Knoll Seating
Mid-century modern design in America wouldn’t look the way it does without Knoll. The company’s acclaimed seating — lounge chairs, armchairs, office chairs and other furnishings created by a who’s who of designers and by Knoll’s pioneering cofounder, Florence Knoll (1917–2019) — helped define high-rise corporate culture and was rapidly adopted for use in living rooms, where it endures as a timeless favorite all over the world.
“Many of the designs that he had at that time were ones that I did not approve of,” Florence Knoll once recalled of her German-born husband, Hans Knoll (1914–55), the son of German modernist furniture manufacturer Walter Knoll.
A native of Michigan, Florence already had a world-class immersion in design when she met Hans. Orphaned at age 12, she was enrolled at Kingswood School, part of the Cranbrook Academy of Art, which became the go-to school for legends of mid-century design. Florence became very close with Cranbrook head Eliel Saarinen, his wife and their son, Eero. She later studied with Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and worked for Marcel Breuer and Bauhaus school founder Walter Gropius. When Florence married Hans in 1946, he had been at work since 1938 on his own eponymous furniture line in New York City.
With Florence’s design acumen, the Knolls turned the company into a powerhouse of modernist design. The Knoll Planning Unit, created by Florence in the mid-1940s, designed office spaces for the likes of GM and CBS, helping to define the postwar corporate aesthetic.
The department’s small team designed furniture with practicality, efficiency and sleekness in mind, attributes that clearly define furnishings such as Eero Saarinen’s sculptural Executive chair, which was introduced in 1948 as the Model 72 and used for the General Motors Technical Center in Warren, Michigan. (The armed version, which followed in 1950, was also specified for the campus, an architectural project of Saarinen’s.) This seating, as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients, soon became desirable for apartments and houses.
Knoll collaborated with an all-star cast of designers, including Saarinen, whose Womb chair arose from Florence’s request for “a chair that was like a basket full of pillows.” The catalogue includes some of the century’s most recognizable forms: Saarinen’s Tulip chairs, Harry Bertoia’s wire-lattice Diamond chair, the Cyclone table by artist Isamu Noguchi and pieces by Massimo and Lella Vignelli, Jens Risom, Marcel Breuer and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, who granted Knoll exclusive permission to produce his designs. The manufacturer continues to produce the only authorized version of the elegant and oft-copied Barcelona chair, which Mies created in collaboration with designer Lilly Reich, his creative and romantic partner.
By 1950 — when production for Knoll was moved to East Greenville, Pennsylvania — more than one third of the designs in the company’s portfolio were Florence’s own. She thought of her furniture as “meat and potatoes,” mere practicality.
“People ask me if I am a furniture designer,” she once said. “I am not. . . . I designed the fill-in pieces that no one else was doing.” But decades later, her own designs, like the Florence Knoll sofa, with its clean architectural lines, and her Bauhaus-inspired Lounge chair, are icons in their own right.
In 2021, Knoll was acquired by Herman Miller, another legendary American furniture manufacturer that turned a number of designers into mid-century household names. The combined company operates under the name MillerKnoll.
Find a collection of vintage Knoll dining chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs.
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Creator: Knoll
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...
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Mid-20th Century American Knoll Seating
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...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Hardwood, Plywood
2021 Jens Risom for Knoll Risom Side Dining Chair Ebonized Maple & Black Webbing
By Knoll, Jens Risom
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a single Risom dining chair in ebonized maple with black cotton webbing designed by Jens Risom and produced by Knoll. This example was produced in 2021 and came di...
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2010s American Modern Knoll Seating
Materials
Ash
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....
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Aluminum
10 Charles Pollock Executive Desk Chairs for Knoll
By Knoll, Charles Pollock
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of 10 vintage Charles Pollock executive desk chair for Knoll. The ultimate ergonomic, office desk chair designed by this George Nelson apprentice, Charles Pollock. Sold separately.
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Leather
Brno Armchair with Chrome Frame, Knoll Style A Midcentury Masterpiece
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Knoll Brno armchair was designed by Meis van der Rohe in 1930 and is celebrated for its lean profile, clean lines and meticulous attention to detail. These chair are a faithful homag...
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Late 20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating
Materials
Chrome
Saarinen Executive Armchair in Saddle Leather, Swivel Base
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Wilton, CT
We have been restoring Saarinen executive chairs for years in every fabric one can imagine, right in our very own workroom. We’ve restored these chairs using a supple Italian Leather...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating
Materials
Metal
Saarinen Executive Arm Chairs in Emerald Velvet, Gold Edition, Set of 6
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Wilton, CT
We’ve restored this set of 6 Eero Saarinen for Knoll executive chairs using a 100% Cotton Italian Velvet in the color Emerald. Skilled craftsmen h...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Steel
Eero Saarinen Mid-Century Womb Chair & Ottoman by Knoll
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Southampton, NY
This Iconic original Womb Chair and accompanying ottoman is by famed Finnish/ American designer Eero Saarinen and produced by Knoll. The chair and ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating
Materials
Metal
Set of 8 Model 1105 Oak Dining Chairs by Don Pettit for Knoll
By Don Pettit, Knoll
Located in Chicago, IL
This set of eight bentwood oak dining armchairs by Don Pettit for Knoll, circa 1970s, epitomizes the elegance of mid-century modern design. Model 1105 is a testament to the ingenuity...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Oak
Mandarin Chairs by Ettore Sottsass for Knoll (up to 30)
By Ettore Sottsass, Knoll
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Iconic Postmodern Mandarin chairs designed by Ettore Sottsass for Knoll in amazing period Uphostery original and in good condition. Black enamel steel legs and sculptural undulating ...
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1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Steel
1960's Eero Saarinen for Knoll Womb Chair and Ottoman
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A lovely example of the Iconic Womb Chair and Ottoman designed by Eero Saarinen for Knoll. We have had it re-upholstered in a genuine Knoll fabric, Crossroads in a Honey Bee color. T...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Steel
A set of 8 original Spoleto b33 chairs for Knoll, circa 1970s
By Knoll
Located in Houston, TX
A set of 8 original Spoleto b33 chairs for Knoll, circa 1970s. A timeless piece of modern design. Seamless, tubular steel frame with the original cowhide leather. The chairs are stru...
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1970s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Chrome
Knoll Mid-Century Modern Style Sofa
By Knoll
Located in New York, NY
Florence Knoll Mid-Century Modern manner linen upholstered couch, upon four gold-tone metal bracket feet. 31" H x 92" W x 35" D; seat: 19" H.
D...
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21st Century and Contemporary Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating
Materials
Linen, Wood
Florence Knoll for Knoll International Sofa in Blue Upholstery and Steel
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Florence Knoll for Knoll International, sofa, model '67A', steel, fabric, United States, design 1958, production 1960s/70s
This sofa model 67A is designed by Florence Knoll for Knol...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Steel
Pair of Saarinen Executive Armchairs Knoll Mid-Century Modern
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Grand Cayman, KY
Enhance your space with this timeless pair of Mid-Century Organic Modern Executive Armchairs by renowned designer Eero Saarinen for Knoll. These iconic chairs feature a classic 4-leg...
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1960s American Organic Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Metal
Hannah & Morrison for Knoll Grey Sling Sofa, 1970s
By Bruce Hannah & Andrew Morrison, Knoll
Located in London, GB
Designed by Bruce Hannah and Andrew Ivar Morrison for Knoll, this Sling sofa is a fantastic example of 1970s design.
Inspired by sail boats, the Sling sofa features an industrial ...
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1970s Italian Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Fabric
Marcel Breuer for Knoll Cesca Side/Dining Chairs, 1980
By Marcel Breuer, Knoll
Located in Chicago, IL
Marcel Breuer for Knoll Cesca Side/Dining Chairs, 1980. Newly reupholstered green boucle.
6 of the green chairs have sold. We have a large quantity of these chairs. You are welcome t...
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1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Bouclé
Mid-Century Modern Swivel Desk Chair by Andrew Morrison & Bruce Hannah for Knoll
By Bruce Hannah & Andrew Morrison, Knoll
Located in Lafayette, IN
Arguably one of the most elegant desk chair designs from the mid-century era, this Morrison/Hannah design for Knoll Studios is utilitarian sculpture at its best. Chair features a cur...
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1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Aluminum, Chrome
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...
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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Steel
Charles Pollock Desk Chair by Knoll in Burnt Orange
By Knoll, Charles Pollock
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage Charles Pollock for Knoll executive chair in burnt orange leather. This executive desk chair has a tilt and swivel base with adjustable height. Base with all wheels in workin...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating
Materials
Metal
Arm Chair Modell 2001 by Bruce Hannah & Andrew I. Morrison for Knoll Set of 2
By Bruce Hannah & Andrew Morrison, Knoll
Located in Kelkheim (Taunus), HE
Rare large version of the "Model 2001" designed by Bruce Hannah and Andrew Ivar Morrison around 1970.
The two armchairs offered here are upholstered in black leather and come from a...
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1970s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Aluminum
Red Leather 72" Bench by Florence Knoll for Knoll International
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Dronten, NL
What a bold statement! Not the obligatory black leather, this Florence Knoll 72" Bench for Knoll is executed in the most exquisite red spinneybeck leather. Classic Knoll Design, fits...
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Set Of 6 Armchairs Designed By Warren Platner, 1960's
By Warren Platner, Knoll
Located in Madrid, ES
Set of six armchairs designed by Warren Platner for Knoll, composed of a steel structure with welded rods creating curved shapes and upholstered with bouclé white wool.
Table also a...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Steel
Pair Knoll Pfister Black Leather Lounge Chairs, 1980
By Knoll, Charles Pfister
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair Knoll Pfister Black Leather Lounge Chair, 1980. Original black leather is great condition.
Category
1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Leather
Hat Trick Chair and Powerplay Ottoman by Frank Gehry for Knoll
By Frank Gehry, Knoll
Located in TORONTO, CA
2009 production.
Inspired by the surprising strength of the apple crates he played on as a child, Frank Gehry created his thoroughly original collection of bentwood furniture name H...
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Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating
Materials
Maple
Mid century vintage leather sling 657 lounge chair by Charles pollock
By Knoll, Charles Pollock
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Mid century vintage leather sling lounge chair ‘657’ by Charles pollock. Light tan thick hide leather sling with black cushion. Labeled knoll. Go...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Chrome
Set of Six Dining Chairs Designed by Warren Platner for Knoll, 20th Century
By Warren Platner, Knoll
Located in Hamburg, PA
An exquisite set of six dining chairs designed by Warren Platner for Knoll. These iconic dining room chairs would look great in any Contemporary, Transitional, or Traditional interio...
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating
Materials
Steel
Chaise Longue Model 242 by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll International, 1980's
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
The adjustable Model 242 MR Chaise Lounge was designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe in 1927.
This particular example was produced in 1980 by Knoll International in the USA.
The chaise features a high quality white leather channel-upholstered cushion that rests atop a tubular steel frame.
The cushion is attached to the frame with leather strips which wrap around the belting support straps and are secured with snap buttons.
The seamless stainless steel tubular frame is bright and has no damage. The white leather has developed a nice patina. Overall, this chaise is in good condition with light wear. Please see photos.
This Chaise Longue was designed by Mies van der Rohe in 1927 as part of his contribution to the Weissenhof exhibit in Stuttgart, Germany.
The MR Collection represents some of his earliest steel furniture designs. Made of tubular chromed steel and leather, this iconic piece was edited by Knoll International in the 70s.
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.
Their work would help change the face of the American home and office. The Bauhaus Master Marcel Breuer influenced Ludwig Mies van der Rohe's use of tubular steel. This was apparent in his design of the MR Adjustable...
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1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Steel, Chrome
1950s Early Tulip Swivel Chairs by Eero Saarinen for Knoll - a pair
By Knoll, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
Iconic pair of tulip swivel chairs designed by Eero Saarinen for Knoll Associates. These chairs date to the late 1950s and early 1960s as determined by the vertical bow tie label.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Fiberglass
Bent Wood Upholstered Dining Chairs by Bill Stephens for Knoll
By Knoll, Bill Stephens
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful set of bentwood frame dining chairs by Bill Stephens for Knoll. Upholstered in Knoll KT Collection fabric, hop sack slate grey. Crafted with meticulous artistry, these chai...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Fabric, Bentwood
Eero Saarinen for Knoll Drafting Stool Model 77 S of the 70 Series OG Leather
By Knoll
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A rare drafting stool designed by renowned architect and designer Eero Saarinen for Knoll, 1956. Model 77 S of the 70 series. Original light brown leather upholstery with a chrome p...
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1950s American Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Chrome
Harry Bertoia for Knoll Bird Chair & Ottoman with Black Upholstery Original 60s
By Harry Bertoia, Knoll
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
An iconic “Bird Chair” with the matching ottoman by Harry Bertoia for Knoll. Original black upholstery. Early edition, circa 1960s. The high back design is a modern statement but als...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating
Materials
Metal
Vintage Barcelona Chair by Mies van der Rohe Knoll 1960s
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Aachen, NW
This rare Barcelona chair was designed by Mies van der Rohe in 1929 and produced by Knoll in the 1960s.
The piece features an amazing hand dyed black leather upholstery with on a c...
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1960s German Bauhaus Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Stainless Steel
Pair of Mies Van der Rohe MR Lounge Chairs with arms for Knoll, brown suede
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Chicago, IL
A pair of Mr Lounge Chairs with Arms designed my Mies Van Der Rohe for Knoll.
Brown suede seat pad / tubular chrome steel frame
Leather straps
Knoll manufacturer labels dating: Nov ...
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1980s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Chrome
Blue Velvet Executive Chair Charles Pollock for Knoll with Height Tension Knob
By Knoll, George Nelson, Charles Pollock
Located in Chattanooga, TN
I don't think there could be a cooler color / fabric combination Pollock chair in existence. The blue velour looks both original and in exceptional condition. The chrome edge band se...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Stainless Steel
Mid Century White Barcelona Chairs by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Detroit, MI
This pair of vintage mid century modern white Barcelona chairs designed by Mies van der Rohe were manufactured by Knoll International, Inc. circa 1970. This iconic Bauhaus chair orig...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Large Diamond Chair by Harry Bertoia for Knoll, 1970s
By Harry Bertoia, Knoll
Located in Lasne, BE
Armchair in metal and blue fabric by Harry Bertoia. Large Diamond model. Seat height: 39 cm. Wear due to time and age.
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1970s Central American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Metal
Slat Bench by Harry Bertoia for Knoll
By Knoll, Harry Bertoia
Located in Chicago, IL
c. 1970s. Wood slat bench with metal legs. Tagged.
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Metal
1974 Charles Pollock Executive Chair for Knoll
By Knoll, Charles Pollock
Located in Houston, TX
Two incredible Charles Pollock for Knoll executive chairs in a rare cranberry-red mohair, labeled and dated 1974. These are midcentury modern classics, super comfortable and in stell...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Chrome
Chaise Longue Model 242 by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll International, 1980's
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in London, GB
The adjustable Model 242 MR Chaise Lounge was designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe in 1927.
Produced in 1980 by Knoll International in the USA, with Brown leather and a chrome steel ...
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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Chrome
Preben Fabricius , Lounge Chair, Conversation chair, model 710
By Jørgen Kastholm & Preben Fabricius, Knoll
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Preben Fabricius lounge chair in black aniline leather, original leather upholstery.
Frame of dark chromed steel.
Model 710, made by Walter Knoll.
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Chrome
A pair of vintage caramel tan Barcelona chairs by Knoll, circa 1970s
By Knoll
Located in Houston, TX
One of the most recognized objects of the last century, and an icon of the modern movement, the Barcelona Chair. Available now, a pair of vintage caramel tan Barcelona chairs designe...
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1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Stainless Steel
Pair of Florence Knoll lounge chairs for Knoll International
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Langemark-Poelkapelle, BE
Pair of Florence Knoll lounge chairs designed in 1954 for the Lounge collection by Florence Knoll Bassett for Knoll International.
New cognac-colored upholstery!
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Late 20th Century Belgian Knoll Seating
Materials
Chrome
Executive Chair by Charles Pollock for Knoll
By Knoll, Charles Pollock
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Charles Pollock for Knoll office desk chair featuring brown leather upholstery. When you think of the perfect Pollock chair this one probably comes to mind. This executive office cha...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating
Materials
Metal
Early Womb chair by Eero Saarinen
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Brussels, BE
The Womb Chair, designed by Eero Saarinen and produced by Knoll in the 1950s, is a icon of mid-century design. Its curves and form redefine comfort, offering relaxation in any space....
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Fabric
Ludwig Mies Van Der Rohe Red Barcelona Lounge Chair for Knoll, 1972, Set of 2
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Vicenza, IT
Set of 2 Barcelona lounge chair, designed by Ludwig Mies Van der Rohe in 1929 and manufactured by Knoll International in 1972.
Made of chromed steel and leather.
Excellent vintage co...
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1970s Italian Bauhaus Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Chrome
Pr. Vintage Saarinen for Knoll Executive Chairs c. 1960/70's
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in New York, NY
Pair of iconic Mid Century architectural design, from recognized master of the genre, Eero Saarinen. The Executive Arm Chair is considered to be one of the most important pieces to ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating
Materials
Steel
Pair of Warren Platner Mid Century Modern Lounge Chairs for Knoll C1965
By Warren Platner, Knoll
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fantastic pair of Mid Century Modern Sculptural Lounge Chairs by Warren Platner for Knoll International. C1965 chairs which have a table pictured but not included and am ottoman also...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Early Midcentury Florence Knoll Bench 36''
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
For your consideration is this exceptional midcentury bench featuring tufted cushions on a chrome frame. The height is 17 inches and the depth is 18 inches. The total length is 3 fee...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating
Materials
Chrome
Eero Saarinen Knoll Studio Set of Four (4) Mid Century Classic Tulip Armchairs
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A superb set of four (4) swivel armchairs of recent vintage, made by KnollStudio. Tagged under seat cushion. Metal labels underneath base. Dimensions: H 32" x W 26" x D 24" x SH 19" ...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating
Materials
Aluminum
Mid-Century Knoll Spoleto Chairs 1970s Set of 4
By Knoll, Marcel Breuer
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Knoll Spoleto chairs. Marcel Breuer designed the B33 chair in 1927, it is based on the cantilever principle (cantilevered), in the same spirit as t...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating
Materials
Chrome
Rare Early Eero Saarinen Womb Chair and Ottoman, Knoll, USA, 1950s
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in London, GB
A rare early production Eero Saarinen womb chairsand ottoman, made by Knoll, USA, 1950s. Fibreglass, black enameled steel frames and first edition feet / glides. Newly upholstered i...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating
Materials
Steel
Properly Restored Early Production Eero Saarinen Grasshopper Chair for Knoll
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Ferndale, MI
Eero Saarinen's "Grasshopper " chair model 61 was the first lounge chair he designed for Knoll in the late 1940s before designing the Womb chair . Responding to what he saw as the r...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating
Materials
Fabric, Maple
Set of 8 Knoll Black Leather Flat Bar Brno Chairs by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fantastic set of 8 flat bar Brno chairs designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe in the twenties. Currently made and produced by Knoll Studio. All 8 are signed on the undersides of the c...
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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel, Chrome
Mies Van Der Rohe for Knoll Brown Barcelona Leather Chair Mid Century Modern
By Knoll
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
Experience the epitome of timeless elegance with this authentic Mid Century Modern Barcelona Chair, designed by Mies Van Der Rohe for Knoll. Crafted with sumptuous brown leather and ...
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating
Materials
Stainless Steel
Gae Aulenti, Set of 6 "Orsay" Chairs for Knoll International, 1970s
By Knoll, Gae Aulenti
Located in Paris, FR
Nice set of 6 "Orsay" chairs designed by Gae Aulenti produced by Knoll International in Italy. Circa 1970s.
New upholstery.
Dark brown lacquered metal feet.
Good vintage condition o...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Metal
Pair of Vintage Charles Pfister for Knoll Leather Cube Chairs
By Knoll, Charles Pfister
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of cube lounge / club chairs designed in 1971 by Charles Pfister for Knoll retaining their original 'eggplant' leather and ebonized steel block feet. Nicely proportioned design ...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Steel
Knoll seating for sale on 1stDibs
Knoll Seats are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive objects are frequently made of metal and designed with extraordinary care. In our collection of Knoll seating, there are many options to choose from, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. In stock are 600 vintage editions of these items, while there are 3 modern editions to choose from as well. Many of the original Knoll seating was created in the Mid-Century Modern style in North America during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional seating, many customers also consider seating by Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller and Milo Baughman. Knoll seating prices can vary depending on size, time period and other attributes. Price for these items starts at $295 and tops out at $54,000, while pieces like these can sell for $3,999 on average.
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Questions About Knoll Seating
- 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.
- 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 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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 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 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 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022No, 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.