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Knoll Furniture

American

As a company that produced many of the most famous and iconic furniture designs of the 20th century, Knoll was a chief influence in the rise of modern design in the United States. Led by Florence Knoll, the firm would draw stellar talents such as Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Eero Saarinen into its compass. Their work would help change the face of the American home and office.

The company was formed in 1938 by the German immigrant Hans Knoll. He first worked with his fellow ex-pat, the Danish designer Jens Risom, who created furniture with flowing lines made of wood. While Risom served in World War II, in 1943 Knoll met his future wife, Florence Schust. She had studied and worked with eminent emigré leaders of the Bauhaus, including Mies, Walter Gropius and Marcel Breuer. She won Knoll over with Bauhaus notions of industrial arts, and an aesthetic that featured flat and tubular metal frames and angular forms. When Hans died in a car crash in 1955, Florence Knoll was appointed head of the company. It was as much through her holistic approach to design — a core division of the firm was dedicated to planning office systems — as Knoll's mid-century modern furnishings themselves that she brought about the sleek and efficient transformation of the American workplace.

Today, classic Knoll furnishings remain staples of modern design collections and decor. A history of modern design is written in pieces such as the elegant Barcelona chaircreated by Mies and Lilly Reich — Saarinen’s pedestal Tulip chair, Breuer’s tubular steel Wassily lounge chair and the grid-patterned Diamond chair by Harry Bertoia.

As you can see from the collection of these designs and other vintage Knoll dining chairs, sofas and tables on 1stDibs, this manufacturer's offerings have become timeless emblems of the progressive spirit and sleek sophistication of the best of modernism.

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Period: 1950s
Creator: Knoll
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 Knoll Furniture

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Onyx, Iron

1950s Early Tulip Swivel Chairs by Eero Saarinen for Knoll - a pair
By Knoll, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
Iconic pair of tulip swivel chairs designed by Eero Saarinen for Knoll Associates. These chairs date to the late 1950s and early 1960s as determined by the vertical bow tie label. ...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture

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Fiberglass

Florence Knoll for Knoll International Sofa in Blue Upholstery and Steel
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Florence Knoll for Knoll International, sofa, model '67A', steel, fabric, United States, design 1958, production 1960s/70s This sofa model 67A is designed by Florence Knoll for Knol...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture

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Steel

Tulip Dining Table by Eero Saarinen for Knoll 1970s
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in BAARLO, LI
Iconic and original 'Tulip' dining table with a wooden top from the 1970s. Designed by Eero Saarinen in 1956. The table is in very good vintage condition, with slight signs of use. M...
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1950s American Space Age Vintage Knoll Furniture

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Metal

Early Womb chair by Eero Saarinen
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Brussels, BE
The Womb Chair, designed by Eero Saarinen and produced by Knoll in the 1950s, is a icon of mid-century design. Its curves and form redefine comfort, offering relaxation in any space....
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture

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Fabric

Early Pair of Knoll Saarinen Swiveling Tulip Base Stools. Salmon Color Leather
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Buffalo, NY
Pair of Early production Knoll Saarinen Swiveling Tulip Base Stools. Circa 1950's. Designed by Eero Saarinen . manufactured by Knoll .Classic Mid-Century Modern design. Retain they'r...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture

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Aluminum

Pair of Mies van Der Rohe Barcelona Ottomans for Knoll International
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of Mies van Der Rohe Barcelona Ottomans for Knoll International, Original Oxblood Leather, and straps with a stainless steel frame. Featuring precise tufting, individual panels ...
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1950s Vintage Knoll Furniture

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Stainless Steel

Large Florence Knoll Teak Boat Shaped Dining Table
By Florence Knoll, Knoll, Nordiska Kompaniet
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 Knoll Furniture

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Steel

Early Production Saarinen Tulip Dining Chairs
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
For your consideration is this authentic, very early production set of Eero Saarinen for Knoll Tulip Chairs, signed and dated 1960. The chairs feature upholstered blue wool blend sea...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture

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Aluminum

Early Eero Saarinen for Knoll Womb Chair, 1950
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Chicago, IL
Early Eero Saarinen for Knoll Womb Chair, 1950. Upholstery is all original. We have in house upholstery if interested for an additional charge....
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture

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Iron

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 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 Knoll Furniture

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Seagrass, Teak

Original Cognac Leather Hardoy Butterfly Chair, Issued by Knoll, 1950s
By Knoll, Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage Butterfly Chair with tan leather sling, designed by Antonio Bonet, Juan Kurchan & Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy, issued by Knoll. An iconic mid-...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture

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Leather

Set of Eight (8) Tulip Chairs by Eero Saarinen for Knoll
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A rare grouping of eight (8) iconic Tulip swiveling dining chairs by Eero Saarinen featuring the Classic organic sculptural form and orange wool upholstery on white enameled cast iro...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture

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Iron

Dining Set with T-Chairs by Katavolos, Kelley & Littell and Tulip Dining Table
By Douglas Kelly, Ross Littell and William Katavolos, Knoll, Laverne International, Eero Saarinen
Located in Antwerp, BE
The ultimate mid-century modern ensemble: the T-chairs by Katavolos, Kelley, and Littell, accompanied by a round dining table by Eero Saarinen. Crafted in 1952, the T-chairs boast ch...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture

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Metal

Knoll Hans Bellman Tripod Occasional Table Mid Century
By Hans Bellmann, Knoll
Located in San Diego, CA
Hans Bellman tripod side table, Knoll No. 103 (1951). White laminate top, black painted wood base and solid metal hardware. The table can be easily disassembled for storage. Original...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture

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Wood

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 Knoll Furniture

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Walnut

Tulip table by Eero Saarinen/Knoll International fantastic ex 107 cm
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll, Knoll
Located in Djurhamn, SE
Eero Saarinen has really succeeded in his beautiful and flexible design of perhaps the strongest table design Tulip. A design that follows the same design language as the Executive c...
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1950s American Scandinavian Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture

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Metal

Saarinen 42" Pedestal Dining Table for Knoll
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
For your consideration is this 42" round Saarinen Pedestal Dining table with white aluminum base and light walnut top. The top features cathedral grain veneer and a solid wood bevel...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture

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Aluminum

Eero Saarinen for Knoll Model 61 Grasshopper Mid Century Lounge Chairs - a Pair
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Grasshoper Chairs designed by Knoll and created by Eero Saarinen. This was Saarinen’s first chair for Knoll in the 40s
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture

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Fabric, Wood

Set of Four Eero Saarinen Series 71 Executive Armchairs for Knoll
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Dronten, NL
Featured in nearly all Florence Knoll-designed interiors, the Saarinen Executive Chair has remained one of Knoll's most popular designs for nearly 70 years. The design, which is now ...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 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 Knoll Furniture

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Wood, Walnut, Lacquer

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 Knoll Furniture

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Steel

Set of Four Harry Bertoia Designed Child Chairs for Knoll
By Harry Bertoia, Knoll
Located in San Francisco, CA
Offered here are four Harry Bertoia designed child chair for Knoll. First designed in 1950. All are white.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture

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Metal

Harry Bertoia for Knoll 'Bird' Ottoman in Welded Steel
By Harry Bertoia, Knoll
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Harry Bertoia for Knoll, 'bird' ottoman, lacquered welded steel, United States, design 1952, later production This Bird ottoman is a design by Harry Bertoia from 1952. Executed in b...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture

Materials

Steel

Original Deep Brown Leather Hardoy Butterfly Chair, Issued by Knoll, 1950s
By Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy, Knoll
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage Butterfly Chair with chocolate brown leather sling, designed by Antonio Bonet, Juan Kurchan & Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy, issued by Knoll. A...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture

Materials

Leather

Eero Saarinen Early Tulip Stool by Knoll
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Highland, IN
An amazing early example of Saarinen's 1957 "Tulip" design by Knoll, this stool has a white upholstered seat supported by the iconic and elegantly sculpted aluminum pedestal. We hav...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture

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Aluminum

Florence Knoll Seagrass Sideboard Model 116 by Knoll, 1952
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Aachen, NW
Rare midcentury Seagrass sideboard model 116 by Florence Knoll for Knoll. Designed in 1947 and made in Germany in a very low production line in the early 1950s. Impressive veneer & ...
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1950s German Vintage Knoll Furniture

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Wood, Seagrass

1958 Florence Knoll Parallel Bar Three Seat Sofa, Model 57 in Green Fabric
By Florence Knoll, 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 Knoll Furniture

Materials

Steel

Florence Knoll Sofa for Knoll International
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A classic mid-century tufted sofa by Florence Knoll Sofa for Knoll International c.1950s, USA. It can easily be floated in the center of a room as the b...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture

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Steel, Chrome

Early Womb Chair Designed for Eero Saarinen
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Stamford, CT
A early production womb chair designed by Eero Saarinen. Produced by Knoll starting in 1946 this model was produced in 1952. It re...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture

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Steel

Eero Saarinen for Knoll Pair of 'Tulip' Dining Chairs in Black Fiberglass
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Eero Saarinen for Knoll, 'Tulip' pair of fixed dining chairs, model 151C, fiberglass, aluminum, fabric, United States, design 1955-57, production 1950s/1960s This pair of dining cha...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

Harry Bertoia, Bench Model 400
By Harry Bertoia, Knoll
Located in Firenze, IT
Harry Bertoia Bench Model 400 Bench model 400 designed by Harry Bertoia, metal legs and wooden slatted seat. Manufactured by Knoll International, USA, late 1950s Bibliography: S. Ro...
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1950s Vintage Knoll Furniture

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Metal

1950's Rare Original Florence Knoll Walnut Dining Table w/ Leaf 56-84 inches
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a rare and stunning original Florence Knoll dining table in walnut. This example is a classic yet refined Florence Knoll piece, showcasing minimal lines and refine...
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1950s American Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Eero Saarinen for Knoll 'Tulip' Dining Table with Carrara Marble Top
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Eero Saarinen for Knoll International, 'Tulip' dining table, Carrara marble, metal, United States, 1950s/1960s This iconic pedestal table from the Tulip collection is designed by Ee...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture

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Marble, Metal

Harry Bertoia for Knoll Outdoor 'Side Chair' in Black Coated Steel
By Knoll, Harry Bertoia
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Harry Bertoia for Knoll International, 'side chair', coated steel, United States, design 1952 This 'side' patio chair is designed by Harry Bertoia in 1952. Executed in black coate...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture

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Steel

Harry Bertoia for Knoll 'Bird' Lounge Chair with Ottoman in Welded Steel
By Harry Bertoia, Knoll
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Harry Bertoia for Knoll, 'bird' easy chair with ottoman, lacquered welded steel, United States, design 1952, later production This Bird armchair with ottoman is a design by Harry Be...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture

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Steel

Jens Risom Model 666 Dining Chair or for Knoll International Set of 4
By Knoll, Jens Risom
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Jens Risom Model 666 Dining chair. Beechwood and blue wool fabric. Mid Century Dining chairs. This early condition is made from the 50ties. Beautiful patina on the wood. Set of 4
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture

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Fabric, Beech

Florence Knoll Model 116 Seagrass Sideboard, 1950s
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in ABCOUDE, UT
Fantastic Sideboard by Florence Knoll, model 116 in maple wood and original seagrass sliding doors for Knoll International, Stuttgart, 1950s This breathtaking timeless design will i...
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1950s Vintage Knoll Furniture

Materials

Metal

Pair of China red lacquered “Diamond” chairs by Harry Bertoia, 1950
By Knoll, Harry Bertoia
Located in Roma, RM
Pair of China red lacquered “Diamond” chairs by Harry Bertoia. Production: Knoll, 1950s Dimensions: 90 W x 70 H x 74 D cm Sold as set of 2.
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1950s Vintage Knoll Furniture

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Metal

Florence Knoll for Knoll International Sofa in Teak and Grey Upholstery
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Florence Knoll for Knoll International, sofa, model '2557', fabric, teak, 1955 This sofa model 2557 is designed by Florence Knoll for Knoll International in 1955. This sofa is simpl...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture

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Fabric, Teak

Signed Original Mid-Century Modern Carrara Marble Coffee Table by Knoll
By Knoll
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Original Vintage Condition Materials: Italian Marble, Chrome Metal Dimensions: 19”H x 29.50”W x 29.50”D
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture

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Marble, Chrome

Eero Saarinen "Tulip" White Stool for Knoll W/ Leopard Print Seat
By Knoll
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Eero Saarinen's iconic white "Tulip" stool, a design synonymous with Knoll, showcases a sleek, steel-cast construction with a white finish. Adding a touch of flair, its seat is uphol...
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1950s American Vintage Knoll Furniture

Materials

Steel

Knoll Armless Saarinen Plastic-Back Side Chair in ZigZag Fabric
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Wilton, CT
This Eero Saarinen for Knoll plastic-back side chair was reupholstered in a geometric zigzag mutlicolor fabric. We offer this at a set - perfect for a fun kitchen - or as a single ch...
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1950s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture

Materials

Steel

Early Eero Saarinen Knoll Womb Chair & Ottoman, Blue Upholstery, Black Frame
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in New York, NY
Early Eero Saarinen Knoll Womb Chair, Blue Upholstery, Black Wrought Iron Frame. Being sold as is. The chair is in original condition and will need new upholstery if you're planning ...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture

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Wrought Iron

1958 Eero Saarinen for Knoll Associates Early 36 in Marble Tulip Dining Table
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a very rare and early tulip dining table from pedestal collection, designed by Eero Saarinen and produced by Knoll Associates. This example retains an original Kno...
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1950s American Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture

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Marble, Metal

Mid Century Knoll Butterfly Chair by Jorge Ferrari Hardoy Bonet and Kurchan
By Knoll
Located in Las Vegas, NV
1950’s vintage Butterfly chair, designed by Jorge Ferrari Hardoy, Antonio Bonet, and Juan Kurchan for Knoll. This is a vintage example, whic...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture

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Metal

1951 Hans Bellman Small Tripod Table for Knoll Associates No. 103 with 24 in Top
By Hans Bellmann, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a very rare and early Hans Bellman Small Tripod Table, produced by Knoll Associates. This example retains its original 575 Madison Avenue label, which dates it to ...
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1950s American Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture

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Wood

1950s Harry Bertoia for Knoll Associates Model 400 Bench in Oak with Black Base
By Harry Bertoia, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is an iconic slatted oak bench designed by Harry Bertoia and produced by Knoll. It dates to circa 1952. This piece was constructed using solid oak wood for the top an...
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1950s American Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture

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Steel

1952 Franco Albini for Knoll No. 48 Desk / Dining Chair w Arms Walnut and Fabric
By Franco Albini, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is an exceptionally rare No. 48 desk/dining chair, designed by Franco Albini and produced by Knoll. This was one of Knoll's earliest designs an...
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1950s American Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture

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Fabric, Walnut

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 Knoll Furniture

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Steel

1951 Hans Bellman Small Tripod Table for Knoll Associates No 103 with 24 in Top
By Hans Bellmann, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a very rare and early Hans Bellman Small Tripod Table, produced by Knoll Associates. This example retains its original 575 Madison Avenue label, which dates it to ...
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1950s American Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture

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Wood

Florence Knoll Coffee Table
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Dronten, NL
Florence Knoll for Knoll International coffee table in white enameled steel and black laminate. Signed with decal manufacturer's label to underside. Literature: Knoll Furniture: 193...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture

Materials

Steel

1950s Leather Butterfly Chair by Jorge Ferrari Hardoy Bonet & Kurchan for Knoll
By Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a gorgeous C. 1950 vintage black leather Butterfly chair, designed by Jorge Ferrari Hardoy, Antonio Bonet, and Juan Kurchan for Knoll. This is a vintage example, w...
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1950s American Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture

Materials

Metal

1950s Pair Knoll Leather Butterfly Chairs Jorge Ferrari Hardoy Bonet and Kurchan
By Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a gorgeous pair of C. 1950 vintage cognac leather Butterfly chairs, designed by Jorge Ferrari Hardoy, Antonio Bonet, and Juan Kurchan for Knoll. This is a vintage ...
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1950s American Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture

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Metal

1950s Florence Knoll Associates Three Seat Sofa Redone by East Penn Upholstery
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is an original Florence Knoll three-seater sofa, designed by the renowned Florence Knoll and produced by Knoll Associates. This example was produced during the later ...
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1950s American Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture

Materials

Steel

1951 Florence Knoll Associates 42 inch Parallel Bar Series Coffee Table Walnut
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a very rare Parallel Bar Series coffee table produced by Knoll Associates and designed by Florence Knoll. This table was specified with a solid walnut top (a very ...
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1950s American Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture

Materials

Metal

One Vintage Jens Risom for Knoll Lounge Chairs
By Knoll, Jens Risom
Located in Pasadena, TX
One mid-century modern armless lounge chair designed by Jens Risom for Knoll originally in 1946. This early design has a hard maple frame with new linen upholstery.
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1950s Vintage Knoll Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Maple

Knoll Furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

Knoll Furniture is available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive objects are frequently made of metal and designed with extraordinary care. In our collection of Knoll Furniture there are many options to choose from, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. 942 vintage editions of these items are in stock, while there are 75 modern editions to choose from as well. Many original Knoll furniture pieces were created in the Mid-Century Modern style in North America during the 19th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture from Edward Wormley Furniture, Milo Baughman Furniture and Herman Miller Furniture. Knoll Furniture prices can vary depending on size, time period and other attributes. The price for these items starts at US$174 and tops out at US$51,209, while pieces like these can sell for US$3,600 on average.

Questions About Knoll Furniture
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, the noted furniture brand Herman Miller acquired Knoll in 2021 and announced a new name, MillerKnoll. The new name is meant to take advantage of the long history and reputation that each brand brings to the table and to introduce a new, stronger joint effort to the public. Shop a collection of Herman Miller and Knoll furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A Knoll sofa, or a Knole sofa, is an interesting piece of furniture that’s believed to have its origins in the 1600s and to be the precursor to the modern sofa. It features two side-by-side cushions and arms that are as high as the back of the sofa. The most interesting feature is that these arms can often be tied back or dropped to change the profile of the sofa. Find an assortment of Knole sofas from some of the world’s top sellers 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 ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    A Parker Knoll chair is designed by the British furniture manufacturing company Parker Knoll. These chairs are considered to be luxurious — they are handmade in the company’s Nottinghamshire factory from high-quality wood and feature plush upholstery in leather as well as in a variety of fabrics. Find Parker Knoll chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    How to date Knoll furniture depends on the piece. Some pieces feature stickers that bear the brand's name and logo, and the graphics changed over the years. By comparing the style of the logo to samples online, you can estimate the age of the piece. In some cases, the manufacturing year may appear on the sticker. To date a Knoll chair, look for the tag sewn on the back of the seat cushion. Often, the manufacturer prints the date there. You'll find a collection of expertly vetted Knoll furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    MillerKnoll owns Knoll furniture. The company formed when Herman Miller, Inc., acquired Knoll, Inc., on April 19, 2021. The publicly traded company operates from its headquarters in Zeeland, Michigan. Andi Owen serves as its CEO, as of December 2021. Shop a collection of Knoll furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Knoll maintains manufacturing plants in the United States, Canada, and Italy. Countless designers have worked for Knoll over the years to create exquisite furniture that’s beloved by collectors worldwide. Shop a collection of antique and contemporary Knoll chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Florence Knoll produced her furniture designs largely in a factory located in East Greenville, Pennsylvania. As of December 2021, the company she founded, Knoll, Inc., manufactures furniture in the same factory, as well as in Grand Rapids, Michigan; Muskegon, Michigan; Toronto, Canada; and Foligno and Graffignana, Italy. Find a selection 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 15, 2024
    The history of the Knoll sofa began in 1954. The sofa was made during American designer and entrepreneur Florence Knoll’s direction of the Knoll Planning Unit, the company's pioneering "design consultant service" that would define the look of the postwar workplace. The versatile Florence Knoll sofa, with its angular silhouette and tasteful mix of textures, could as easily fit into the glass lobby of a skyscraper as the living room of a home. That same year, Florence Knoll also introduced a companion lounge chair that coordinated with the sofa. Knoll, Inc. continues to produce the Florence Knoll sofa over half a century after it was introduced, and vintage models are still prized for their sturdy construction and timeless qualities. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Florence Knoll sofas.
  • 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
    Andrew B. Cogan is the CEO of Knoll furniture as of December 2021. He also serves as the Chairman of the Board. He took on the role in 2001. Prior to that time, he worked as the company's COO. Shop a range of Knoll furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Knoll began to stamp their furniture in 2004. An authentic stamp consists of the brand's name printed in the correct font. Normally, the manufacturer places the stamp on the upper section of the base. Shop a selection of expertly vetted Knoll furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 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
    You can buy Parker Knoll furniture through an authorized dealer. The manufacturer partners with brick-and-mortar stores all over the world and also works with some online platforms. While you can browse the entire selection of current Parker Knoll designs on their official website, you cannot buy directly from the company online. Shop a collection of Parker Knoll furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
    Where Parker Knoll sofas are made has changed over time. In 2016, the luxury furniture maker moved its factory to Castlewood, Nottinghamshire. Prior to the relocation, the company produced most of its pieces in London and High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Parker Knoll sofas from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 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.
  • 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.

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