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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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Gae Aulenti 4x Lounge Chairs by Knoll, Black Steel, Leather Cushions
Gae Aulenti 4x Lounge Chairs by Knoll, Black Steel, Leather Cushions

Gae Aulenti 4x Lounge Chairs by Knoll, Black Steel, Leather Cushions

$5,800 / set

Gae Aulenti 4x Lounge Chairs by Knoll, Black Steel, Leather Cushions

By Knoll, Gae Aulenti

Located in Vienna, AT

Collectors set of 2x two Gae Aulenti for Knoll International lounge chairs-Priced as a pair This set of two times two lounge armchairs is constructed of black lacquered steel frames...

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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

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Steel

Set of Four Mies Van Der Rohe designed Knoll Dining Chairs c. 1981
Set of Four Mies Van Der Rohe designed Knoll Dining Chairs c. 1981

Set of Four Mies Van Der Rohe designed Knoll Dining Chairs c. 1981

$4,000 / set

Set of Four Mies Van Der Rohe designed Knoll Dining Chairs c. 1981

By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll

Located in New York, NY

Exceptional set of four Ludwig Mies Van der Rohe designed dining chairs ( 3 MR 10 & 1 MR 20 ), made by Knoll circa 1981. These iconic chairs feature cantilevered tubular chrome fram...

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Late 20th Century American Bauhaus Knoll Seating

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Chrome

Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Armchair with Wood Legs - All Original - Blue
Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Armchair with Wood Legs - All Original - Blue

Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Armchair with Wood Legs - All Original - Blue

$820

Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Armchair with Wood Legs - All Original - Blue

By Knoll, Eero Saarinen

Located in Decatur, GA

All-Original Eero Saarinen Executive Armchair in Blue Upholstery with Wood Legs, for Knoll circa 1960s A timeless mid-century modern executive armchair designed by Eero Saarinen for...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Fabric, Bentwood

Post Modern Design by Ettore Sottsass for Knoll Set East Side Lounge Club Chairs
Post Modern Design by Ettore Sottsass for Knoll Set East Side Lounge Club Chairs

Post Modern Design by Ettore Sottsass for Knoll Set East Side Lounge Club Chairs

$4,064 / item

Post Modern Design by Ettore Sottsass for Knoll Set East Side Lounge Club Chairs

By Knoll, Ettore Sottsass

Located in Antwerp, BE

Post Modern Design Iconic 1980s lounge chairs featured with original soft leather upholstery in high quality of leather in the colors grey, black seat and aubergine red, designed by ...

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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Chrome

Pair Of Marcel Breuer For Knoll Original Cognac Leather Wassily Chairs
Pair Of Marcel Breuer For Knoll Original Cognac Leather Wassily Chairs

Pair Of Marcel Breuer For Knoll Original Cognac Leather Wassily Chairs

$5,600 / set

Pair Of Marcel Breuer For Knoll Original Cognac Leather Wassily Chairs

By Knoll

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

An icon of Bauhaus design, this pair of original Wassily chairs by Marcel Breuer for Knoll showcases the perfect balance of industrial innovation and refined craftsmanship. Designed ...

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

Materials

Chrome

Eero Saarinen Womb Chair by Knoll
Eero Saarinen Womb Chair by Knoll

Eero Saarinen Womb Chair by Knoll

$2,450

Eero Saarinen Womb Chair by Knoll

By Knoll, Eero Saarinen

Located in Jensen Beach, FL

Iconic Womb chair designed by Eero Saarinen.

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21st Century and Contemporary Knoll Seating

Materials

Chrome

Set of Four Platner Armchairs by Warren Platner for Knoll, Steel, Velvet, 1960s
Set of Four Platner Armchairs by Warren Platner for Knoll, Steel, Velvet, 1960s

Set of Four Platner Armchairs by Warren Platner for Knoll, Steel, Velvet, 1960s

$16,387 / set

Set of Four Platner Armchairs by Warren Platner for Knoll, Steel, Velvet, 1960s

By Warren Platner, Knoll

Located in Glasgow, GB

This set of four Platner armchairs by Warren Platner for Knoll, designed in the 1960s, represents a defining example of American mid-century modern design. Each chair is constructed ...

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

Materials

Steel

Midcentury Barcelona Chair in Special Order Stainless Steel
Midcentury Barcelona Chair in Special Order Stainless Steel

Midcentury Barcelona Chair in Special Order Stainless Steel

$4,750 / item

Midcentury Barcelona Chair in Special Order Stainless Steel

By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe

Located in BROOKLYN, NY

Authentic Midcentury Modern Barcelona Chair by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll – Premium Stainless Steel Version Offered for sale is an iconic Barcelona Chair, designed by Ludwig Mies ...

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating

Materials

Stainless Steel

Mid century Vintage Bastiano Rosewood tan leather long sofa Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Mid century Vintage Bastiano Rosewood tan leather long sofa Afra & Tobia Scarpa

Mid century Vintage Bastiano Rosewood tan leather long sofa Afra & Tobia Scarpa

$8,000Sale Price|20% Off

Mid century Vintage Bastiano Rosewood tan leather long sofa Afra & Tobia Scarpa

By Knoll, Gavina, Afra & Tobia Scarpa

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Mid century Vintage Bastiano 3 seat long low sofa with a rosewood frame and Original tan leather cushions. All straps are original and functional the frame has a beautiful rosewood w...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Brass

Vintage Mid Century "Model 654" Leather Chair and Ottoman by Jens Risom
Vintage Mid Century "Model 654" Leather Chair and Ottoman by Jens Risom

Vintage Mid Century "Model 654" Leather Chair and Ottoman by Jens Risom

$4,499

Vintage Mid Century "Model 654" Leather Chair and Ottoman by Jens Risom

By Jens Risom, Knoll

Located in Oxnard, CA

Here is an early Model 654 chair with accompanying ottoman by Jens Risom for Knoll Associates, 1941. This example in its original leather strapping is a patina lover's dream. The s...

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

Materials

Leather, Birch

Vintage 1970s Barcelona Lounge Chairs Set of 2 by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll
Vintage 1970s Barcelona Lounge Chairs Set of 2 by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll

Vintage 1970s Barcelona Lounge Chairs Set of 2 by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll

$6,479 / set

Vintage 1970s Barcelona Lounge Chairs Set of 2 by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll

By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe

Located in Antwerp, BE

This rare set of Barcelona chairs was designed by Architect Mies van der Rohe and Designer Lily Reich in 1929 and produced by Knoll International in the 70s labeled The Barcelona ch...

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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Stainless Steel, Chrome

Vintage Florence Knoll Sofa in Original Woven Ivory Wool with Bronze Base 1960s
Vintage Florence Knoll Sofa in Original Woven Ivory Wool with Bronze Base 1960s

Vintage Florence Knoll Sofa in Original Woven Ivory Wool with Bronze Base 1960s

$10,000

Vintage Florence Knoll Sofa in Original Woven Ivory Wool with Bronze Base 1960s

By Florence Knoll, Knoll

Located in Dallas, TX

Elegant three-seat sofa designed by Florence Knoll for Knoll Associates, circa 1960s. Upholstered in its original heavy weave textured ivory wool fabric, the sofa features Florence K...

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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating

Materials

Bronze

Green Leather Barcelona Chair by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe for Knoll
Green Leather Barcelona Chair by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe for Knoll

Green Leather Barcelona Chair by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe for Knoll

$7,657 / item

Green Leather Barcelona Chair by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe for Knoll

By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe

Located in Hagenbach, DE

Green Leather Barcelona Chair by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe for Knoll 4 Pieces Available Measurements : Height: 78 cm Width: 70 cm Depth: 70 cm Seat Height : 45 cm Please do not he...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating

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Chrome

Charles Pollock for Knoll International Model 1258 Swivel Tilt Desk Chairs, 1965
Charles Pollock for Knoll International Model 1258 Swivel Tilt Desk Chairs, 1965

Charles Pollock for Knoll International Model 1258 Swivel Tilt Desk Chairs, 1965

$1,400 / set

Charles Pollock for Knoll International Model 1258 Swivel Tilt Desk Chairs, 1965

By Charles Cecil Pollock, Charles Pollock, Knoll

Located in Chicago, IL

Charles Pollock for Knoll International Model 1258 Swivel Tilt Desk Chairs, 1965 Iconic executive chair designed by Charles Pollock for Knoll International, model 1258. A hallmark of...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Chrome

Bacelona Daybed, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll, Early 2000s
Bacelona Daybed, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll, Early 2000s

Bacelona Daybed, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll, Early 2000s

$14,962

Bacelona Daybed, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll, Early 2000s

By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll

Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa

Barcelona daybed, design Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, manufactured by Knoll, Early 2000s. Mahogany frame, leather upholstery. Steel legs. Marked. Good vintage condition, minor patina co...

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Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating

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Steel

Florence Knoll for Knoll International Sofa in Blue Upholstery and Steel
Florence Knoll for Knoll International Sofa in Blue Upholstery and Steel

Florence Knoll for Knoll International Sofa in Blue Upholstery and Steel

$3,300

Florence Knoll for Knoll International Sofa in Blue Upholstery and Steel

By Knoll, Florence 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

Vintage Settee by Warren Platner for Knoll
Vintage Settee by Warren Platner for Knoll

Vintage Settee by Warren Platner for Knoll

$8,000

Vintage Settee by Warren Platner for Knoll

By Warren Platner, Knoll

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Vintage wire frame settee in original green fabric designed by Warren Planter for Knoll. Designed in 1966, this sofa exemplifies Platner’s visionary approach to blending form and fun...

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

Materials

Steel

American Mid Century Modern Knoll Stool by Jens Risom
American Mid Century Modern Knoll Stool by Jens Risom

American Mid Century Modern Knoll Stool by Jens Risom

$675 / item

American Mid Century Modern Knoll Stool by Jens Risom

By Knoll, Jens Risom

Located in San Diego, CA

Whimsical versatyle solid wood stool designed by Jens Risom for Knoll Studio retains label , good solid construction nice patina . Shows small stain we are going to try to fix it .

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating

Materials

Birch

Superb Mid Century Modern Pfister Cube sofa by Knoll in Parchment Leather
Superb Mid Century Modern Pfister Cube sofa by Knoll in Parchment Leather

Superb Mid Century Modern Pfister Cube sofa by Knoll in Parchment Leather

$6,000 / item

Superb Mid Century Modern Pfister Cube sofa by Knoll in Parchment Leather

By Charles Pfister, Knoll

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Mid-Century Modern Vintage all original Knoll cube 3 seat sofa. Simple cubist form with clean lines, set atop a seemingly floating base that are characteristic of Knoll's design aest...

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

Materials

Steel

Mid-century Wassily Chair by Knoll International c.1959-1970
Mid-century Wassily Chair by Knoll International c.1959-1970

Mid-century Wassily Chair by Knoll International c.1959-1970

$3,395

Mid-century Wassily Chair by Knoll International c.1959-1970

By Knoll, Marcel Breuer

Located in San Francisco, CA

ABOUT This vintage mid-century modern brown Wassily arm chair designed by Marcel Breuer was manufactured by Knoll International circa 1960. This chair ...

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

Materials

Chrome

Mid-Century Modern Slipper Lounge Chair by Jens Risom for Knoll
Mid-Century Modern Slipper Lounge Chair by Jens Risom for Knoll

Mid-Century Modern Slipper Lounge Chair by Jens Risom for Knoll

$1,840

Mid-Century Modern Slipper Lounge Chair by Jens Risom for Knoll

By Knoll, Jens Risom

Located in San Diego, CA

A classic strapped slipper lounge chair designed by Jens Risom and produced by Knoll Studio. The chair features blonde wood framing with dark gray straps. Very clean and ready to use...

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating

Materials

Wood

Warren Platner for Knoll Easy Chair
Warren Platner for Knoll Easy Chair

Warren Platner for Knoll Easy Chair

$11,000

Warren Platner for Knoll Easy Chair

By Warren Platner, Knoll

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Warren Platner for Knoll, easy chair and ottoman, model '1705', steel, fabric, United States, design ca. 1962, production later. This iconic lounge chair by Warren Platner is create...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Steel

4 Vintage Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Knoll, MR50 BRNO leather dining chairs
4 Vintage Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Knoll, MR50 BRNO leather dining chairs

4 Vintage Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Knoll, MR50 BRNO leather dining chairs

$3,769Sale Price / set|20% Off

4 Vintage Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Knoll, MR50 BRNO leather dining chairs

By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe

Located in Highclere, Newbury

A set of 4 vintage Mies van der Rohe Knoll, MR50 BRNO tubular satin chrome and dark burgundy leather dining chairs. The price listed is for the 4 chairs as shown. Designed by Ludwig...

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1990s Italian Bauhaus Knoll Seating

Materials

Chrome

American Mid Century Modern Knoll Stool by Jens Risom
American Mid Century Modern Knoll Stool by Jens Risom

American Mid Century Modern Knoll Stool by Jens Risom

$875 / item

American Mid Century Modern Knoll Stool by Jens Risom

By Knoll, Jens Risom

Located in San Diego, CA

Whimsical versatyle solid wood stool designed by Jens Risom for Knoll Studio retains label , good solid construction nice patina .

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating

Materials

Birch

Frank Gehry for Knoll "Hat Trick" Armchair
Frank Gehry for Knoll "Hat Trick" Armchair

Frank Gehry for Knoll "Hat Trick" Armchair

$1,720Sale Price|20% Off

Frank Gehry for Knoll "Hat Trick" Armchair

By Knoll, Frank Gehry

Located in Skokie, IL

Frank Gehry for Knoll "Hat Trick" Armchair The iconic "Hat Trick" chair was designed by Frank Gehry for Knoll International. Constructed of hard white maple veneers in 5cm wide, 1mm...

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1990s American Post-Modern Knoll Seating

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Maple, Plywood

1970s Marcel Breuer B33 for Knoll Bauhaus Design Chairs, Set of 4
1970s Marcel Breuer B33 for Knoll Bauhaus Design Chairs, Set of 4

1970s Marcel Breuer B33 for Knoll Bauhaus Design Chairs, Set of 4

$7,657

1970s Marcel Breuer B33 for Knoll Bauhaus Design Chairs, Set of 4

By Knoll, Marcel Breuer

Located in Brescia, IT

Marcel Breuer B33 chairs, pair Knoll International Italy / USA, c. 1970 Chrome-plated steel Fabric Seat Ufficio Tecnico 1971 Ufficio Tecnico, Knoll International's in-house team of engineers and designers, introduced the award-winning Spoleto chair...

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1970s Italian Bauhaus Vintage Knoll Seating

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Metal

Pair of Knoll Mies van der Rohe leather on chrome Barcelona chairs
Pair of Knoll Mies van der Rohe leather on chrome Barcelona chairs

Pair of Knoll Mies van der Rohe leather on chrome Barcelona chairs

$6,500 / set

Pair of Knoll Mies van der Rohe leather on chrome Barcelona chairs

By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll

Located in Ferndale, MI

Mies van der Rohe designed Barcelona chair has been produced by Knoll since 1940s . These chairs are of later 20th century production . Signed Knoll in the frame on right rear leg . ...

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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating

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Chrome

Warren Platner for Knoll Mid Century Dining Chairs - Pair
Warren Platner for Knoll Mid Century Dining Chairs - Pair

Warren Platner for Knoll Mid Century Dining Chairs - Pair

$6,495 / set

Warren Platner for Knoll Mid Century Dining Chairs - Pair

By Knoll, Warren Platner

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Warren Platner for Knoll Mid Century Dining Chairs - Pair Each chair measures: 28.5 wide x 22 deep x 29.5 inches high, with a seat height of 18.5 and arm height/chair clearance of 2...

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

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Metal

Pair of Vintage Mid-Century Modern Black Leather Wassily Lounge Chairs for Knoll
Pair of Vintage Mid-Century Modern Black Leather Wassily Lounge Chairs for Knoll

Pair of Vintage Mid-Century Modern Black Leather Wassily Lounge Chairs for Knoll

$3,600Sale Price / set|20% Off

Pair of Vintage Mid-Century Modern Black Leather Wassily Lounge Chairs for Knoll

By Stendig Co., Marcel Breuer, Knoll

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Pair of Vintage Mid-Century Modern Black leather wassily lounge chairs for Knoll. The Wassily lounge chair was designed by Marcel Breuer in Black full leather. Has flat caps on the e...

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

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Steel, Chrome

Set of 6 Tulip Armchairs by Eero Saarinen for Knoll, plumb upholstery, 1960's
Set of 6 Tulip Armchairs by Eero Saarinen for Knoll, plumb upholstery, 1960's

Set of 6 Tulip Armchairs by Eero Saarinen for Knoll, plumb upholstery, 1960's

$7,400 / set

Set of 6 Tulip Armchairs by Eero Saarinen for Knoll, plumb upholstery, 1960's

By Eero Saarinen, Knoll

Located in Chicago, IL

Eero Saarinen Tulip armchairs, with plumb upholstery. Knoll Associates, 1960's Set of 6 chairs Manufacturer "320 Park Avenue" labels attached underneath cushions, which dates back t...

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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

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Fiberglass

Black Leather Knoll Desk Chair designed by Charles Pollock
Black Leather Knoll Desk Chair designed by Charles Pollock

Black Leather Knoll Desk Chair designed by Charles Pollock

$1,850 / item

Black Leather Knoll Desk Chair designed by Charles Pollock

By Charles Pollock, Knoll

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Classic black leather desk chair by Charles Pollock and manufactured by Knoll. Executed in black leather and steel base. No tears or missing buttons or screws. Leather in good condit...

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating

Materials

Metal

Florence Knoll Cream Leather Love Seat Sofa With Chrome Base
Florence Knoll Cream Leather Love Seat Sofa With Chrome Base

Florence Knoll Cream Leather Love Seat Sofa With Chrome Base

$4,800

Florence Knoll Cream Leather Love Seat Sofa With Chrome Base

By Knoll, Florence Knoll

Located in Bensalem, PA

Amazing condition, cream leather sofa by Florence Knoll please look at video and pictures for overall detail. Please feel free to reach out with any questions.

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Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating

Materials

Chrome

Set of 6 Harry Bertoia for Knoll International Black Wire Dining Chairs, 1970s
Set of 6 Harry Bertoia for Knoll International Black Wire Dining Chairs, 1970s

Set of 6 Harry Bertoia for Knoll International Black Wire Dining Chairs, 1970s

$2,240Sale Price / set|20% Off

Set of 6 Harry Bertoia for Knoll International Black Wire Dining Chairs, 1970s

By Harry Bertoia, Knoll

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This set of six wire dining chairs, designed by Harry Bertoia for Knoll, represents one of the most iconic and enduring designs of mid-century modern furniture. Introduced in the ear...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

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Metal

Ettore Sottsass Memphis Knoll 80s Eastside Two Sofas +1 Lounge Chair, SET 3 PCS
Ettore Sottsass Memphis Knoll 80s Eastside Two Sofas +1 Lounge Chair, SET 3 PCS

Ettore Sottsass Memphis Knoll 80s Eastside Two Sofas +1 Lounge Chair, SET 3 PCS

$11,769 / set

Ettore Sottsass Memphis Knoll 80s Eastside Two Sofas +1 Lounge Chair, SET 3 PCS

By Knoll, Ettore Sottsass

Located in Basel, BS

The Eastside sofa and chair are quintessential pieces of 1980s postmodern design from Ettore Sottsass, the founder of Memphis. The Eastside collection takes cues from Biedermeier st...

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1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

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Metal, Aluminum

(6) Green Velvet Knoll + Thonet Chrome Brno Cantilevered Chairs
(6) Green Velvet Knoll + Thonet Chrome Brno Cantilevered Chairs

(6) Green Velvet Knoll + Thonet Chrome Brno Cantilevered Chairs

$3,278 / set

(6) Green Velvet Knoll + Thonet Chrome Brno Cantilevered Chairs

By Thonet, Knoll

Located in Round Top, TX

Set of six, nicely upholstered, deep emerald green cantilevered, tubular chrome "Brno" chairs. This set is comprised of two, tagged Knoll production chairs and four tagged Thonet pro...

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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating

Materials

Chrome

Robert Venturi Sheraton chair for Knoll Postmodern 80s
Robert Venturi Sheraton chair for Knoll Postmodern 80s

Robert Venturi Sheraton chair for Knoll Postmodern 80s

$8,500

Robert Venturi Sheraton chair for Knoll Postmodern 80s

By Robert Venturi, Knoll

Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo

Robert Venturi chair for knoll Model: Sheraton Silkscreen printed pattern on black plywood. Rare model in famous Venturi's chairs in Knoll collection.  

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1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Plywood

Marcel Breuer Red Canvas Wassily Lounge Chair by Knoll Studio
Marcel Breuer Red Canvas Wassily Lounge Chair by Knoll Studio

Marcel Breuer Red Canvas Wassily Lounge Chair by Knoll Studio

$4,005

Marcel Breuer Red Canvas Wassily Lounge Chair by Knoll Studio

By Knoll, Marcel Breuer

Located in Vilnius, LT

Wassily lounge chair, designed by Marcel Breuer, circa 1925. In red canvas upholstery, chromed steel tube frame. Marked/stamped on the metal frame: KnollStudio with Marcel Breuer sig...

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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating

Materials

Chrome

Five Harry Bertoia Chrome Wire Dining Chairs by Knoll
Five Harry Bertoia Chrome Wire Dining Chairs by Knoll

Five Harry Bertoia Chrome Wire Dining Chairs by Knoll

$3,000 / set

Five Harry Bertoia Chrome Wire Dining Chairs by Knoll

By Knoll, Harry Bertoia

Located in San Mateo, CA

Set of five Harry Bertoia side chairs manufactured by Knoll. These chairs date to around 1970. They have a chrome finish. The chairs have black vinyl seat pads. The pads are Knoll re...

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

Materials

Chrome

Pair of Vintage Mid-Century Modern Brown Leather Wassily lounge Chairs for Knoll
Pair of Vintage Mid-Century Modern Brown Leather Wassily lounge Chairs for Knoll

Pair of Vintage Mid-Century Modern Brown Leather Wassily lounge Chairs for Knoll

$3,600Sale Price / set|20% Off

Pair of Vintage Mid-Century Modern Brown Leather Wassily lounge Chairs for Knoll

By Knoll, Marcel Breuer, Stendig Co.

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Pair of Vintage Mid-Century Modern brown leather wassily lounge chairs for Knoll. The Wassily lounge chair was designed by Marcel Breuer in Dark Brown full leather. Has flat caps on ...

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

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Chrome

Eero Saarinen Womb Chair and Ottoman in Zebra
Eero Saarinen Womb Chair and Ottoman in Zebra

Eero Saarinen Womb Chair and Ottoman in Zebra

$17,800 / set

Eero Saarinen Womb Chair and Ottoman in Zebra

By Knoll, Eero Saarinen

Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO

We have an incredible collection of vintage chairs and design icons waiting for a new life. Please allow 10-12 weeks for re-upholstery and restoration of a vintage Womb Chair and Ott...

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating

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Black Leather Knoll Desk Chair designed by Charles Pollock
Black Leather Knoll Desk Chair designed by Charles Pollock

Black Leather Knoll Desk Chair designed by Charles Pollock

$1,999 / item

Black Leather Knoll Desk Chair designed by Charles Pollock

By Charles Pollock, Knoll

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Classic black leather desk chair by Charles Pollock and manufactured by Knoll. Executed in black leather and steel base. No tears or missing buttons or screws. Leather in good condit...

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating

Materials

Metal

Post Modern Sofa by Robert and Trix Haussmann for Knoll 1980's
Post Modern Sofa by Robert and Trix Haussmann for Knoll 1980's

Post Modern Sofa by Robert and Trix Haussmann for Knoll 1980's

$2,600

Post Modern Sofa by Robert and Trix Haussmann for Knoll 1980's

By Knoll, Robert and Trix Haussmann

Located in New York, NY

Exceptional Post Modern sofa designed by Robert and Trix Haussmann for Knoll as part of The Lounge Seating series, circa 1980's. The upholstered box form sofa rests on an aluminum ...

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Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Knoll Seating

Materials

Aluminum

Set of Six Ettore Sottsass for Knoll 'Mandarin' Dining Chairs in Memphis & Navy
Set of Six Ettore Sottsass for Knoll 'Mandarin' Dining Chairs in Memphis & Navy

Set of Six Ettore Sottsass for Knoll 'Mandarin' Dining Chairs in Memphis & Navy

$5,500 / set

Set of Six Ettore Sottsass for Knoll 'Mandarin' Dining Chairs in Memphis & Navy

By Knoll, Ettore Sottsass

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Designed by Italian architect Ettore Sottsass, this set of chairs was manufactured by Knoll, resulting in extraordinary quality. Featuring a sculptural ribbon style main body, they r...

Category

1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Enamel, Steel

Pair of Harry Bertoia for Knoll 2016 Chrome Diamond Chairs with Seat Covers
Pair of Harry Bertoia for Knoll 2016 Chrome Diamond Chairs with Seat Covers

Pair of Harry Bertoia for Knoll 2016 Chrome Diamond Chairs with Seat Covers

$2,200 / set

Pair of Harry Bertoia for Knoll 2016 Chrome Diamond Chairs with Seat Covers

By Knoll, Harry Bertoia

Located in St. Louis, MO

Pair of classic Bertoia small chrome diamond lounge chairs, originally designed by Harry Bertoia in 1952. These are a more recent production by Knoll, made in the USA, circa 2016. Th...

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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Pair of Knoll Barcelona Chairs by Mies Van Der Rohe
Pair of Knoll Barcelona Chairs by Mies Van Der Rohe

Pair of Knoll Barcelona Chairs by Mies Van Der Rohe

$8,000 / set

Pair of Knoll Barcelona Chairs by Mies Van Der Rohe

By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe

Located in San Mateo, CA

Pair of Barcelona chairs manufactured by Knoll. These have a polished stainless steel frame with tan or saddle colored leather. These were purchased in the 1970's. The chair frames s...

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1970s American International Style Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Stainless Steel

Executive Conference Chair Armless
Executive Conference Chair Armless

Executive Conference Chair Armless

$1,178

Executive Conference Chair Armless

By Eero Saarinen, Knoll

Located in Forest, BE

Designed by Eero Saarinen in the early 1950s, the Executive Conference Chair reflects the designer’s innovative approach to modern furniture. Its softly curved silhouette and invitin...

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1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Fabric, Beads

Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Armchair with Wood Legs - All Original
Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Armchair with Wood Legs - All Original

Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Armchair with Wood Legs - All Original

$820

Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Armchair with Wood Legs - All Original

By Knoll, Eero Saarinen

Located in Decatur, GA

All-Original Eero Saarinen Executive Armchair in red Upholstery with Bentwood Legs, for Knoll circa 1960s A timeless mid-century modern executive armchair designed by Eero Saarinen ...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Fabric, Bentwood

Forsyth Bespoke Eero Saarinen Womb Chair and Ottoman in Shearling
Forsyth Bespoke Eero Saarinen Womb Chair and Ottoman in Shearling

Forsyth Bespoke Eero Saarinen Womb Chair and Ottoman in Shearling

$16,800 / set

Forsyth Bespoke Eero Saarinen Womb Chair and Ottoman in Shearling

By Knoll, Eero Saarinen

Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO

Lead Time: Please allow 10 to 12 weeks to restore a vintage Womb Chair and Ottoman in Shearling. "Eero Saarinen designed the groundbreaking Wom...

Category

2010s American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating

Materials

Sheepskin

Set of 6 Gae Aulenti for Knoll International 'Orsay' Dining Chairs 1984, Signed
Set of 6 Gae Aulenti for Knoll International 'Orsay' Dining Chairs 1984, Signed

Set of 6 Gae Aulenti for Knoll International 'Orsay' Dining Chairs 1984, Signed

$7,600Sale Price / set|20% Off

Set of 6 Gae Aulenti for Knoll International 'Orsay' Dining Chairs 1984, Signed

By Gae Aulenti, Knoll

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This striking set of six (6) 'Orsay' dining chairs was designed by Gae Aulenti for Knoll International, one of the most respected producers of modern design in the twentieth century....

Category

1980s American Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Steel

Warren Platner for Knoll Nickel Finish and Fabric Stool, circa 1980s
Warren Platner for Knoll Nickel Finish and Fabric Stool, circa 1980s

Warren Platner for Knoll Nickel Finish and Fabric Stool, circa 1980s

$1,200

Warren Platner for Knoll Nickel Finish and Fabric Stool, circa 1980s

By Knoll, Warren Platner

Located in Oakland, CA

Architect Warren Platner designed stool constructed of nickel-plated steel and fabric for Knoll. Hand crafted by Matricola of Italy for Knoll, the frame is resist welded and the plat...

Category

1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Steel, Nickel

Forsyth Bespoke Womb Chair and Ottoman in New Zealand Sheepskin, Smokey Taupe
Forsyth Bespoke Womb Chair and Ottoman in New Zealand Sheepskin, Smokey Taupe

Forsyth Bespoke Womb Chair and Ottoman in New Zealand Sheepskin, Smokey Taupe

$14,800 / set

Forsyth Bespoke Womb Chair and Ottoman in New Zealand Sheepskin, Smokey Taupe

By Knoll, Eero Saarinen

Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO

A favorite of the Forsyth design team! We have an incredible collection of vintage chairs and design icons waiting for a new life. Our upcycled womb chairs are some of our most po...

Category

2010s American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating

Materials

Sheepskin

Tulip Chair by Eero Saarinen for Knoll International - 1960s
Tulip Chair by Eero Saarinen for Knoll International - 1960s

Tulip Chair by Eero Saarinen for Knoll International - 1960s

$565Sale Price|20% Off

Tulip Chair by Eero Saarinen for Knoll International - 1960s

By Knoll, Eero Saarinen

Located in Debrecen, HU

Two of the six available chairs are swivel models. All pieces are original; however, the chair tops were refinished at some point. Designed by Eero Saarinen and manufactured by Knol...

Category

1960s Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Aluminum

Classic Velvet Upholstered Club Chair by Charles Pfister for Knoll
Classic Velvet Upholstered Club Chair by Charles Pfister for Knoll

Classic Velvet Upholstered Club Chair by Charles Pfister for Knoll

$3,500

Classic Velvet Upholstered Club Chair by Charles Pfister for Knoll

By Knoll, Charles Pfister

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Comfortable velvet upholstered club chair by Charles Pfister for Knoll. Original label. Celebrated interior designer Charles Pfister, whose personal design philosophy was “restrain...

Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Velvet

Charles Pollock Desk Chair by Knoll in Burnt Orange
Charles Pollock Desk Chair by Knoll in Burnt Orange

Charles Pollock Desk Chair by Knoll in Burnt Orange

$1,999 / item

Charles Pollock Desk Chair by Knoll in Burnt Orange

By Charles Pollock, Knoll

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Vintage Charles Pollock for Knoll executive chair in burnt orange. This leather executive desk chair has swivel base with adjustable height. Base with all wheels in working condition...

Category

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

Materials

Metal

Midcentury Modern Barcelona Daybed by Mies Van Der Rohe, Vintage Camel Leather
Midcentury Modern Barcelona Daybed by Mies Van Der Rohe, Vintage Camel Leather

Midcentury Modern Barcelona Daybed by Mies Van Der Rohe, Vintage Camel Leather

$22,973

Midcentury Modern Barcelona Daybed by Mies Van Der Rohe, Vintage Camel Leather

By Lilly Reich, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll

Located in Antwerp, BE

A beautiful, authentic original daybed for a designer collection. The daybed is in good vintage condition. Several pieces of leather in the patchwork were replaced in the 1980s. The ...

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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Vintage 1966 Richard Schultz Adjustable Contour Chaise Lounge for Knoll
Vintage 1966 Richard Schultz Adjustable Contour Chaise Lounge for Knoll

Vintage 1966 Richard Schultz Adjustable Contour Chaise Lounge for Knoll

$2,500 / item

Vintage 1966 Richard Schultz Adjustable Contour Chaise Lounge for Knoll

By Richard Schultz, Knoll

Located in Glendale, CA

Vintage 1966 Richard Schultz Outdoor Adjustable Chaise Lounge for Knoll. Executed in enameled aluminum and mesh with Knoll manufacturer's stamp on the underside of the chair. Seek...

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating

Materials

Metal, Enamel

Executive Armchair by Charles Pollock for Knoll Black Leather & 4 Prong Base
Executive Armchair by Charles Pollock for Knoll Black Leather & 4 Prong Base

Executive Armchair by Charles Pollock for Knoll Black Leather & 4 Prong Base

$2,295 / item

Executive Armchair by Charles Pollock for Knoll Black Leather & 4 Prong Base

By Knoll, Charles Pollock

Located in Topeka, KS

Timeless MCM (Mid-Century Modern) to Modern Executive armchairs by Charles Pollock for Knoll. Chair is comprised of a black leather seat and back with button detail, aluminum band, c...

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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating

Materials

Aluminum, Stainless Steel, Chrome

Joe D'Urso for Knoll Pair of Swivel Club Lounge Chairs in Deep Blue Wool Blend
Joe D'Urso for Knoll Pair of Swivel Club Lounge Chairs in Deep Blue Wool Blend

Joe D'Urso for Knoll Pair of Swivel Club Lounge Chairs in Deep Blue Wool Blend

$4,500 / set

Joe D'Urso for Knoll Pair of Swivel Club Lounge Chairs in Deep Blue Wool Blend

By Joe D'Urso, Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

One of Joe D'Urso's most iconic designs, this pair of chairs was produced in by Knoll. This pair forgoes the 'return to center' feature in favor of the more practical height adjustm...

Category

Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating

Materials

Aluminum

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 Answer
    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.
  • What is a Knoll Sofa?
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    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.
  • Who is the CEO of Knoll furniture?
    1 Answer
    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.
  • Does Herman Miller own Knoll?
    1 Answer
    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.
  • How do I pronounce Florence Knoll?
    1 Answer
    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.
  • How do I date Knoll furniture?
    1 Answer
    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.
  • What is a Parker Knoll chair?
    1 Answer
    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.
  • Who owns Knoll furniture?
    1 Answer
    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.
  • Where is Knoll furniture made?
    1 Answer
    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.
  • What is the history of the Knoll sofa?
    1 Answer
    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.
  • Where are Knoll chairs made?
    1 Answer
    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.
  • Where does Florence Knoll live?
    1 Answer
    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.
  • Where are Parker Knoll sofas made?
    1 Answer
    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.
  • How do you tell if a chair is Parker Knoll?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024
    To tell if a chair is a Parker Knoll, look for the maker's label, usually found under the seat on dining chairs and on the bases or frames on office and accent chairs. Although the company has modified its markings over the years, most pieces will at least state "Parker Knoll.” Many pieces also feature serial numbers. By cross-referencing these numbers with information published on trusted online resources, you can learn about the age, style name and other features of your chair. If you need assistance with identification, seek the opinion of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Shop a collection of Parker Knoll chairs on 1stDibs.
  • How can you tell if a chair is Parker Knoll?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertOctober 15, 2024
    To tell if a chair is Parker Knoll, look under the seat. Most Parker Knoll chairs will be marked with the company's logo and a model number. Some may also display the designer's signature. You can cross-reference the model number with information published on trusted online resources to learn more about your chair. If you can't locate a maker's mark or run into other difficulties identifying your chair, consider enlisting the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of Parker Knoll chairs.
  • How can I tell if my Knoll table is real?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
    To tell if your Knoll table is real, look for a label on the underside of the tabletop. Nearly all Knoll pieces feature marks, but the specific style of the label and the information included on it have varied over the years and from table to table. As a result, you should try searching trusted online resources for images of the labels found on authentic tables of the same age and model as your own. Alternatively, you can have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer evaluate your piece. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of Knoll tables.
  • How can you tell if a Knoll chair is real?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024
    To tell if a Knoll chair is real, first look for Knoll Furniture markings, usually found under the seat. These labels have varied over the years, but by comparing what's present on your furniture to images of authentic pieces found on trusted online resources produced around the same time, you can spot any inconsistencies that might indicate a replica. Knoll Furniture has sold many different chairs since its founding in 1938. Researching the characteristics of your specific chair can help you identify signs that your piece may be a replica. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can also help with authentication. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of Knoll chairs.
  • What furniture did Florence Knoll make?
    1 Answer
    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.
  • Where do I buy Parker Knoll furniture?
    1 Answer
    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.
  • When did Knoll start stamping furniture?
    1 Answer
    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.

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