Associates
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Dorchester, MA
Designed by Florence Knoll and produced by Knoll from 1956 to 1967, this modernist headboard features a sturdy walnut frame inset with bright white...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Florence Knoll Furniture
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Walnut, Laminate
Florence Knoll Oval Dining Table
By Florence Knoll
Located in Los Angeles, CA
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Florence Knoll Furniture
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Chrome
Early Florence Knoll 3-Seat Model 26 Sofa
By Knoll, Florence 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
Materials
Textile, Maple
Florence Knoll for Knoll Small Hanging Cabinet / Bar
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Florence Knoll for Knoll 1 Door Folding down Cabinet. 2 Available, one other one is shown in listing with legs. Cabinets were designed to hang or flo...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Florence Knoll Furniture
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Walnut
Vintage Calacatta Marble and Rosewood Florence Knoll Credenza
By Knoll, Florence 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
Credenza Sideboard by Florence Knoll Bassett for Knoll, 1960s
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Lasne, BE
Wooden sideboard with metal legs and marble top with 4 doors that can be locked with a key. Wear due to time and age
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1960s Central American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Florence Knoll Furniture
Materials
Marble, Metal
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
Florence Knoll for Knoll International Sideboard with Marble Top
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Florence Knoll for Knoll International, sideboard, lacquered oak, metal, Carrara marble, United States, 1960s.
Credenza with chromed base designed by Florence Knoll for Knoll International. This exceptional and minimalistic designed credenza has elegant details, such as the chromed base and handles. The wood is lacquered into a deep black color, which nicely combines with the light white marble top with fine grey veins. The silver metal base and handles bring some freshness to the quite dark cabinet...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Florence Knoll Furniture
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Carrara Marble, Metal
Florence Knoll For Knoll Mid Century Modern Credenza C.1963
By Florence Knoll
Located in Bernville, PA
Mid Century Florence Knoll Credenza in walnut veneer case with light oak interior and black leather handles on chrome legs, marked 1963. Beautiful original condition, some wear on th...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Florence Knoll Furniture
Materials
Chrome
Sideboard Model 116 by Florence Knoll for Knoll International, USA, 1950s
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Antwerp, BE
Lovely sideboard by Florence Knoll for Knoll international, USA 1950s. This sideboard is model 116 and is made out of teak wood. The two seagrass sliding doors features patinated cog...
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1950s Central American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Florence Knoll Furniture
Materials
Steel
Mid Century Florence Knoll Modern Credenza For Knoll C.1960
By Florence Knoll
Located in Bernville, PA
Mid Century Florence Knoll Credenza in walnut veneer case and original white Formica top with a light maple interior and chrome handles on chrome legs, circa 1960’s. Beautiful origin...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Florence Knoll Furniture
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Formica, Walnut
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
Materials
Steel
Florence Knoll Mid Century Womb Chair with Ottoman
By Florence Knoll
Located in Countryside, IL
Florence Knoll Mid Century Womb Chair with Ottoman
The chair measures: 38.75 wide x 35 deep x 35.5 high, with a seat height of 17 inches and arm height/chair clearance of 21 inches
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Florence Knoll Furniture
Materials
Chrome
Red Leather 72" Bench by Florence Knoll for Knoll International
By Florence Knoll, 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
Mid century Black Lacquer Florence Knoll office Cabinet Credenza leather pulls
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Knoll all black credenza - Beautiful practical credenza for living or office space. Has (4) front Sliding doors with leather pulls that reveal two file cabinets, drawers and adjustab...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Florence Knoll Furniture
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Chrome
Early Midcentury Florence Knoll Bench 36''
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
For your consideration is this exceptional midcentury bench featuring tufted cushions on a chrome frame. The height is 17 inches and the depth is 18 inches. The total length is 3 fee...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Florence Knoll Furniture
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Chrome
Florence Knoll for Knoll Original Tufted 3-Seat Sofa Cream White, USA 1954-2000s
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Florence Knoll for Knoll Original Tufted 3-Seat Sofa Cream White, USA 1954-2000s. Warmed through color and texture, the Florence Knoll Sofa is a scale...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Florence Knoll Furniture
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Textile
Florence Knoll Lounge Chair, Knoll International, Cream White, USA.
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Florence Knoll Lounge Chair by Florence Knoll, 1954.
Warmed through color and texture, the Florence Knoll Lounge Chair is a scaled-down translation of the rhythm and proportions of ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Florence Knoll Furniture
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Textile
Pair of Florence Knoll Slipper Chairs in Black Leather Brushed Stainless Steel
By Florence Knoll
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A pair of “Slipper Chairs” designed by Florence Knoll. Circa 1960s. Brushed stainless steel frames upholstered in black leather. Classic mid-century modern design feature sturdy fram...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Florence Knoll Furniture
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Chrome
74" Long Calacatta Marble Rosewood Florence Knoll Executive Credenza Cabinet
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage, made in 1972, rosewood credenza with original white Calcutta gold marble top on chromed steel legs with chromed pulls. Recently wax-burnished by hand, the rosewood color and...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Florence Knoll Furniture
Materials
Marble, Steel, Chrome
Parallel Bar Coffee Table by Florence Knoll for Knoll Associates
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Chicago, IL
c. 1950s. Original walnut top with metal parallel bar legs. Extremely rare. Tagged.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Florence Knoll Furniture
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Metal
Mid-Century Modern Two-Tone Doors Lacquer Credenza by Florence Knoll
By Knoll, Florence 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
Materials
Wood, Walnut, Lacquer
Clean Lined Florence Knoll Walnut Dining Table
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Atlanta, GA
Clean lined walnut dining table, designed by Florence Knoll for Knoll, American, circa 1950s. Signed with early Knoll label underneath. It has been cleaned and Danish oiled. It measu...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Florence Knoll Furniture
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Wood, Walnut
Early T Angle Onyx Coffee Table / Bench by Florence Knoll # 332 for Knoll
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Buffalo, NY
A very early and rare segmented topped onyx coffee table or bench with satin black T angled metal base . This architectural styled piece would fit into almost any interior room or en...
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1950s American Vintage Florence Knoll Furniture
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Onyx, Iron
1960s Florence Knoll Sofa Reupholstered in Wool Mohair
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A stunning vintage 1960s Florence Knoll sofa that we had redone and reupholstered in a beautiful Kravet wool mohair. Color is called indigo blue. A rich navy color. We had 6 extra ba...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Florence Knoll Furniture
Materials
Steel
Florence Knoll Bench in Holly Hunt Leather
By Florence Knoll
Located in Dallas, TX
The iconic Florence Knoll bench. New leather by Holly Hunt in a soft gray. This bench is extremely durable and a timeless design. Looks great in any living area, a hallway, an entry ...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Florence Knoll Furniture
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Steel
Mid-Century Modern Florence Knoll Green Verde Marble Top Credenza or Cabinet
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A sleek modern classic cabinet designed by Florence Knoll and produced by Knoll. It features a dark mahogany case, stainless steel legs and a rare gree...
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1990s American Mid-Century Modern Florence Knoll Furniture
Materials
Marble, Stainless Steel
Florence Knoll 123 W 1 Mid Century Walnut Wall Mount Credenza
By Florence Knoll
Located in Countryside, IL
Florence Knoll 123 W-1 Mid Century Walnut Wall Mount Credenza
This credenza measures: 72 wide x 15.25 deep x 17.75 inches high
All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call re...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Florence Knoll Furniture
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Glass, Walnut
Florence Knoll 123 W-1 Mid Century Walnut Wall Mount Credenza - Pair
By Florence Knoll
Located in Countryside, IL
Florence Knoll 123 W-1 Mid Century Walnut Wall Mount Credenza - Pair
Each credenza measures: 72 wide x 15.25 deep x 17.75 inches high
All pieces of furniture can be had in what we ...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Florence Knoll Furniture
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Glass, Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Desk by Florence Knoll for Knoll international, 1970s
By Florence Knoll
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Desk by Florence Knoll for Knoll international
Biography :
Born to a baker, and orphaned at age twelve, Florence Schust grew up Saginaw, Michigan. Schust demons...
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Florence Knoll Furniture
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Marble
Mid-Century Wall-Hanging Sideboard by Florence Knoll, Knoll international, 1950s
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Rosendahl, DE
Extremely rare wall-hung sideboard (Mod°123) from 1958, designed by Florence Knoll for Knoll International - this version was produced in a small edition by Knoll in Stuttgart in 195...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Florence Knoll Furniture
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Leather, Wood
Minimalistic Freestanding Four Doors Florence Knoll Marble Top Sideboard, 1961
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Antwerp, BE
Marble top, four doors, luxurious sideboard designed by Florence Knoll for Knoll International, 1960s. Freestanding minimalistic sideboard with elegant details equipped and smart sto...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Florence Knoll Furniture
Materials
Marble
Early Mid-Century Florence Knoll Sofa with Magazine Holder
By Florence Knoll
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Florence Knoll for Knoll Associates sofa with built in magazine holder, circa early 1950s. This example is upholstered in a pumpernickel Knoll boucle which pops beautifully next to t...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Florence Knoll Furniture
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Walnut
Florence Knoll designed four door credenza for Knoll
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Ferndale, MI
Very clean and original early Florence Knoll for Knoll Associates Credenza. Teak cabinet with cream doors and maple veneer interior . Left side of cabinet holds two drawers and tw...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Florence Knoll Furniture
Materials
Wood
Florence Knoll Marble + Chrome Coffee Table
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Make iconic mid-century modern design the focal point of any room with this exceptional marble & chrome cocktail table by American design legend Florence Knoll. Originally conceived ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Florence Knoll Furniture
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Stone, Marble, Metal, Chrome
Vintage Midcentury Florence Knoll Credenza - Walnut + Chrome + Leather
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Decatur, GA
Mid Century Modern credenza by Florence Knoll for Knoll International, circa 1960s.
Walnut case with a walnut tone laminate top, chromed steel legs, black leather pulls and a white o...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Florence Knoll Furniture
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Chrome
Large Florence Knoll Teak Boat Shaped Dining Table
By Nordiska Kompaniet, Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Dronten, NL
Rare Florence Knoll for Knoll International model 578 dining table, circa 1958.
Measures: 8 ft. long, seats 8-10 people. Large conference table with boat shaped top in teak and enam...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Florence Knoll Furniture
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Steel
Lounge Chair Model 31 by Florence Knoll Bassett for Knoll International Set of 2
By Florence Knoll
Located in Kelkheim (Taunus), HE
Florence Marguerite Knoll Basset was one of the most renowned American designers and architects of the 20th century. In 1954 she designed the model 31 armchair, which has developed i...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Florence Knoll Furniture
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Metal
Florence Knoll Sideboard Wall Mounted 1952 Seagrass Teak by Knoll International
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Munster, NRW
Extremely rare wall-hung sideboard (Mod°123) from 1952, designed by Florence Knoll for Knoll International - this version was produced in 1952 in a small edition by Knoll in Stuttgar...
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1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Florence Knoll Furniture
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Seagrass, Teak
Florence Knoll Walnut & Chrome Oval Dining Table or Desk for Knoll Inc.
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Versatile table designed by Florence Knoll for Knoll International in the United States circa 1960s. This iconic design features a solid oval walnut wood top that sits over a chromed...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Florence Knoll Furniture
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Steel
Florence Knoll for Knoll Cabinet
By Florence Knoll, 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
Knoll Associates Couch, Park Avenue, New York, Made in Italy
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Knoll Associates sofa on steel frame. Sofa has been restored with new webbing, foam and upholstery. Label located on the left hand side of sofa. Label is Knoll Associates, 320 Park Avenue, New York, N.Y. 10022. Made in Italy. Upholstered in Knoll textile called Infinite in Sugar (Infinite is a highly usable upholstery and wrapped panel fabric showing continuous circles defined by a fine black outline...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Florence Knoll Furniture
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Steel
Oak Credenza with Slate Top by Florence Knoll for Knoll
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Dorchester, MA
Designed by Florence Knoll for Knoll, this iteration of her classic clean-lined credenza features a warm oak case sitting on slender chrome legs and topped with contrasting slate. In...
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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Florence Knoll Furniture
Materials
Slate, Chrome
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
Pair of Black Marble Table Lamps by Florence Knoll, US ca. 1960s
By Knoll, Florence 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
Florence Knoll for Knoll International Sliding Door Storage Cabinet.
By Knoll, Florence 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
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
Dining Table Model 578 in Walnut by Florence Knoll
By Florence Knoll, Knoll, Nordiska Kompaniet
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 4 Door Early Walnut Credenza by Knoll
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Early 4 door walnut credenza by Knoll Associates c1953. Ash interior with 6 adjustable shelves. Wood legs with steel brackets that are mounted on the underside for strength. Cabinet ...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Florence Knoll Furniture
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Steel
1958 Florence Knoll Parallel Bar Three Seat Sofa, Model 57 in Green Fabric
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an extremely early Florence Knoll ‘Parallel Bar’ Sofa, Model 57, designed by Florence Knoll in 1958. It is a rare example of Florence K...
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1950s American Modern Vintage Florence Knoll Furniture
Materials
Steel
Very Early and Rare No. 578 Sofa by Florence Knoll
By Florence Knoll
Located in Munich, DE
From the estate of the famous architect Viljo Revell. Hard foam. Designed in 1954. Original condition.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Florence Knoll Furniture
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Fabric
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
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
Vintage Sideboard by Florence Knoll
By Knoll, Florence 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 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.
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Questions About Florence Knoll Furniture
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Florence 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.
- Who is Florence Knoll?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Florence 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, 2022To 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.
- Where does Florence Knoll live?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Florence 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, 2024What 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, 2022No, 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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