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 chair — created 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
1960s Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Flat Bar Brno Chair in Leather & Bronze Finish
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll, Lilly Reich
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a ‘Brno’ Armchair, model MR50, designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe & Lily Reich in 1929. This particular piece was produced by Knoll in the 1960s. The design features a ...
Category
1960s American Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture
Materials
Steel
Ettore Sottsass Memphis Mandarin Chairs for Knoll w/ Bamboo Arms
By Knoll, Ettore Sottsass
Located in Chicago, IL
Ettore Sottsass for Knoll Memphis Mandarin chairs, scarce bamboo arms
5 available
Listing is for a pair.
Style of Memphis Milo Baughman
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Furniture
Materials
Bamboo
1960s Florence Knoll T-Angle Square Coffee Table with Faux Walnut Laminate Top
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Florence Knoll T-Angle Coffee Table, initially designed by Florence Knoll for Knoll Associates in 1952. This example dates to the 1960s. It features a square top with a bro...
Category
1960s American Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture
Materials
Steel
1960s Florence Knoll T Angle 24 inch End / Side Table w/ Formica Top, Model 304
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Florence Knoll T Angle End Table, Model 304, originally designed in 1952. It features a square top with a walnut woodgrain laminate (formica) surface, and has black enamele...
Category
1960s American Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture
Materials
Steel
1952, Harry Bertoia for, Knoll International, Large Bird Chair in Black
By Knoll, Harry Bertoia
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
This item is part of the private collection of Casey Godrie and is situated in his private house. Ask him for competitive shipping quotes. His incredible Dune Villa, Amsterdam Beach find more details on his family name plus eu, is for sale soon too. :-)
Black bird chair...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture
Materials
Metal
Lounge Chair by Davis Allen for Knoll
By Davis Allen, Knoll
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A Mid-Century Modern leather club chair of generous proportion designed by Davis Allen. This chair features a streamlined rectilinear form with the arm level even to the backrest and...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture
Materials
Steel
$12,500 / item
2001 Pair of Raul De Armas for Knoll Arm Chairs in Maple Wood with Grey Fabric
By Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a pair of DeArmas side chairs, originally designed by Raul De Armas in 1991. De Armas was a partner at Skidmore, Owings, and Merrill Architects (SOM) in the interior design d...
Category
Early 2000s American Modern Knoll Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wood
1993 Ettore Sottsass for Knoll Mandarin Dining Chairs in w/ Fabric Upholstery
By Knoll, Ettore Sottsass
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a set of eight Mandarin Chairs, designed by Ettore Sottsass and produced by Knoll in 1986. The listed price includes one chair, and we have eight available for purchase in th...
Category
1990s American Modern Knoll Furniture
Materials
Steel
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...
Category
2010s American Modern Knoll Furniture
Materials
Steel
1999 Charles Pfister for Knoll Settee Loveseat from IBM Headquarters Model 1052C
By Charles Pfister, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an original Tuxedo Love Seat Settee, Model 1052C, designed by Charles Pfister for Knoll in 1971. This example dates to 1999. The piece retains its original upholstery, which ...
Category
1990s American Modern Knoll Furniture
Materials
Steel
C. 1958 Pair of Florence Knoll 84 ULB Lounge Arm Chairs in Fabric and Wood
By Knoll, Florence 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....
Category
1950s American Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture
Materials
Steel
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...
Category
1990s American Modern Knoll Furniture
Materials
Steel
1970s Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Side Chairs in Rust Velvet
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Saarinen Executive Side Chair, model 72C, designed by Eero Saarinen for Knoll in 1950. These particular examples date to the 1970s. The listed price includes one chair, and...
Category
1970s American Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture
Materials
Steel
Chrome Bird Chair by Harry Bertoia for Knoll International, 1952
By Harry Bertoia, Knoll
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
Bird chair in chrome. The chair has a beautiful and elegant design with beautiful angles an d details. The chair shows some traces of use, like some rusty spots, which can be polishe...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture
Materials
Metal
1950s Set of Four Harry Bertoia for Knoll Child Size Side Chair No. 425-N
By Knoll, Harry Bertoia
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a set of four Child's Bertoia Side Chair with seat cushion, originally designed by Harry Bertoia in 1955. These particular examples were produced by Knoll in the USA in the 1...
Category
1950s American Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture
Materials
Steel
1990s Heli Three-Seat Sofa by Otto Zapf for Knoll International in Brown Leather
By Knoll, Otto Zapf
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an original Heli three-seat sofa, initially designed by Otto Zapf for Knoll International in 1983. This particular piece was produced in Czechoslovakia in the early 1990s, an...
Category
1990s Czech Modern Knoll Furniture
Materials
Steel, Aluminum, Enamel
Lounge Chair for Knoll
By Knoll
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A dark walnut French polished lounge chair.
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture
Materials
Walnut
$6,800
1980s Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Desk or Dining Chair in Hopsack Fabric
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Saarinen Executive Chair, Model 71 USB, designed by Eero Saarinen for Knoll in 1950. This particular example dates to the 1980s, as indicated by the 655 Madison Avenue labe...
Category
1980s American Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture
Materials
Steel
C. 2009 Pair of Mies Van Der Rohe Knoll Krefeld Lounge Chairs in Red Leather
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a pair of Krefeld Lounge Chairs produced by Knoll and designed by Mies Van Der Rohe. These chairs were specified in red leather...
Category
Early 2000s American Modern Knoll Furniture
Materials
Leather, Walnut
2011 Eero Saarinen Executive Side Chairs in Red Fabric w/ White Plastic Backs
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Saarinen Executive Side Chair, model 72C, designed by Eero Saarinen for Knoll in 1950. These particular examples date to 2011. The listed price includes one chair, and we h...
Category
2010s American Modern Knoll Furniture
Materials
Steel
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...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture
Materials
Steel
1952, Harrie Bertoia, Footstool for Bird Chair
By Knoll, Harry Bertoia
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
This item is part of the private collection of Casey Godrie and is situated in his private house. Ask him for competitive shipping quotes. His incredible Dune Villa, Amsterdam Beach,check last five pictures, find more details on his family name plus eu, is for sale soon too. :-)
Original footstool with original upholstery, which can be redone for extra price for the bird chair of Harrie Bertoia...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture
Materials
Metal
2022 Eero Saarinen for Knoll Armless Side Chair in Pink Mohair 4x Available
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Saarinen Armless Executive Chair, model 72C, designed by Eero Saarinen for Knoll International in 1950. These particular examples were produced in the USA in 2022. The list...
Category
2010s American Modern Knoll Furniture
Materials
Steel
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...
Category
1990s American Modern Knoll Furniture
Materials
Steel
Contemporary Pierre Beucler for Knoll Architecture & Associes Residential Settee
By Knoll
Located in Secaucus, NJ
This fabulous Architecture and Associes residential Settee designed by Pierre Beucler and Jean-Christophe Poggioli of Paris-based Architecture and Associes offer a casual comfort wit...
Category
2010s American Modern Knoll Furniture
Materials
Steel, Chrome
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 woven green wool upholstery. Measures: 40.5" tall, seat height 31".
Designed by Harry Bertoia in 1...
Category
Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Furniture
Materials
Steel
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. ...
Category
1990s American Modern Knoll Furniture
Materials
Steel
2019 Florence Knoll End Table 29 x 29 with Glass Top and Satin Frame
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a glass and satin chrome end table, model 2515T, designed by Florence Knoll and produced by Knoll Studio. It was produced circa 2019 and was rarely used.
Florence Knoll app...
Category
2010s American Modern Knoll Furniture
Materials
Steel
1950 Florence Knoll RARE T Angle Coffee Table No. 115 in Black & Walnut Laminate
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a super rare, limited production T Angle coffee table, produced by Knoll Associates. This is an early and unique Florence Knoll design, which is noted in the "Knol...
Category
1950s American Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture
Materials
Laminate, Walnut
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.
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture
Materials
Fiberglass
$3,600 / item
Mid-Century Modern Eero Saarinen for Knoll White and Black Executive Arm Chair
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
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...
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Furniture
Materials
Steel, Chrome
C. 2006 Richard Sapper for Knoll Management Desk Chair in Red Leather
By Richard Sapper, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Sapper Series management desk chair, designed by Richard Sapper in 1979 and produced by Knoll. These examples date to circa 2006. The listed price includes one chair, and w...
Category
Early 2000s American Modern Knoll Furniture
Materials
Steel
1971 Set of 4 Eero Saarinen for Knoll Side Chairs w/ Edelman Leather Upholstery
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a set of four Saarinen armless executive side chairs on pedestal bases, originally designed by Eero Saarinen for Knoll in 1950. These particular examples are circa 1971 produ...
Category
1970s American Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture
Materials
Steel
Sculptural White Lacquered Wood Coat Rack by Bruce Tippett Renna
By Knoll, Bruce Tippett
Located in Brussels, BE
Sculptural white lacquered wood coat rack by Bruce Tippett renna for Gavina, Knoll International, circa 1968.
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture
Materials
Wood
Pair of Knoll Studio “Brno Tubular” Lounge Chair Armchairs in Dark Brown Leather
By Knoll
Located in Barrowford, GB
This is a rare, original identical-pair of “Brno Tubular” Armchairs from the world renown furniture house of Knoll Studio, dressed in a sublime, tactile dark-brown leather, and with ...
Category
2010s Knoll Furniture
Materials
Leather
Set Of Four Knoll Arm Chairs With Original Upholstery
By Knoll
Located in Buchanan, MI
Set Of Four Knoll Arm Chairs With Original Upholstery
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture
Materials
Bentwood
KNOLL Sideboard Model 116
By Knoll
Located in Beaune, FR
Florence KNOLL (1917) Model 116 sideboard, with quadrangular box in black lacquered wood, mahogany interior with shelves and an English-style drawer, opening with two sliding doors c...
Category
20th Century European Knoll Furniture
Materials
Wood
$19,771
2000s Set of Three Vico Magistretti for DePadova "Cirene" Armchair Ebonized Wood
By Knoll, Vico Magistretti
Located in Philadelphia, PA
These are a set of three Cirene stackable Ebonized chairs, originally designed by Vico Magistretti in 1999. These particular examples were produced by DePadova for Knoll in Italy. Th...
Category
Early 2000s Italian Modern Knoll Furniture
Materials
Steel
1990s Ettore Sottsass Mandarin Dining Chair in Silver w/ Grey 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. ...
Category
1990s American Modern Knoll Furniture
Materials
Steel
Redwood Petal Dining Table By Richard Schultz For Knoll
By Richard Schultz, Knoll
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Iconic, Mid-Century Modern, "Petal" dining table by Richard Schultz for Knoll features a redwood top with eight petal sections on a white enameled, cast iron, eight point star base. ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Furniture
Materials
Metal
$5,760 Sale Price
20% Off
28 Fine Mid-Century Armchairs by De Coene Freres for Knoll International
By De Coene Frères, Knoll
Located in Long Island City, NY
Twenty-eight 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.
O...
Category
Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Knoll Furniture
Materials
Oak
Price Upon Request
Empire Chair in Molded Plywood by Robert Venturi & Denise Scott, 1984
By Knoll, Robert Venturi and Denise Scott Brown
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.
Category
1980s American Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture
Materials
Plywood
Price Upon Request
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.
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- Does Herman Miller own Knoll?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, 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 ExpertMay 14, 2024Many 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 ExpertNovember 13, 2024Fifty-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.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024The 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024When 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.
- Who is Florence Knoll?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Florence Knoll was an architect and furniture designer who greatly influenced mid-century design. She established the furniture company Knoll, Inc., which continues to manufacture pieces inspired by her designs. Knoll died on January 25, 2019, at the age of 101. Find a collection of Florence Knoll furniture on 1stDibs.
- What is a Knoll Sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A 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, 2022To pronounce Florence Knoll, say "FLO-rens Noll." The "K" in the designer's last name is silent. Florence Knoll's maiden name was Florence Marguerite Schust, pronounced "shusht." She changed her name after marrying Hans Knoll in 1946. Find a range of Florence Knoll furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Andrew 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.
- How do I date Knoll furniture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022How 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.
- Where does Florence Knoll live?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Florence Knoll lived in the U.S. throughout her life. She was born in Saginaw, Michigan, on May 24, 1917, and she died in Coral Gables, Florida, on January 25, 2019. From 1940 to 1941, she attended the Chicago Armour Institute in Chicago, Illinois. After that, she lived and worked in New York City for many years. On 1stDibs, find a range of Florence Knoll furniture.
- Who owns Knoll furniture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022MillerKnoll 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.
- Where are Knoll chairs made?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Knoll 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.
- Where is Knoll furniture made?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Florence 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, 2024The 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.
- What is a Parker Knoll chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021A 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 ExpertOctober 7, 2024To 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 ExpertSeptember 9, 2024To 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 ExpertApril 22, 2024Where 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 ExpertOctober 15, 2024To 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 ExpertAugust 26, 2024To 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, 2022You 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, 2022Knoll 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, 2022Florence Knoll made a number of well-known furniture designs and founded the company Knoll, Inc. Some of her most acclaimed pieces include the Florence Knoll lounge chair, the Florence Knoll sofa, the Florence Knoll bench and the Florence Knoll settee. Shop a variety of Florence Knoll furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024What Florence Knoll called the Womb chair after it was created is unknown. However, its creator Eero Saarinen stated that Knoll inspired him to make the piece by asking him to design the most comfortable chair ever, saying specifically that she wanted something that felt like "a basket full of pillows." Presented with the challenge, Saarinen went primal. What, the designer figured, better signifies the very essence of comfort than the womb? "It was designed on the theory that a great number of people have never really felt comfortable and secure since they left the womb,” the designer said of his chair. Find a selection of vintage Womb chairs on 1stDibs.