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Knoll Furniture

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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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Charles Pollock Desk Chair by Knoll in Burnt Orange
By Knoll, Charles Pollock
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage Charles Pollock for Knoll executive chair in burnt orange leather. This executive desk chair has a tilt and swivel base with adjustable height. Base with all wheels in workin...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Furniture

Materials

Metal

Wonderful No. 26 Sofa by Florence Knoll for Knoll International
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Munich, DE
Rare no.26 by florence knoll in showroom condition. Hardly used only re-upholstered and used one time for a photo shooting and very exclusive model redone with very cosy fabric in wa...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture

Materials

Metal

Pair of Florence Knoll / Knoll Light Orange Upholstered Settees
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in New York, NY
PAIR of American Mid-Century two-seat settees with peach color faintly textured upholstered seat and back cushions supported on black powder coated metal frames. (FLORENCE KNOLL / KN...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Furniture

Materials

Metal

Pair of Otto Zapf Lounge Chairs for Knoll
By Knoll, Otto Zapf
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of leather lounge chairs by Otto Zapf for Knoll International, c.1990s, USA. The plush lounge chairs feature original deep camel leather uphols...
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Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Knoll Furniture

Materials

Leather

Sven Markelius "Pythagoras" for Knoll Textiles Drapery Panel
By Sven Markelius, Knoll
Located in Hanover, MA
Sven Markelius (1889-1970), Pythagoras drapery panel produced in 1952 by Ljungberg's Textile AB, Sweden for Knoll Associates, New York, NY. Overall dime...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture

Materials

Linen

Florence Knoll for Knoll International American Mid-Century Orange Upholstered L
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in New York, NY
American mid-century lounge armchair with textured orange fabric upholstery, resting on four broad tapered wooden legs. (FLORENCE KNOLL FOR KNOLL I...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Fabric, Wood

1970s Swivel Desk Chair by Max Pearson for Knoll
By Knoll, Max Pearson
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A desk chair with the original channel-stitched upholstery, on an X-form caster base.    
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture

Materials

Upholstery

Saarinen for Knoll Executive Arm Chairs in Custom Order Contemporary Fabric
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Buffalo, NY
Eero Saarinen for Knoll executive arm chairs in custom order contemporary fabric.
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Furniture

Materials

Chrome

Pair of Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Arm Chairs Early Original Orange Vinyl
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Pair of early vintage Mid-Century Modern Eero Saarinen for knoll "executive" armchairs in their original orange vinyl. Item features very comfortable form, classic Mid-Century design...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Furniture

Materials

Metal

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Charles Pollock Executive Office Chair for Knoll
Located in New York, NY
Charles Pollock Executive Office Chair for Knoll International (1963) Design: Button-tufted black leather seat and backing on a chrome base with four casters. Dimensions: 32.25" H ...
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20th Century American Knoll Furniture

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Metal

Florence Knoll 2-Seater Sofa, Classic Mid Century Modern, Knoll
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Buffalo, NY
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10 Charles Pollock Executive Desk Chairs for Knoll
By Charles Pollock, Knoll
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of 10 vintage Charles Pollock executive desk chair for Knoll. The ultimate ergonomic, office desk chair designed by this George Nelson apprentice, Charles Pollock. Sold separately.
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture

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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 Knoll Furniture

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Frank Lloyd Wright Taliesin Linen Textile Swatch 1955 Design 105 Schumacher, Red
By Schumacher, Frank Lloyd Wright
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Large panel swatch Design 105 dating to Frank Lloyd Wright’s original 1955 collection for Schumacher. Extremely rare original large scale fabric, with surged edges to facilitate long...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Furniture

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Linen

Otto Zapf Executive Chair
By Otto Zapf, Knoll
Located in Chicago, IL
Otto Zapf Executive desk chair. Chair tilts and swivels. Upholstered in its original espresso brown leather. Minor ware to leather with patina.
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture

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Leather

Otto Zapf Executive Chair
Otto Zapf Executive Chair
H 44 in W 31 in D 31 in
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 Knoll Furniture

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Steel, Chrome

Pair of Armless Lounge Chairs by Florence Knoll for Knoll
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Dorchester, MA
Florence Knoll designed these slipper chairs in 1956 as part of a seating group that joined comfort with a clean-lined modernism. The chromed steel frames are canted at back and the ...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture

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Chrome

1960s Florence Knoll Sofa Reupholstered in Wool Mohair
By Knoll, Florence 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 Knoll Furniture

Materials

Steel

Florence Knoll Black Leather Sofa
By Florence Knoll
Located in Pasadena, TX
A midcentury Knoll classic designed by Florence Knoll. This three person sofa features tufted black leather upholstery with chrome plated steel legs. Measures: 90". Recently restored.
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture

Materials

Chrome

Florence Knoll Black Leather Sofa
Florence Knoll Black Leather Sofa
H 32 in W 90 in D 35 in
Vintage Embroidered Suzani Textile
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Beautiful colorful Suzani textile silk embroidery on cotton background. Decorative textile for your home as a wall hanging tapestry, for a sofa or bed....
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1950s Uzbek Vintage Knoll Furniture

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Cotton, Silk

Vintage Embroidered Suzani Textile
Vintage Embroidered Suzani Textile
H 67 in W 88 in D 0.25 in
Pair of Lounge Chairs by Charles Pollock for Knoll
By Knoll, Charles Pollock
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
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Steel

Previously Available Items
Charles Pollock Executive Desk Chair in Burnt Orange Leather
By Knoll, Charles Pollock
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage Charles Pollock for Knoll executive chair in burnt orange leather. This executive desk chair has a tilt and swivel base with adjustable height. Four star base with all wheels...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Furniture

Materials

Chrome

Charles Pollock Executive Desk Chair in Burnt Orange Leather
By Knoll, Charles Pollock
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage Charles Pollock for Knoll executive chair in burnt orange leather. This executive desk chair has a tilt and swivel base with adjustable height. Four star base with all wheels...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Furniture

Materials

Chrome

American Mid-Century Orange Fabric Steel Armchairs by Platner for Knoll, 1960s
By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in MIlano, IT
American mid-century Orange fabric and steel armchairs by Platner for Knoll, 1960s Pair of armchairs with stainless steel structure. The seat is rounded, padded and covered with an ...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture

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Steel, Stainless Steel

Bird Lounge Chair with Ottoman by Bertoia for Knoll, 1960s
By Knoll, Harry Bertoia
Located in San Antonio, TX
A classic mid-century design that is well-recognized, the bird chair and ottoman by Bertoia for knoll features a white finish and canary yellow cover. Circa 1960s, original foam has ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Furniture

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Four Knoll Eero Saarinen Swivel Tulip Armchairs
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Baltimore, MD
Classic mid-century modern set of four tulip swivel, armchairs, side, dining chairs, for Knoll designed by Eero Saarinen (USA). Features molded white lacquered fiberglass form resting on cast aluminum swivel base with original knoll removable seat cushions. Genuine Knoll chairs and retains the ‘Knoll Associates sticker (320 Park Ave.) and Knoll Associates Inc’ label attached under cushion and stamped BR 50. to the underside of the chair. An elegant and iconic design with its distinctive tulip shape. This time-honored example of mid-century modern design can be incorporated into virtually any decorating style for additional seating in any room of your home or office effortlessly. The stickers applied to Knoll furniture pieces are helpful in determining the date and authenticity of a particular piece. In the late ‘40s and early ‘50s Knoll occupied showrooms on Madison Avenue. After 1961 Knoll’s offices were located at 320 Park Ave., and in 1970 they moved to 745 Fifth Ave. The logo on this set identifies the chairs for the time period after 1961. Measurements: 32 1/2? Tall X 27? Wide X 24? Deep (arm 25" tall) (seat 18" tall ) About Florence Knoll (Designer) 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 post-war business world with her polished, efficient design and skillfully realized office plans. 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. Her main work came as head of the Knoll Planning Group...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

1st Generation '657' Armchairs by Charles Pollock for Knoll Associates, Signed
By Charles Pollock, Knoll
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Incredible 1st Generation (original production of this design between 1964 and 1968) collectors examples of the classic Charles Pollock Armchairs (Model 657) for Knoll Associates, signed with Knoll Associates sticker label and paper label (see photos). This pair has beautiful cognac orange color with light attractive age and patina to the leather which adds greater dimension and texture to the leather. Secondly, and most importantly, these labeled with original Knoll Associates tags which date these towards the early few years of production before Knoll Associates changed hands to Knoll International. This pair which was produced between 1964 and 1968 are ideal for a collector who wants the 'original' production examples made when Knoll first introduced this design in 1964. And considering the condition of these - this pair won't last long so buy it while it is still available! These leather sling armchairs perfectly blend comfort, functionality, and style. The frame comprises polished chrome steel tubing with cast aluminum, creating a sleek and subtly contrasting profile. The seat is a heavy cognac orange cowhide suspended on the frame which has been carefully shaped to form the back and seat sling. The thick cognac orange leather contrasts beautifully with the black arms, black leather seat pads and black seat supports attached to the chrome frames. Under the sling-seats are the original Knoll Associates manufacturing stickers which identify these from being in their earlier (original) production runs of this design. The leather has an attractive light patina in excellent vintage conditions. Both chairs present very well, are ideal collectors examples and are ready for immediate use. Here is a quote from Charles Pollock speaking to the design of this chair taken from Knoll's website: “I was penniless, didn’t have a car and I was making my prototypes out of plumbing that I pulled out of an old, abandoned basement. I brought all these prototypes in [to Knoll] without an appointment and pushed them off the elevator and said, ‘I want to see Florence Knoll.’ Fortunately for me, [Senior Designer] Vincent Cafiero came out just by accident, and he said, ‘Who are you?’ I said, ‘I’m Charles Pollock.’ I had had a major article in Interiors, in a series of articles about Saarinen, Eames, and myself about three or four months before, and he had read that…. So Cafiero said, “Look, this stuff is interesting. Why don’t you take this idea and throw this other idea into it?” Eventually, between Vincent Cafiero and myself, I developed a quarter-inch scale model of a chair that was very, very similar to…the 657 chair...
Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture

Materials

Aluminum, Steel, Chrome

Vintage "Womb" Tan Leather Chair with Ottoman by Eero Saarinen for Knoll
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dimensions 36in H x 41.50in W x 37in D Seat height 15.50in Ottoman: 13.50in H x 25in W x 20in D.
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture

Materials

Steel, Chrome

1st Generation '657' Armchairs by Charles Pollock for Knoll Associates, Signed
By Charles Pollock, Knoll
Located in Los Angeles, CA
If you are seeking a pair of the classic Charles Pollock Armchairs (Model 657), these are the ones you want and here is why: First, the color combination is in our opinion, the best - while the black on black and brown on black are great as well, the classic cognac orange sling with black cushion is definitely the stand-out icon of the family. This pair has beautiful color with attractive patina to the leather which adds greater dimension and texture to the leather. Secondly, and most importantly, these labeled with original Knoll Associates tags which date these towards the early few years of production before Knoll Associates changed hands to Knoll International. This pair which was produced between 1964 and 1968 are ideal for a collector who wants the 'original' production examples made when Knoll first introduced this design in 1964. And considering the condition of these - this pair won't last long so buy it while it is still available! These leather sling armchairs perfectly blend comfort, functionality, and style. The frame comprises polished chrome steel tubing with cast aluminum, creating a sleek and subtly contrasting profile. The seat is a heavy cognac cowhide suspended on the frame which has been carefully shaped to form the back and seat sling. The thick cognac leather contrasts beautifully with the black arms, black leather seat pads and black seat supports attached to the chrome frames. Under the sling-seats are the original Knoll Associates manufacturing stickers which identify these from being in their earlier (original) production runs of this design. The leather has an attractive light patina in excellent vintage conditions. Both chairs present very well, are ideal collectors examples and are ready for immediate use. Here is a quote from Charles Pollock speaking to the design of this chair taken from Knoll's website: “I was penniless, didn’t have a car and I was making my prototypes out of plumbing that I pulled out of an old, abandoned basement. I brought all these prototypes in [to Knoll] without an appointment and pushed them off the elevator and said, ‘I want to see Florence Knoll.’ Fortunately for me, [Senior Designer] Vincent Cafiero came out just by accident, and he said, ‘Who are you?’ I said, ‘I’m Charles Pollock.’ I had had a major article in Interiors, in a series of articles about Saarinen, Eames, and myself about three or four months before, and he had read that…. So Cafiero said, “Look, this stuff is interesting. Why don’t you take this idea and throw this other idea into it?” Eventually, between Vincent Cafiero and myself, I developed a quarter-inch scale model of a chair that was very, very similar to…the 657 chair...
Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture

Materials

Aluminum, Steel, Chrome

Authentic Set of Four Midcentury Knoll Brno Chairs by Mies van der Rohe
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
For your consideration are these beautiful saddle brown leather Brno chairs by Knoll. Featuring chromed tubular frame on nicely patinated leather. Leather style- Spinneybeck Volo...
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Mid-20th Century North American Knoll Furniture

Materials

Chrome

Richard Schultz for Knoll 1966 Series Orange Enamel Coffee Table
By Knoll, Richard Schultz
Located in Buffalo, NY
Seldom seen, early production. Rectangular coffee / cocktail table designed by Richard Schultz manufactured by Knoll, nice original condition. Design Richard Schultz, 1966 Alumin...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Cognac Leather Knoll Butterfly Chair
By Knoll, Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Cognac leather Hardoy butterfly chair, designed by Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy for Knoll. An iconic mid-century design with a relaxed and rugged vibe. Our vintage example has the original s...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture

Materials

Leather

1st Generation '657' Armchairs by Charles Pollock for Knoll Associates, Signed
By Knoll, Charles Pollock
Located in Los Angeles, CA
If you are seeking a pair of the classic Charles Pollock Armchairs (Model 657), these are the ones you want and here is why: First, the color combination is in our opinion, the best - while the black on black and brown on black are great as well, the classic cognac orange sling with black cushion is definitely the stand-out icon of the family. Secondly, and most importantly, these are double labeled with original Knoll Associates tags which date these towards the early few years of production before Knoll Associates changed hands to Knoll International. This pair which was produced between 1964 and 1968 are ideal for a collector who wants the 'original' production examples made when Knoll first introduced this design in 1964. And considering the condition of these - this pair won't last long so buy it while it is still available! These leather sling armchairs perfectly blend comfort, functionality, and style. The frame comprises polished chrome steel tubing with cast aluminum, creating a sleek and subtly contrasting profile. The seat is a heavy cognac cowhide suspended on the frame which has been carefully shaped to form the back and seat sling. The thick cognac leather contrasts beautifully with the black arms, black leather seat pads and black seat supports attached to the chrome frames. Under the sling-seats are the original Knoll Associates manufacturing labels which identify these from being in their earlier (original) production runs of this design. The leather has an attractive light patina in excellent vintage conditions. Both chairs present very well, are ideal collectors examples and are ready for immediate use. Here is a quote from Charles Pollock speaking to the design of this chair taken from Knoll's website: “I was penniless, didn’t have a car and I was making my prototypes out of plumbing that I pulled out of an old, abandoned basement. I brought all these prototypes in [to Knoll] without an appointment and pushed them off the elevator and said, ‘I want to see Florence Knoll.’ Fortunately for me, [Senior Designer] Vincent Cafiero came out just by accident, and he said, ‘Who are you?’ I said, ‘I’m Charles Pollock.’ I had had a major article in Interiors, in a series of articles about Saarinen, Eames, and myself about three or four months before, and he had read that…. So Cafiero said, “Look, this stuff is interesting. Why don’t you take this idea and throw this other idea into it?” Eventually, between Vincent Cafiero and myself, I developed a quarter-inch scale model of a chair that was very, very similar to…the 657 chair...
Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture

Materials

Aluminum, Steel, Chrome

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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