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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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Creator: Knoll
1999 Set of Eight Davis Allen Exeter Armless Dining Chairs with Provenance
1999 Set of Eight Davis Allen Exeter Armless Dining Chairs with Provenance

1999 Set of Eight Davis Allen Exeter Armless Dining Chairs with Provenance

By Knoll, Davis Allen

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a set of eight Exeter Dining Armless Chairs, originally designed by Davis Allen for Knoll in 1993. These particular examples date to the year 1999. They are comprised of a wo...

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1990s American Modern Knoll Furniture

Materials

Foam, Wood, Fabric

C. 1947 Abel Sorensen for Knoll Stool / Tray / Side Table with Webbing
C. 1947 Abel Sorensen for Knoll Stool / Tray / Side Table with Webbing

C. 1947 Abel Sorensen for Knoll Stool / Tray / Side Table with Webbing

By Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Model 50 Single Tray Table, originally designed by Abel Sorensen in 1946. This particular example was produced by Knoll in 1947. The table's frame is comprised of maple and...

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1940s American Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture

Materials

Maple

2010s Set of 4 Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Arm Chairs in Two-Toned Fabric
2010s Set of 4 Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Arm Chairs in Two-Toned Fabric

2010s Set of 4 Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Arm Chairs in Two-Toned Fabric

By Knoll, Eero Saarinen

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a set of four Saarinen Executive Arm Chairs, originally designed in 1957 by Eero Saarinen and produced by Knoll. These particular examples were produced in the 2010s. The des...

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2010s American Modern Knoll Furniture

Materials

Steel

Original Midcentury Florence Knoll Sideboard 1950 Ahorn Knoll Intenational
Original Midcentury Florence Knoll Sideboard 1950 Ahorn Knoll Intenational

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 Knoll Furniture

Materials

Metal

Vintage Chrome Dining Chairs by Ludwig Mies Van Der Rohe
Vintage Chrome Dining Chairs by Ludwig Mies Van Der Rohe

Vintage Chrome Dining Chairs by Ludwig Mies Van Der Rohe

By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Vintage set of four chrome dining chairs designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe manufactured by knoll circa 1970s. . These chairs stand out for their floating design due to the chrome ...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture

Materials

Chrome

1960s Warren Platner for Knoll Lounge Chairs Nickel w/ Blue Fabric 4x Available
1960s Warren Platner for Knoll Lounge Chairs Nickel w/ Blue Fabric 4x Available

1960s Warren Platner for Knoll Lounge Chairs Nickel w/ Blue Fabric 4x Available

By Warren Platner, Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Platner Lounge Chair, model 1715L, initially designed by Warren Platner for Knoll in 1966. These examples date to the 1960s. The listed price includes one chair, and we have four chairs available for purchase. The frames of these chairs are composed of nickel-plated steel rods that are welded together, and the seats are upholstered in a blue geometrically patterned fabric. Each chair measures 25.5 inches long, 36.25 inches wide, and is 30.25 inches tall. Their seat height is 18.5 inches. No labels remain, and these look to have been reupholstered at some point. The chair frames have patina present on the nickel-plated steel. The fabric is in decent shape, though there is wear apparent around the arms, and there is loose fabric...

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1960s American Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture

Materials

Steel, Nickel

Knoll Armless Saarinen Chair White Plastic Back with "Funfetti" Upholstery
Knoll Armless Saarinen Chair White Plastic Back with "Funfetti" Upholstery

Knoll Armless Saarinen Chair White Plastic Back with "Funfetti" Upholstery

By Eero Saarinen, Knoll

Located in Wilton, CT

This Eero Saarinen for Knoll plastic-back side chair was reupholstered in a super fun mutli-color dot fabric. We offer this at a set - perfect for a fun ...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture

Materials

Textile, Plastic

C. 2001 Richard Sapper Management Desk Chair in Grey Leather with Tilt Mechanism
C. 2001 Richard Sapper Management Desk Chair in Grey Leather with Tilt Mechanism

C. 2001 Richard Sapper Management Desk Chair in Grey Leather with Tilt Mechanism

By Richard Sapper, Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Management Desk Chair designed by Richard Sapper, originally introduced for Knoll in 1979. This particular example dates to around 2001. It features grey leather upholstery...

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Early 2000s American Modern Knoll Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

1986 Pair of Knoll Mandarin Dining Arm Chairs by Ettore Sottsass in Fabric
1986 Pair of Knoll Mandarin Dining Arm Chairs by Ettore Sottsass in Fabric

1986 Pair of Knoll Mandarin Dining Arm Chairs by Ettore Sottsass in Fabric

By Ettore Sottsass, Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a pair of 'Mandarin’ Chairs, designed by Ettore Sottsass and produced by Knoll in 1986. The listed price includes the pair. They have sculptural, black enameled-steel arms,...

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1980s American Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture

Materials

Steel

Ettore Sottsass for Knoll Eastside Lounge Chairs Memphis Italy Blue
Ettore Sottsass for Knoll Eastside Lounge Chairs Memphis Italy Blue

Ettore Sottsass for Knoll Eastside Lounge Chairs Memphis Italy Blue

By Knoll, Ettore Sottsass

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Listed for sale is a pair of gorgeous and original Ettore Sottsass Eastside lounge chairs, produced by Knoll International. These two lounge chairs came from the American Airlines ex...

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Early 2000s American Modern Knoll Furniture

Materials

Leather, Fabric

1977 Charles Pfister for Knoll Dining Table in Oak with Chrome Legs 59 Inches
1977 Charles Pfister for Knoll Dining Table in Oak with Chrome Legs 59 Inches

1977 Charles Pfister for Knoll Dining Table in Oak with Chrome Legs 59 Inches

By Knoll, Charles Pfister

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Square Oak Pfister Dining Table, initially designed in 1977 by Charles Pfister for Knoll. The piece was produced in Italy around the same time. The frame of the piece is ma...

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1970s Italian Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture

Materials

Steel, Chrome

1970 Vincent Cafiero for Knoll Dining Arm Chair in Walnut and Red Fabric
1970 Vincent Cafiero for Knoll Dining Arm Chair in Walnut and Red Fabric

1970 Vincent Cafiero for Knoll Dining Arm Chair in Walnut and Red Fabric

By Vincent Cafiero, Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Cafiero armchair, designed by Vincent Cafiero for Knoll in the late 1950s. It features a frame in stained walnut having arms, and has tomato-red hopsack upholstery with cla...

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1970s American Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Walnut, Foam

1946 Jen Risom 666 WSP Side Chairs Black Webbing for Knoll Associates Set of Six
1946 Jen Risom 666 WSP Side Chairs Black Webbing for Knoll Associates Set of Six

1946 Jen Risom 666 WSP Side Chairs Black Webbing for Knoll Associates Set of Six

By Jens Risom, Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Listed for sale is a set of six circa mid 1940s dining chairs designed by Jen Risom and produced by Knoll Associates. The model number is 666 WSP, a model introduced by Knoll Associa...

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1940s American Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture

Materials

Wood, Maple

Eero Saarinen Oval Side Table with Rosewood & White Base
Eero Saarinen Oval Side Table with Rosewood & White Base

Eero Saarinen Oval Side Table with Rosewood & White Base

By Knoll

Located in Sag Harbor, NY

Experience timeless design with the Eero Saarinen Oval Side Table from Knoll. Featuring a seamless, organic form with a rosewood and white base, thi...

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2010s American Knoll Furniture

Materials

Rosewood

1990s Ettore Sottsass for Knoll Mandarin Dining Chairs in Teal w/ Upholstery
1990s Ettore Sottsass for Knoll Mandarin Dining Chairs in Teal w/ Upholstery

1990s Ettore Sottsass for Knoll Mandarin Dining Chairs in Teal w/ Upholstery

By Knoll, Ettore Sottsass

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Postmodern “Mandarin” armchair, initially designed by Ettore Sottsass for Knoll in 1986. These examples date to the 1990s, and the listed price includes one chair. We h...

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1990s American Modern Knoll Furniture

Materials

Steel

1990 Pair of Knoll International New Weissenhof Chairs Trix & Robert Haussmann
1990 Pair of Knoll International New Weissenhof Chairs Trix & Robert Haussmann

1990 Pair of Knoll International New Weissenhof Chairs Trix & Robert Haussmann

By Trix and Robert Haussmann, Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a pair of Upholstered Club Chairs from 'The Lounge Seating' series, designed by the Swiss husband-and-wife design duo Robert and Trix Haussmann for Knoll International in 198...

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1990s Italian Modern Knoll Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

1975 Pair of Warren Platner for Knoll Lounge Chairs Steel Frame with Red Fabric
1975 Pair of Warren Platner for Knoll Lounge Chairs Steel Frame with Red Fabric

1975 Pair of Warren Platner for Knoll Lounge Chairs Steel Frame with Red Fabric

By Knoll, Warren Platner

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a pair of Platner Lounge Chairs, model 1715L, initially designed by Warren Platner for Knoll in 1966. These examples date to 1975, and the listed price includes the pair of c...

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1970s American Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture

Materials

Steel, Nickel

1991 Ettore Sottsass Mandarin Dining Chairs in Teal w/ Multi Pattern Upholstery
1991 Ettore Sottsass Mandarin Dining Chairs in Teal w/ Multi Pattern Upholstery

1991 Ettore Sottsass Mandarin Dining Chairs in Teal w/ Multi Pattern Upholstery

By Knoll, Ettore Sottsass

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Postmodern “Mandarin” armchair, initially designed by Ettore Sottsass for Knoll in 1986. These examples date to the 1990s, and the listed price includes one chair. We h...

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1990s American Modern Knoll Furniture

Materials

Steel

1960s Set of Four Eero Saarinen for Knoll Tulip Pedestal Arm Chairs, Model 150US
1960s Set of Four Eero Saarinen for Knoll Tulip Pedestal Arm Chairs, Model 150US

1960s Set of Four Eero Saarinen for Knoll Tulip Pedestal Arm Chairs, Model 150US

By Knoll, Eero Saarinen

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a set of four Saarinen Tulip Pedestal Swivel Armchairs, Model 150A, initially designed by Eero Saarinen for Knoll in 1956. These examples date to the 1960s. The listed price ...

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1960s American Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

2021 Pair of Knoll Bertoia Side Chairs in Steel w/ Full Seat Covers in Fabric
2021 Pair of Knoll Bertoia Side Chairs in Steel w/ Full Seat Covers in Fabric

2021 Pair of Knoll Bertoia Side Chairs in Steel w/ Full Seat Covers in Fabric

By Knoll, Harry Bertoia

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a pair of classic Bertoia side chairs, model 420c, originally designed in 1952 by Harry Bertoia for Knoll International. This particular pair dates to 2021. The listed price ...

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2010s American Modern Knoll Furniture

Materials

Steel, Chrome

1993 Ettore Sottsass Mandarin Dining Chairs in Blue w/ Blue Fabric Upholstery
1993 Ettore Sottsass Mandarin Dining Chairs in Blue w/ Blue Fabric Upholstery

1993 Ettore Sottsass Mandarin Dining Chairs in Blue w/ Blue Fabric Upholstery

By Knoll, Ettore Sottsass

Located in Philadelphia, PA

These are Mandarin Chairs, designed by Ettore Sottsass and produced by Knoll in 1986. The listed price includes one chair, and we have three available for purchase in this colorway. ...

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1990s American Modern Knoll Furniture

Materials

Steel

1960s Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Dining Arm Chair in Black Leather
1960s Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Dining Arm Chair in Black Leather

1960s Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Dining Arm Chair in Black Leather

By Ettore Sottsass, Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Listed for sale is a 1960s executive armchair No. 71 USB designed by Eero Saarinen and produced by Knoll. This particular example retains part of its original 320 Park Avenue label, ...

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1960s American Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture

Materials

Chrome

C. 1958 Pair of Florence Knoll 84 ULB Lounge Arm Chairs in Fabric and Wood
C. 1958 Pair of Florence Knoll 84 ULB Lounge Arm Chairs in Fabric and Wood

C. 1958 Pair of Florence Knoll 84 ULB Lounge Arm Chairs in Fabric and Wood

By Florence Knoll, Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is an unusual pair of Florence Knoll Armchairs, model 84 ULB, initially designed by Florence Knoll in 1956. We date this pair to C. 1958, and the listed price includes the pair....

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1950s American Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture

Materials

Steel

La Fonda' End Table by Charles Eames for Knoll
La Fonda' End Table by Charles Eames for Knoll

La Fonda' End Table by Charles Eames for Knoll

By Knoll

Located in Sagaponack, NY

A circular "La Fonda" end table with a Botticcino marble top on a polished aluminum base.

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture

Materials

Marble, Steel

1990s Set of Crassevig & Knoll Gina / Ginotta Dining Chairs by Enrico Franzolini
1990s Set of Crassevig & Knoll Gina / Ginotta Dining Chairs by Enrico Franzolini

1990s Set of Crassevig & Knoll Gina / Ginotta Dining Chairs by Enrico Franzolini

By Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Listed for sale is a set of four gorgeousGina / Ginotta bent plywood dining chairs with oatmeal-color fabric upholstery, produced by Crassevig, distributed by Knoll in the US, and de...

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1990s American Modern Knoll Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Plywood

Lounge Chair for Knoll
Lounge Chair for Knoll

Lounge Chair for Knoll

By Knoll

Located in Sagaponack, NY

A dark walnut French polished lounge chair.

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Eero Saarinen for Knoll Brown Executive Arm Chair
Mid-Century Modern Eero Saarinen for Knoll Brown Executive Arm Chair

Mid-Century Modern Eero Saarinen for Knoll Brown Executive Arm Chair

By Eero Saarinen, Knoll

Located in Secaucus, NJ

Stunning authentic Mid-century modern Saarinen Executive Arm Chair by Knoll. One of Knoll most popular designs that achieved comfort through the shape of its shell. Was introduced in...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Furniture

Materials

Steel, Chrome

2021 Knoll Pilot Low Back Armless Chair by Edward Barber and Jay Osgerby
2021 Knoll Pilot Low Back Armless Chair by Edward Barber and Jay Osgerby

2021 Knoll Pilot Low Back Armless Chair by Edward Barber and Jay Osgerby

By Knoll, Edward Barber and Jay Osgerby

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is an original low-back Pilot lounge chair, designed by the British design duo Edward Barber and Jay Osgerby for Knoll in 2016. This particular example dates to 2021 and has nev...

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2010s American Modern Knoll Furniture

Materials

Steel

2021 Jens Risom for Knoll Counter Height Stool in Clear Maple with Black Webbing
2021 Jens Risom for Knoll Counter Height Stool in Clear Maple with Black Webbing

2021 Jens Risom for Knoll Counter Height Stool in Clear Maple with Black Webbing

By Knoll, Jens Risom

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Listed for sale is a single 2021 production Risom counter height stool designed by Jens Risom and produced by Knoll. This example was acquired directly from a Knoll employee, who pur...

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2010s American Modern Knoll Furniture

Materials

Birch, Maple

2000s Piero Lissoni for Knoll Divina Lounge Chair in Brown Leather 4x Available
2000s Piero Lissoni for Knoll Divina Lounge Chair in Brown Leather 4x Available

2000s Piero Lissoni for Knoll Divina Lounge Chair in Brown Leather 4x Available

By Piero Lissoni, Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a circa 2008 production Divina lounge chair, designed by Piero Lissoni and produced by Knoll. Four chairs are available, though the price listed is for each one. The chairs c...

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Early 2000s American Modern Knoll Furniture

Materials

Steel, Chrome

1990s Ettore Sottsass Mandarin Dining Chairs in Mint Green w/ Upholstery
1990s Ettore Sottsass Mandarin Dining Chairs in Mint Green w/ Upholstery

1990s Ettore Sottsass Mandarin Dining Chairs in Mint Green w/ Upholstery

By Knoll, Ettore Sottsass

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Postmodern armchair, initially designed by Ettore Sottsass for Knoll in 1986. These examples date to the 1990s, and the listed price includes one chair. We have three chair...

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1990s American Modern Knoll Furniture

Materials

Steel

Fiberglass Shell Barstool by Harry Bertoia for Knoll
Fiberglass Shell Barstool by Harry Bertoia for Knoll

Fiberglass Shell Barstool by Harry Bertoia for Knoll

By Knoll, Harry Bertoia

Located in Sagaponack, NY

A barstool with a black fiberglass shell on splayed, painted legs.

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture

Materials

Fiberglass

C. 1946 Rare Ralph Rapson for Knoll Associates Dining / Side Arm Chair in Birch
C. 1946 Rare Ralph Rapson for Knoll Associates Dining / Side Arm Chair in Birch

C. 1946 Rare Ralph Rapson for Knoll Associates Dining / Side Arm Chair in Birch

By Knoll, Ralph Rapson

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Listed for sale is an exceptional early Knoll Associates armchair, designed by Jens Risom. This example has what looks to be a natural maple frame and lovely striped black fabric. Th...

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1940s American Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Birch

Barstool by Harry Bertoia for Knoll & Associates, 1952
Barstool by Harry Bertoia for Knoll & Associates, 1952

Barstool by Harry Bertoia for Knoll & Associates, 1952

By Harry Bertoia, Knoll

Located in Sagaponack, NY

A spare and sculptural stool crafted from shaped steel rods, retaining the original red upholstery. Measures: 40.5" tall, seat height 31". Designed by Harry Bertoia in 1952, manufac...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture

Materials

Steel

Harrie Bertoia, Diamond Chair 421, Black & White with Black Vinyl Cushion
Harrie Bertoia, Diamond Chair 421, Black & White with Black Vinyl Cushion

Harrie Bertoia, Diamond Chair 421, Black & White with Black Vinyl Cushion

By Knoll, Harry Bertoia

Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL

Early Harry Bertoia two-tone diamond chair. Black and white lacquered frame with original black seating. This icon is in divers sizes designed. This is a beauty according size and m...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern Eero Saarinen for Knoll White and Black Executive Arm Chair
Mid-Century Modern Eero Saarinen for Knoll White and Black Executive Arm Chair

Mid-Century Modern Eero Saarinen for Knoll White and Black Executive Arm Chair

By Eero Saarinen, Knoll

Located in Secaucus, NJ

Stunning authentic mid-century modern Saarinen Executive armchair by Knoll. One of Knoll's most popular designs that achieved supreme comfort through the shape of its shell. It was i...

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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Furniture

Materials

Steel, Chrome

2021 David Adjaye for Knoll Washington Prism Side Table in White / Black Marble
2021 David Adjaye for Knoll Washington Prism Side Table in White / Black Marble

2021 David Adjaye for Knoll Washington Prism Side Table in White / Black Marble

By Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Washington Prism side table designed by Sir David Adjaye and produced by Knoll. This particular example was specified with a gloss white shell and polished black marble top...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Knoll Furniture

Materials

Marble

2022 David Adjaye for Knoll Washington Prism Side Table in White / Black Marble
2022 David Adjaye for Knoll Washington Prism Side Table in White / Black Marble

2022 David Adjaye for Knoll Washington Prism Side Table in White / Black Marble

By Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Washington Prism side table designed by Sir David Adjaye and produced by Knoll. This particular example was specified with a gloss white shell and satin black marble top. I...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Knoll Furniture

Materials

Marble

1995 Ettore Sottsass for Knoll Mandarin Dining Chair in Silver Pink Upholstery
1995 Ettore Sottsass for Knoll Mandarin Dining Chair in Silver Pink Upholstery

1995 Ettore Sottsass for Knoll Mandarin Dining Chair in Silver Pink Upholstery

By Knoll, Ettore Sottsass

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Mandarin Chair, designed by Ettore Sottsass for Knoll in 1986. This chair dates to 1995. It has sculptural, silver enameled-steel arms, and has an upholstered seat & back i...

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1990s American Modern Knoll Furniture

Materials

Steel

16 Fine Mid-Century Armchairs by De Coene Freres for Knoll International
16 Fine Mid-Century Armchairs by De Coene Freres for Knoll International

16 Fine Mid-Century Armchairs by De Coene Freres for Knoll International

By De Coene Frères, Knoll

Located in Long Island City, NY

Sixteen fine Belgian solid oak arm chairs by De Coene Freres for Knoll International LTD New-York. To our knowledge, this rare model was commissioned for a project in Belgium. One ch...

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Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Knoll Furniture

Materials

Oak

Empire Chair in Molded Plywood by Robert Venturi & Denise Scott, 1984
Empire Chair in Molded Plywood by Robert Venturi & Denise Scott, 1984

Empire Chair in Molded Plywood by Robert Venturi & Denise Scott, 1984

By Robert Venturi and Denise Scott Brown, Knoll

Located in New York, NY

Empire chair in molded plywood with laminated finish in the "Grandmother" pattern. Designed by Robert Venturi and Denise Scott Brown for Knoll, USA, 1984.

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1980s American Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture

Materials

Plywood

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
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    Fifty-year-old furniture is called vintage furniture. The term vintage applies to furnishings that are 20 to 99 years old. More recently crafted items are contemporary, while older furniture is antique. On 1stDibs, explore a wide variety of antique, vintage and contemporary furniture from some of the world's top sellers.
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    The best-known 1950s furniture style is called mid-century modern. Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three phrases that describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style emerged primarily in the years following World War II through creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Mid-century modern designers combined natural and human-made materials, such as teak, rosewood and oak woods as well as steel, fiberglass and molded plywood. Some well-known mid-century modern designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia, Isamu Noguchi and George Nelson. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of mid-century modern furniture.
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    When modern furniture is made to look old, it is often called distressing or weathering. The process can involve sanding, painting and creating blemishes and marks in the materials to impart an aged appearance. In some cases, distressed furniture gets its look from the use of reclaimed materials, such as wood, metal, stone and other items that were previously used as construction materials in structures and old furniture. Distressed furniture differs from reproduction furniture, which refers to contemporary furnishings patterned after antique and vintage designs. Reproduction furniture may be distressed in some cases, but often it looks brand new when sold. On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of furniture.
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    Many antique furniture brands are popular. While trends in collecting do vary over time, some makers consistently remain highly sought after. Among them are J. & J.W. Meeks, John Henry Belter, R. J. Horner and Co., Stickley Furniture, George Hepplewhite, Josef Dannhauser, Thomas Chippendale and Thomas Sheridan. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of antique 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.
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    Real furniture is so expensive for a few reasons. For one thing, sourcing fine materials, such as solid wood, marble and natural fiber fabrics like cotton and linen, is typically more costly than acquiring human-made materials like engineered wood, resins and synthetic upholstery fabrics. Also, high-quality furniture is often at least partially handcrafted, so it takes longer to produce and creates higher labor costs. In addition, there is often a great demand for fine furniture and a limited supply, which increases prices. Find a wide range of furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Florence Knoll was an architect and furniture designer who greatly influenced mid-century design. She established the furniture company Knoll, Inc., which continues to manufacture pieces inspired by her designs. Knoll died on January 25, 2019, at the age of 101. Find a collection of Florence Knoll furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs 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
    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
    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
    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 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
    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 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 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 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 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 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 ExpertSeptember 9, 2024
    To tell if a chair is a Parker Knoll, look for the maker's label, usually found under the seat on dining chairs and on the bases or frames on office and accent chairs. Although the company has modified its markings over the years, most pieces will at least state "Parker Knoll.” Many pieces also feature serial numbers. By cross-referencing these numbers with information published on trusted online resources, you can learn about the age, style name and other features of your chair. If you need assistance with identification, seek the opinion of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Shop a collection of Parker Knoll chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 15, 2024
    To tell if a chair is Parker Knoll, look under the seat. Most Parker Knoll chairs will be marked with the company's logo and a model number. Some may also display the designer's signature. You can cross-reference the model number with information published on trusted online resources to learn more about your chair. If you can't locate a maker's mark or run into other difficulties identifying your chair, consider enlisting the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of Parker Knoll chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
    To tell if your Knoll table is real, look for a label on the underside of the tabletop. Nearly all Knoll pieces feature marks, but the specific style of the label and the information included on it have varied over the years and from table to table. As a result, you should try searching trusted online resources for images of the labels found on authentic tables of the same age and model as your own. Alternatively, you can have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer evaluate your piece. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of Knoll tables.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024
    To tell if a Knoll chair is real, first look for Knoll Furniture markings, usually found under the seat. These labels have varied over the years, but by comparing what's present on your furniture to images of authentic pieces found on trusted online resources produced around the same time, you can spot any inconsistencies that might indicate a replica. Knoll Furniture has sold many different chairs since its founding in 1938. Researching the characteristics of your specific chair can help you identify signs that your piece may be a replica. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can also help with authentication. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of Knoll chairs.
  • 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 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 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.