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Florence Knoll Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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.

Find vintage Florence Knoll sofas, benches, armchairs and other furniture on 1stDibs.

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Creator: Florence Knoll
Florence Knoll for Knoll set of two hanging cabinets, model 121 + 123 W-1, 1947
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in The Hague, NL
Two walnut and formica wall mount storage cabinets or credenzas designed by Florence Knoll for Knoll Associates. Early production in beautif...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Florence Knoll Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

1960s Florence Knoll Executive Desk in Walnut and Chrome
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Small Executive Desk, model 502B-BWM, designed by Florence Knoll for Knoll Associates in 1952. This example dates to the 1960s. The doors, sides, and back are constructed w...
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1960s American Modern Vintage Florence Knoll Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Steel, Chrome

Chest of Drawers or Night Stands or Dresser, Florence Knoll for Knoll Teak Black
By Florence Knoll
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
Minimalist dresser / night stand by Florence Knoll for Knoll in 1950s. A rare early design of Florence and hard to find. The curved grip less drawers combined with the Minimalist bla...
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1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Florence Knoll Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Metal

Florence Knoll Desk
By Florence Knoll
Located in Chicago, IL
Knoll International Planed Office Group double pedestal desk with modesty panel model 1503. Features five drawers one for files. Modesty pane...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Florence Knoll Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Metal

20th Century Florence Knoll Chromed Two Position Credenza Mod. 2544, 60s
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Turin, Turin
In 1941 Florence moved to New York where she met Hans Knoll who was establishing his furniture company. With Florence’s design skills and Hans’ business acumen and salesmanship, the ...
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1960s American Modern Vintage Florence Knoll Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Steel

1960s Florence Knoll Walnut Four Door Credenza, Model 541 with Original Label
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a 4-Door Walnut Credenza, model 541, initially designed by Florence Knoll in 1952. This particular example dates to the 1960s. The piece is constructed with a rich grained wa...
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1960s American Modern Vintage Florence Knoll Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Steel

Florence Knoll Walnut Dresser
By Florence Knoll
Located in Dallas, TX
A walnut chest of drawers with brushed steel base. Designed by Florence Knoll for Knoll.
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1960s Vintage Florence Knoll Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Walnut

1960s Florence Knoll Walnut 5-Drawer Dresser with Marble Top, Model 326 2
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Florence Knoll Walnut 5-drawer dresser, model 326-2, designed by Florence Knoll in 1960 for Knoll International. This example dates to the 1960s. The chest features a highl...
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1960s American Modern Vintage Florence Knoll Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Marble, Aluminum, Steel

Rare Sideboard No.119 by Florence Knoll
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Munich, DE
In my opinion the nicest sideboard of Florence Knoll. wonderful clear lines and a elegant touch. does have a real back and can be used as room divider.
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1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Florence Knoll Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Teak

Sideboard by Florence Knoll Bassett for Knoll International, 1950s
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in bruxelles, BE
Sideboard with two sliding doors upholstered with canvas with leather handles and metal feet by Florence Knoll. It contains 2 height-adjustable shelves on one side and 2 shelves and...
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1950s Central American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Florence Knoll Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Metal

1960s Florence Knoll Wall Mounted Hanging Credenza in Walnut w/ White Doors
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a floating wall-mount credenza, Model 121 W-1, initially designed by Florence Knoll for Knoll Inc. in 1956. This example dates to the early 1960s. The piece features a walnut...
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1960s American Modern Vintage Florence Knoll Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Steel

1960s Florence Knoll 3-Drawer Walnut Dresser with White Marble Top 1x Available
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Florence Knoll Walnut 3-drawer dresser, designed by Florence Knoll in 1960 for Knoll International. The listed price includes one dresser and we have two available for purc...
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1960s American Modern Vintage Florence Knoll Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Marble, Steel

Giant Florence Knoll Walnut Chrome Conference Boat Table for Knoll International
By Florence Knoll, Herman Miller, Jens Risom
Located in Chattanooga, TN
117" Giant conference table by Florence Knoll. The aged walnut shimmers and gleams with an almost Iridescence that form the ebbing and flowing grain patterns. The sleek beveled edg...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Florence Knoll Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Chrome

Florence Knoll Sideboard Model 116 with Seagrass Sliding Doors
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Barcelona, ES
Sideboard model 116 designed by Florence Knoll in 1948 for Knoll International, USA. Early edition in teak wood with original seagrass covered sliding doors ...
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Florence Knoll Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Metal

Florence Knoll Custom Wall-Mounted Cabinet by Knoll Associates
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Chicago, IL
Florence Knoll custom wall-mounted cabinet by Knoll Associates for H.J. Heinz Co, Pittsburgh. This custom wall-mounted cabinet with a Calcutta marble top...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Florence Knoll Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Marble, Aluminum

Four Drawer Chest by Florence Knoll for Knoll International
By Florence Knoll, Knoll & Drake
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of four drawer chests designed by Florence Knoll, 1948 for Knoll International.
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Mid-20th Century North American Florence Knoll Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Maple

1960s Florence Knoll Partners Desk or Executive Table in Rosewood, Model 2485
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Florence Knoll Partners Desk or Executive Table, Model 2485, designed in 1961. It was manufactured in the early 1960s by Knoll International based on the 320 Park Avenue la...
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1960s American Modern Vintage Florence Knoll Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Steel, Chrome

1960s Florence Knoll Double Pedestal Executive Desk Chrome Wood Fully Refinished
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an original double pedestal desk, model 1503, initially designed by Florence Knoll in 1956. This example was manufactured by Knoll Associates in the early 1960s. It is constr...
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1960s American Modern Vintage Florence Knoll Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Steel

1950s Florence Knoll Double Pedestal Walnut Chrome and Laminate Executive Desk
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a double pedestal desk, model 1503, designed by Florence Knoll and produced by Knoll Associates. This is an original example dating to circa late 1950s. It is cons...
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1960s American Modern Vintage Florence Knoll Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Chrome

1960s Florence Knoll Rosewood 3-Drawer Dresser Cabinet with Marble Top
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Three-Drawer Dresser, designed by Florence Knoll for Knoll International in 1958. This example dates to the 1960s and features a rich Brazilian rosewood veneer. The wooden ...
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1960s American Modern Vintage Florence Knoll Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Steel

1970s Florence Knoll International 6 Drawer Credenza Dresser with Marble Top
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a gorgeous original 1970s Florence Knoll 6-drawer credenza/dresser, produced by Knoll International. This example has a dark mahogany finish with original marble t...
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1970s American Modern Vintage Florence Knoll Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Chrome

1981 Florence Knoll Two-Position Credenza / Cabinet in Oak and Marble
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Florence Knoll Two-Position Credenza, initially designed by Florence Knoll in 1958. This particular example came from the IBM Headquarters and was produced in 1981. It has ...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Florence Knoll Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Marble, Steel

Quite Unique Florence Knoll Three-Door Hanging Cabinet
By Florence Knoll
Located in Munich, DE
Designed in 1947 and made by Knoll International. Only build on special order. One drop front door and two sliding doors. One cutlery drawer and several shelfs. Signed. Teak wood -...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Florence Knoll Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Florence Knoll Model 116 Sideboard Seagras Knoll International 50s Mid Century
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Berlin, BE
No description provided
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Florence Knoll Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Seagrass, Nutwood

'Model 116' Sideboard by Florence Knoll, United States, 1940s
By Florence Knoll
Located in Antwerp, BE
A rare and elegant mid-century sideboard by Florence Knoll, the iconic ‘Model 116’, designed circa 1948 for Knoll Associates. This refined piece features a sleek black-lacquered casi...
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Florence Knoll Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Steel

1960s Florence Knoll Brazilian Rosewood Double 6-Drawer Dresser w/ Marble Top
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Double Dresser, designed by Florence Knoll for Knoll International in 1958. This example dates to the 1960s and features a rich Brazilian Rosewood Veneer. The wooden case s...
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1960s American Modern Vintage Florence Knoll Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Steel

Florence Knoll Seagrass Sideboard by Knoll for Wohnbedarf, 1952
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Aachen, NW
Rare midcentury Seagrass sideboard by Florence Knoll for Knoll. Designed in 1947 and made in Switzerland by Wohnbedarf in a very low production line in the early 1950s. Impressive v...
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1950s Swiss Vintage Florence Knoll Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Seagrass, Wood

Florence Knoll Walnut Sideboard Mid Century Modern Executive Boardroom Storage
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Dronten, NL
Beautiful Florence Knoll cabinet by Knoll International. The dark European walnut contrasts elegantly with the chromed steel frame and door handles. Ample shelving in matching walnut...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Florence Knoll Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Steel, Chrome

Florence Knoll for Knoll international Oval Desk with Drawer in Walnut 1960
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Chicago, IL
Florence Knoll for Knoll International Oval Desk with Drawer in Walnut, 1960 Iconic International Style design inspired by Mies van der Rohe. Material: Walnut oval surface, chrome-pl...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Florence Knoll Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Steel

1950s Florence Knoll Brazilian Rosewood Double Six Drawer Dresser w/ Marble Top
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Double Dresser, designed by Florence Knoll for Knoll International in 1958. This example dates to the late 1950s and features a rich Brazilian Rosewood Veneer. The wooden c...
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1950s American Modern Vintage Florence Knoll Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Steel

Rare executive cabinet by Florence Knoll for Knoll International, 1960s
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Antwerpen, VAN
This small vintage credenza was designed by Florence Knoll in the 1960s for Knoll International. It features a sleek design with black ebonized wood and a Carrara marble top, exempli...
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1960s American Vintage Florence Knoll Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Carrara Marble, Aluminum

1948 Pair of Florence Knoll Associates No. 126 Louvered Dressers/Chests in Maple
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a pair of No. 126 louvered maple dressers, designed by Florence Knoll and produced by Knoll Associates circa 1948. These are exceptionally rare and early examples ...
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1940s American Modern Vintage Florence Knoll Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Maple

Rare executive sideboard by Florence Knoll in rose aurore marble, 1960s
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Antwerpen, VAN
Very rare sideboard from Florence Knol’s executive series. This one features a rosé aurore marble top instead of the grey Carrara marble. Florence Knoll was a pioneering American arc...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Florence Knoll Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Marble

Pair of Florence Knoll Nightstands or Chests of Drawers
By Florence Knoll
Located in Dallas, TX
Beautiful pair of chests of drawers or nightstands in an iconic design by Florence Knoll. Louvered drawers on raised turned wood legs imbue a timeless design.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Florence Knoll Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Maple

Sideboard Model 116 by Florence Knoll Bassett for Knoll International, 1950s
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in bruxelles, BE
Sideboard with two sliding doors upholstered in canvas with leather handles. Adjustable intermediate boards. Wear due to time and age of the sideboard. FOR SHIPPING, REQUEST US FOR R...
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1950s Central American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Florence Knoll Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Metal

Florence Knoll Two-Door Cabinet in Teak-Wood
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Chicago, IL
Florence Knoll two-door cabinet in Teakwood, Finished on back. Features Notch pulls with chrome details, Four file drawers and Four pencil drawers, and chrome-plated adjustable feet....
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Florence Knoll Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Chrome

Original Midcentury Florence Knoll Sideboard 1950 Ahorn Knoll Intenational
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Berlin, DE
Wir bieten ein wunderschönes und sehr seltenes Sideboard aus den 1950er Jahren von Knoll International zum Verkauf an. Das von Florence Knoll entworfene Sideboard verfügt über zwei K...
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1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Florence Knoll Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Metal

Original Midcentury Florence Knoll Sideboard 1950 Ahorn Knoll Intenational
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Berlin, DE
Wir bieten ein wunderschönes und sehr seltenes Sideboard aus den 1950er Jahren von Florence Knoll zum Verkauf an. Das Sideboard wurde von Knoll International hergestellt und verfügt ...
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1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Florence Knoll Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Metal

Black Executive Florence Knoll sideboard with metal handles, 1970s
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Antwerpen, VAN
Black Florence Knoll cabinet featuring a chromed base and handles. The deep black wood contrasts elegantly with the white marble top, accented by fine grey veins. Ample shelving can ...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Florence Knoll Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Carrara Marble, Metal

Florence Knoll 1950s Mid-Century Wood Veneer Black Frame Desk or Console Table
By Florence Knoll
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
A wonderful modernist American made Mid-Century desk by Florence Knoll, circa 1950s. Made from a black painted square tubular iron frame with a veneered wood (we presume teak). This ...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Florence Knoll Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Metal, Iron

Free-Standing Lacquered Credenza Designed by Florence Knoll, 1950s
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Dallas, TX
When Florence Knoll revolutionized private office design by replacing the typical executive desk with a table desk, she needed a place for all the filing and storage that had traditi...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Florence Knoll Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Leather, Wood

Florence Knoll, Rosewood, Chrome, Marble, Sideboard, USA, 1960s
By Florence Knoll
Located in Manhasset, NY
Florence Knoll, Mid-Century Modern, Rosewood, Chrome, Marble, Credenza, Sideboard, USA, 1960s A fully refinished example of a modernist credenza by Florence Knoll featuring a rosewo...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Florence Knoll Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Chrome

1970's Florence Knoll Four Drawer Chest of Drawers
By Florence Knoll
Located in London, GB
This is a nice example from Florence Knoll in the 1980's. An oak veneer with a black finish and a contrasting white formica top. The drawers are in overall great condition with just ...
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1980s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Florence Knoll Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Formica, Oak

Mid-Century Modern Florence Knoll Two Position Credenza for Knoll Marble Top
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Secaucus, NJ
A classic and timeless design Florence Knoll two position credenza by Knoll. The iconic Florence Knoll low credenza works as well in the dining room as it does in the office. Feature...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Florence Knoll Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Marble, Steel, Chrome

1950's Florence Knoll Caned Walnut Credenza With Leather Pulls
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Southampton, NJ
Scarcely seen early 1950's Florence Knoll walnut credenza. So many marvelous features include four caned doors with leather pulls, two generously sized drawers, side bar with spaciou...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Florence Knoll Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Leather, Cane, Walnut

Florence Knoll case pieces and storage cabinets for sale on 1stDibs.

Florence Knoll case pieces and storage cabinets are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of wood and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Florence Knoll case pieces and storage cabinets, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original case pieces and storage cabinets 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 case pieces and storage cabinets by Knoll, Harvey Probber, and John Stuart. Prices for Florence Knoll case pieces and storage cabinets can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $1,234 and can go as high as $29,470, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $7,500.
Questions About Florence Knoll Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
  • 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 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 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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