Skip to main content

Knoll Furniture

American

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

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

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

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

13
2
to
15
15
15
15
15
13
2
7
2
14
11
9
4
2
14
13
1
1
33
32
30
15
13
Creator: Knoll
Dealer: circa20c
Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Barcelona Chair and Stool
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Dallas, TX
Mies van der Rohe's iconic Barcelona chair with stool. Stamped Knoll.
Category

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

Materials

Metal

Florence Knoll Rosewood and Marble Credenza or Sideboard, 1960s
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Dallas, TX
Florence Knoll's iconic sideboard/credenza in rosewood with marble top. The sideboard features 4 bays with internal shelving in one bay and file drawers and smaller drawers in three ...
Category

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

Materials

Marble, Steel

Eero Saarinen for Knoll 60" Tulip Table in Arabescato Marble
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Dallas, TX
A very gently used Eero Saarinen for Knoll tulip table. In a beautiful Arabescato marble with a white base. This is ready for you immediately!. The image cast a yellowish to the tabl...
Category

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

Materials

Marble, Metal

Pair of Warren Platner for Knoll Easy Chairs in Blue Mohair
By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in Dallas, TX
Warren Platner's iconic Easy chair for Knoll. We have reupholstered this in a high-quality mohair.
Category

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

Materials

Nickel

Warren Platner for Knoll Bronze Base Side Table with Walnut Top
By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in Dallas, TX
An iconic design by Warren Platner. A bronze finish side table with restored walnut top. Dated 1974.
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Furniture

Materials

Metal

Eero Saarinen Executive Armchair
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Dallas, TX
We have up to ten available in this upholstery which is a Knoll textile with Bergamo piping. Or you can do in a fabric of your choice.
Category

Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Furniture

Materials

Metal

Pair of 1960s Bronze Warren Platner Lounge Chairs, New Upholstery
By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in Dallas, TX
We have a beautiful set of 1960s lounge chairs. Platners first made their debut in 1966. Steel-rod construction with bronze plate. We have reupholstered in a high quality fabric from...
Category

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

Materials

Metal, Nickel

Eero Saarinen for Knoll Womb Chair and Ottoman in Off-White Boucle
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Dallas, TX
Eero Saarinen's iconic womb chair with ottoman. We have restored this 20th Century chair with a beautiful high-quality off-white boucle with a black undertone. Super soft and this ch...
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Furniture

Materials

Chrome

Warren Platner for Knoll Bronze Stool in Mohair
By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in Dallas, TX
A beautiful stool designed by Warren Platner for Knoll. Stool has been reupholstered in a high quality mustard colored mohair. Stool is bronze and bears Art-Metal Knoll label.
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Eero Saarinen for Knoll Womb Chair is French Boucle
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Dallas, TX
An iconic Eero Saarinen for Knoll womb chair newly upholstered in a very high-quality French bouclé. The colors include yellow/gold, sienna browns and white. This pairs beautifully with one of the Dunbar sofas we have reupholstered in yellow/dijon mohair. Please visit circa20c...
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Furniture

Materials

Metal

Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Armchairs
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Dallas, TX
We have a set of 12 like new Eero Saarinen executive armchairs. These would be wonderful re-upholstered in something for your home or office. Chrome is bright and shiny, foam is very...
Category

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

Materials

Chrome

Pair of 1960s Warren Platner Lounge Chairs in French Boucle'
By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in Dallas, TX
We have a beautiful set of 1960s lounge chairs. Platners first made their debut in 1966. Steel-rod construction with nickel-plate. We have reupholstered in a plush heavily textured a...
Category

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

Materials

Nickel, Metal

Pair of Warren Platner for Knoll Easy Chairs in Blue Mohair
By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in Dallas, TX
Warren Platner's iconic Easy chair for Knoll. We have reupholstered this in a high-quality mohair.
Category

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

Materials

Nickel

Eero Saarinen Executive Armchair in Blue Raf Simons Upholstery
By Eero Saarinen, Raf Simons, Knoll
Located in Dallas, TX
Gorgeous upholstery by Raf Simons. Brightens this chair.
Category

Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Furniture

Materials

Metal

Charles Pfister for Knoll Settee in Pollack Blue Weave Fabric
By Knoll, Charles Pfister
Located in Dallas, TX
Newly upholstered with down cushions a Charles Pfister for Knoll settee in Pollack woven upholstery.
Category

Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Furniture

Materials

Upholstery

Related Items
Warren Platner Easy Lounge Chair for Knoll, 1980s
By Warren Platner, Knoll
Located in Aachen, NW
Early Easy Lounge chair by Warren Platner for Knoll. The groundbreaking Easy chair was designed in the 1960s by Warren Platner and produced by Knoll in the early 1980s. This mid-ce...
Category

Mid-20th Century American Knoll Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

Mid-Century Modern Ludwig Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Krefeld Brown Lounge Chair
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Classic and timeless design authentic Krefeld brown leather lounge chair. Mid-Century Modern was originally Designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe in 1927 for the Esters and Lange residences in Krefeld, Germany. One of the most popular designs of the 20th century a masterpiece that fits seamlessly into any environment. Classic detailing, clean lines and exceptional comfort make the Krefeld lounge appropriate for residential and commercial use. Specifications: Upholstery: Leather, color brown saddle. Cushions are high-density foam with a Dacron top layer. The seat uses coil-spring suspension for enhanced comfort. The back uses dynamic suspension for added flexibility and support. The inner frame is constructed in engineered hardwood and plywood. Legs are ash hardwood in a medium cherry finish. The seat cushion is reversible. Model: 751 Krefeld lounge chair...
Category

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

Materials

Leather, Fabric, Hardwood, Plywood

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

1950s American Space Age Vintage Knoll Furniture

Materials

Metal

Eero Saarinen Tulip Oval Carrara Arabescato Marble Tulip Table for Knoll, 1967
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Vicenza, IT
Tulip oval dining table designed by Eero Saarinen in 1957 and manufactured by Knoll in 1967. Composed of a white lacquered pedestal and a tabletop made of ...
Category

1960s Italian Space Age Vintage Knoll Furniture

Materials

Carrara Marble

Eero Saarinen for Knoll International Tulip Chairs
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Dronten, NL
Classic Tulip dining chairs designed in 1956 by Eero Saarinen for Knoll International. A defining accomplishment of modern design and a timeless addition to your home—a true Classic....
Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

Saarinen Executive Armchairs in Creme Velvet, Gold Edition
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Wilton, CT
Vintage authentic Eero Saarinen's executive arm chair. Completely restored with a touch of gold. We've been restoring Saarinen Executive chairs for years in every fabric one can imag...
Category

1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture

Materials

Steel

Eero Saarinen Tulip Dining Table Marble Knoll International
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Berlin, BE
Beautiful tulip dining table with a beautiful marble top by the famous Designer Eero Saarinen.
Category

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

Materials

Marble, Steel

Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Armchairs in Custom Tan Tweed
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Culver City, CA
One of Knoll's most popular designs for the past 70 years, Eero Saarinen's executive armchair is about as timeless and chic as it gets. This current set of 10 we have available are u...
Category

Early 2000s Mid-Century Modern Knoll Furniture

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rosewood Credenza with Marble Top by Florence Knoll
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Dorchester, MA
This version of Florence Knoll's modernist credenza for Knoll features a gorgeous rosewood case sitting on slender chrome legs and topped with a marble slab that picks up the warmth ...
Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture

Materials

Marble, Chrome

Warren Platner for Knoll Lounge Chair
By Knoll
Located in New York, NY
Sculptural and graceful iconic lounge chair model 1705 by Warren Platner designed in 1962 for Knoll International. Upholstered in luxurious rust ...
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Furniture

Materials

Metal

Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Armchairs in Blue Classic Boucle
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Culver City, CA
Priced Per Chair* One of Knoll's most popular designs for the past 70 years, Eero Saarinen's executive armchair is about as timeless and chic as it gets. This current set of 4 we ha...
Category

Early 2000s Mid-Century Modern Knoll Furniture

Materials

Stainless Steel

Mid-Century Modern Warren Platner Knoll Steel Dining Table with Glass Top
By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Warren Platner Knoll Steel and Glass Dining Table Offered for sale is an original Mid-Century Modern glass top on Steel base dining table by Warren Platner for Knoll, circ...
Category

Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Furniture

Materials

Steel

Previously Available Items
Eero Saarinen for Knoll Armless Executive Chair with Walnut Legs and Boucle
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Dallas, TX
A beautiful set of early Eero Saarinen armless executive chairs with walnut legs. We have completely restored these beautiful chairs by refinishing t...
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Pierre Beucler and Jean-Christophe Poggioli for Knoll Ottomans
By Knoll
Located in Dallas, TX
These ottomans are part of the Lounge Collection by Pierre Beucler and Jean-Christophe Poggioli (Architecture & Associés). The line unites casual comfort with refined elegance and ad...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Knoll Furniture

Materials

Copper

Florence Knoll Rosewood and Calacutta Marble Credenza or Sideboard, 1960s
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Dallas, TX
Florence Knoll's iconic sideboard/credenza in rosewood with calacutta marble top. The sideboard features 4 bays with internal shelving in each bay. Key not available. In beautiful co...
Category

Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Furniture

Materials

Marble, Steel

Warren Platner Bronze Frame Dining Chairs in Donghia Upholstery
By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in Dallas, TX
We have newly upholstered these stunning patinated bronze dining chairs by Warren Platner for Knoll is Donghia upholstery. It is a mustard yellow with a bronze undertone that complem...
Category

Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Eero Saarinen for Knoll Knoll Tulip Table with Black Marble Top and White Base
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Dallas, TX
Classic Knoll tulip side table in Nero Maquina marble top with white base.
Category

20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Furniture

Materials

Marble, Metal

Warren Platner for Knoll Lounge Chair in Green Woven Fabric
By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in Dallas, TX
Beautifully reupholstered, a Warren Platner for Knoll nickel lounge chair in a high-quality heavy textured weave.
Category

Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Furniture

Materials

Nickel

Eero Saarinen for Knoll Tulip Dining Table
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Dallas, TX
Eero Saarinen for Knoll tulip dining table with an ebonized walnut top and white base.
Category

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

Materials

Metal

Mies van der Rohe Stainless Steel Brno Chairs by Knoll in Sabrina Leather
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Dallas, TX
The iconic Brno chair by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll. This is a nearly new set of chairs in high-quality off-white Sabrina leather with arm pads. These are polished stainless steel a...
Category

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

Materials

Stainless Steel

Mies Van Der Rohe Stainless Steel Brno Chairs by Knoll in Off-White Leather
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Dallas, TX
The iconic Brno Chair by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll. This is a nearly new pair of chairs in high-quality off-white Acqua leather with arm pads. These are polished stainless steel as...
Category

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

Materials

Stainless Steel

Warren Platner for Knoll Lounge Chair in Off-White Boucle
By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in Dallas, TX
Beautifully reupholstered, a Warren Platner for Knoll nickel lounge chair in a high-quality off-white boucle.
Category

Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Furniture

Materials

Nickel

Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Chair
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Dallas, TX
Upholstered in stripes by Paul Smith.
Category

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

Materials

Chrome

Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Chair
Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Chair
H 31.5 in W 22.5 in D 20.5 in
Ten Fritz Hansen Series 7 Chairs in Maple, Sold in Pairs
By Knoll, Fritz Hansen
Located in Dallas, TX
A beautiful set, like new, of Fritz Hansen's Series 7 chairs in maple. It has curves in all the right places to make perfectly comfortable.
Category

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

Materials

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 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 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 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.

Recently Viewed

View All