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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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Creator: Knoll
Brno Flat-Bar Chairs in Velvet, Obsidian Matte by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll
Brno Flat-Bar Chairs in Velvet, Obsidian Matte by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll

Brno Flat-Bar Chairs in Velvet, Obsidian Matte by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll

By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe

Located in Wilton, CT

The definition of minimalism in a singular design, achieved by the great Ludwig Mies van der Rohe in 1929; the Brno Flat-Bar chair is just that. We have edited these contemporary ite...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Bauhaus Knoll Seating

Materials

Steel

Armchairs by Eero Saarinen for Knoll Swiss Production, 1970s – Set of 4
Armchairs by Eero Saarinen for Knoll Swiss Production, 1970s – Set of 4

Armchairs by Eero Saarinen for Knoll Swiss Production, 1970s – Set of 4

By Knoll, Eero Saarinen

Located in Renens, CH

A set of four iconic “Pedestal” swivel armchairs designed by Eero Saarinen for Knoll International, produced in Switzerland during the 1970s. Each chair features a molded white fibe...

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1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

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Aluminum

American modern black leather chaise longue by Mies Van Der Rohe for Knoll 1970s
American modern black leather chaise longue by Mies Van Der Rohe for Knoll 1970s

American modern black leather chaise longue by Mies Van Der Rohe for Knoll 1970s

By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe

Located in MIlano, IT

Usa modern black leather and steel chaise longue by Mies Van Der Rohe for Knoll, 1970s Chaise longue with padded seat and backrest, upholstered in black leather with black straps on ...

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1970s American Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Steel

2021 Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Arm Chair Leather w/ Wood Legs
2021 Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Arm Chair Leather w/ Wood Legs

2021 Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Arm Chair Leather w/ Wood Legs

By Eero Saarinen, Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is an Eero Saarinen for Knoll executive armchair in off-white leather with light walnut wood legs. The chair was produced in 2021, acquired directly from a Knoll employee. It ha...

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2010s American Modern Knoll Seating

Materials

Wood, Leather

Set of 4 72CC Executive Eero Saarinen Chairs for Knoll - Mid-Century Modern
Set of 4 72CC Executive Eero Saarinen Chairs for Knoll - Mid-Century Modern

Set of 4 72CC Executive Eero Saarinen Chairs for Knoll - Mid-Century Modern

By Eero Saarinen, Knoll

Located in Torino, IT

The set of four Executive 72CC chairs, designed by Eero Saarinen for Knoll, represents one of the most elegant and functional expressions of modernist design in the second half of th...

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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Metal

Lella and Massimo Vignelli Handkerchief Chairs for Knoll, Set of Four
Lella and Massimo Vignelli Handkerchief Chairs for Knoll, Set of Four

Lella and Massimo Vignelli Handkerchief Chairs for Knoll, Set of Four

By Massimo and Lella Vignelli, Knoll

Located in Miami, FL

Black high-gloss lacquered Handkerchief chairs on black lacquered frames by Lella and Massimo Vignelli for Knoll. In 1968 Vignelli was contracted by Knoll to re-envision the corpo...

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Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Knoll Seating

Materials

Steel

Mid Century Post Modern Royal Blue Chrome & Walnut Accent Chair
Mid Century Post Modern Royal Blue Chrome & Walnut Accent Chair

Mid Century Post Modern Royal Blue Chrome & Walnut Accent Chair

By Knoll

Located in Madison, WI

Chrome framed Side / accent / lounge / Office chair in the manner of Knoll has walnut armrests & royal blue wool upholstery in good condition. The upholstery could use a good cleaning. Very comfortable Original Mid Century Modern accent chair...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating

Materials

Chrome

1960's Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chair in Knoll Fabric
1960's Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chair in Knoll Fabric

1960's Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chair in Knoll Fabric

By Knoll, Kroehler Mfg. Co.

Located in Burbank, CA

Vintage 1960's Midcentury Modern lounge chair for sale. It was professionally reupholstered with new fabric and foam. It was reupholstered in Knoll Textile's Chain Link fabric that h...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Mid Century Modern 4 Seat bench Bruce Hannah and Andrew Morrison for Knoll
Mid Century Modern 4 Seat bench Bruce Hannah and Andrew Morrison for Knoll

Mid Century Modern 4 Seat bench Bruce Hannah and Andrew Morrison for Knoll

By Bruce Hannah & Andrew Morrison, Knoll

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Mid Century Modern 4 Seat armchair sofa bench with upholstery by Bruce Hannah and Andrew Morrison for Knoll. Made in American circa 1970s. Designed by Bruce Hannah and Andrew Morriso...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Model 72 Dining Chair in Pierre Frey by Eero Saarinen for Knoll, USA 1960s
Model 72 Dining Chair in Pierre Frey by Eero Saarinen for Knoll, USA 1960s

Model 72 Dining Chair in Pierre Frey by Eero Saarinen for Knoll, USA 1960s

By Knoll, Eero Saarinen

Located in GORINCHEM, NL

Who doesn’t feel like a boss in this Saarinen-designed chair? For over 70 years, this piece (model 72) has been popular in executive board offices and residential interiors. This des...

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1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Fabric, Oak

MR20 Tubular Steel Chair by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe for Knoll
MR20 Tubular Steel Chair by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe for Knoll

MR20 Tubular Steel Chair by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe for Knoll

By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll

Located in Kelkheim (Taunus), HE

MR20 Tubular Steel Chair by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Designer Ludwig Mies van der Rohe (03.1886 – 08.1969) Brand Knoll International Era 1920’s Material metal, chrome p...

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1920s Italian Bauhaus Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Rare Richard Schultz Knoll International Daybed / Sofa No. 703
Rare Richard Schultz Knoll International Daybed / Sofa No. 703

Rare Richard Schultz Knoll International Daybed / Sofa No. 703

By Richard Schultz, Knoll

Located in Munich, DE

Convertible sofa designed by Richard Schultz for Knoll International. The seat pulls forward and up to create a flat and level bed. Wonderful and classic Mid-Century Modern design up...

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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Green Womb Chair and Ottoman by Knoll
Green Womb Chair and Ottoman by Knoll

Green Womb Chair and Ottoman by Knoll

By Knoll, Eero Saarinen

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This is the stunning Womb Chair and Ottoman by Knoll. The Womb Chair was designed by Eero Saarinen in 1948. This piece features its original green upholstery, just waiting to add a ...

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

Materials

Metal

1960s Pair of Mies van der Rohe Knoll Barcelona Lounge Chairs w/ Stainless Steel
1960s Pair of Mies van der Rohe Knoll Barcelona Lounge Chairs w/ Stainless Steel

1960s Pair of Mies van der Rohe Knoll Barcelona Lounge Chairs w/ Stainless Steel

By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a pair of Barcelona Lounge Chairs, model 250LS, initially designed by Mies van der Rohe and Lilly Reich in 1929. These particular examples were produced by Knoll in the 1960s...

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1960s American Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Steel

Webbed Side Chair by Jens Risom for Knoll
Webbed Side Chair by Jens Risom for Knoll

Webbed Side Chair by Jens Risom for Knoll

By Jens Risom, Knoll

Located in Chicago, IL

c. 1960s. Wood frame with red webbing.

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Wood

2015 Pair of Eero Saarinen for Knoll Armless Executive Dining Chair Red Fabric
2015 Pair of Eero Saarinen for Knoll Armless Executive Dining Chair Red Fabric

2015 Pair of Eero Saarinen for Knoll Armless Executive Dining Chair Red Fabric

By Eero Saarinen, Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a pair of Saarinen Executive Side Chairs, originally designed by Eero Saarinen in 1957. These particular examples were produced by Knoll in the USA in 2015. The chairs featur...

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2010s American Modern Knoll Seating

Materials

Steel

1960s Original Four Seasons Bar Stool by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll
1960s Original Four Seasons Bar Stool by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll

1960s Original Four Seasons Bar Stool by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll

By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll, Philip Johnson

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is an original Four Seasons Bar Stool, designed by Mies Van Der Rohe and Phillip Johnson in 1958 for the Four Seasons Restaurant in the Sea...

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1960s American Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Harry Bertoia, Bench Model 400
Harry Bertoia, Bench Model 400

Harry Bertoia, Bench Model 400

By Harry Bertoia, Knoll

Located in Firenze, IT

Harry Bertoia Bench Model 400 Bench model 400 designed by Harry Bertoia, metal legs and wooden slatted seat. Manufactured by Knoll International, USA, late 1950s Bibliography: S. Ro...

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1950s Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Metal

Mies van der Rohe MR Rattan Armless Side Chair by Knoll
Mies van der Rohe MR Rattan Armless Side Chair by Knoll

Mies van der Rohe MR Rattan Armless Side Chair by Knoll

By Knoll

Located in Sag Harbor, NY

The name Knoll has long been synonymous with groundbreaking modern furniture collections and collaborations with some of the world's most celebrated architects and designers includin...

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2010s American Knoll Seating

Materials

Stainless Steel

Warren Platner for Knoll Bronze Frame Lounge Chairs in Holly Hunt Teddy
Warren Platner for Knoll Bronze Frame Lounge Chairs in Holly Hunt Teddy

Warren Platner for Knoll Bronze Frame Lounge Chairs in Holly Hunt Teddy

By Warren Platner, Knoll

Located in Dallas, TX

Warren Platner's iconic lounge chair. Featuring a sophisticated look, this chair boasts a striking bronze frame paired with a luxurious wool boucle' by Holly Hunt Great Plains. It of...

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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating

Materials

Metal

Modernist Classic Marcel Breuer Chaise Longue "Isokon" 1970s
Modernist Classic Marcel Breuer Chaise Longue "Isokon" 1970s

Modernist Classic Marcel Breuer Chaise Longue "Isokon" 1970s

By Marcel Breuer, Knoll

Located in Renens, CH

The Isokon Chaise Longue was originally created by Marcel Breuer during the late 1930s from his refuge in England, for the British firm Isokon. It was later produced under license by...

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1970s Swiss Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Plywood

Rare and Early Jens Risom Stool for Knoll Associates, New York City
Rare and Early Jens Risom Stool for Knoll Associates, New York City

Rare and Early Jens Risom Stool for Knoll Associates, New York City

By Jens Risom, Knoll

Located in Buffalo, NY

Rare and early Jens Risom stool for Knoll Associates, New York City. Simple, elegant design. Retains original finish as well as original early oil cloth upholstered top. Also origina...

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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Birch

George Nakashima N19 Side Chair for Knoll, Walnut, Mid-Century Modern
George Nakashima N19 Side Chair for Knoll, Walnut, Mid-Century Modern

George Nakashima N19 Side Chair for Knoll, Walnut, Mid-Century Modern

By George Nakashima, Knoll

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Designed by master craftsman George Nakashima for Knoll in 1946, the N19 chair was intended as a mass-produced counterpoint to the Nakashima Studio’s popular “Straight Chair...

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

Materials

Walnut

1960s Florence Knoll Armless Slipper Lounge Chair in Fabric
1960s Florence Knoll Armless Slipper Lounge Chair in Fabric

1960s Florence Knoll Armless Slipper Lounge Chair in Fabric

By Florence Knoll, Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is an Armless Slipper Lounge Chair, Model 51, originally designed by Florence Knoll in 1955. This particular example dates back to the 1960s. The chair is comprised of a solid s...

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1960s American Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Steel

Set of 4 chairs Harry Bertoia Knoll International 1980s upholstered
Set of 4 chairs Harry Bertoia Knoll International 1980s upholstered

Set of 4 chairs Harry Bertoia Knoll International 1980s upholstered

By Knoll, Harry Bertoia

Located in Berlin, DE

We are offering for sale a beautiful set of 4 upholstered chairs by Knoll International from the 1980s. The design is by Harry Bertoia and is characterized by its functional elegance...

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1980s American Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Fabric

Arm Chairs by Bill Stephens for Knoll
Arm Chairs by Bill Stephens for Knoll

Arm Chairs by Bill Stephens for Knoll

By Knoll, Bill Stephens

Located in Sagaponack, NY

A pair of armchairs with bentwood laminated frames and arm rests.

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Wood, Upholstery

Brno Flat-Bar Chairs Velvet, Obsidian Gloss by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll, 10
Brno Flat-Bar Chairs Velvet, Obsidian Gloss by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll, 10

Brno Flat-Bar Chairs Velvet, Obsidian Gloss by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll, 10

By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe

Located in Wilton, CT

The definition of minimalism in a singular design, achieved by the great Ludwig Mies van der Rohe in 1929; the Brno flat-bar chair is just that. We have edited these contemporary ite...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Bauhaus Knoll Seating

Materials

Steel

2006 Mies Van Der Rohe for Knoll Studio Red Leather MR EO7M Lounge Arm Chairs
2006 Mies Van Der Rohe for Knoll Studio Red Leather MR EO7M Lounge Arm Chairs

2006 Mies Van Der Rohe for Knoll Studio Red Leather MR EO7M Lounge Arm Chairs

By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Listed for sale is a (sold separately) Mies Van Der Rohe for Knoll Studio MR arm chair in gorgeous red leather upholstery. These examples came from the e...

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Early 2000s American Modern Knoll Seating

Materials

Steel

C. 1949 George Nakashima for Knoll N19 Straight Dining Chair in Birch
C. 1949 George Nakashima for Knoll N19 Straight Dining Chair in Birch

C. 1949 George Nakashima for Knoll N19 Straight Dining Chair in Birch

By Knoll, George Nakashima

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a N19 Straight-Back Chair, originally designed by George Nakashima for Knoll in 1946. This particular example dates to 1949. The Straight-Back Chair was Nakashima's modern, m...

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1940s American Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Birch

Mcm Rockwell Unscripted Upholstered Swivel Seat Low Cylinder by Knoll
Mcm Rockwell Unscripted Upholstered Swivel Seat Low Cylinder by Knoll

Mcm Rockwell Unscripted Upholstered Swivel Seat Low Cylinder by Knoll

By Knoll

Located in Chicago, IL

Mid-Century Modern rockwell unscripted upholstered swivel seat low cylinder by Knoll. The rockwell unscripted upholstered seat offers fun punctuation to dining, living or office spaces. Mix them with Classic Knoll dining chairs to create an Eclectic Statement at Your Table or Sprinkle Them Around for impromptu Guest Seating. All are display pieces...

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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating

Materials

Fabric

Mies Van der Rohe + Gratz Barcelona Chair in Leather with Gold Plated Frame
Mies Van der Rohe + Gratz Barcelona Chair in Leather with Gold Plated Frame

Mies Van der Rohe + Gratz Barcelona Chair in Leather with Gold Plated Frame

By Lilly Reich, Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Barcelona Chair, originally designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Lilly Reich in 1929. This particular example was produced by Knoll in collaboration with Gratz Industries (formerly Treitel Gratz) and features a striking combination of white leather cushions and a gold-plated steel frame's rare and luxurious variation of the iconic modernist design. The chair was specially produced for an exhibition called "So right its wrong: the gold Barcelona chair" and has since been newly upholstered with new Knoll Barcelona cushions...

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20th Century American Modern Knoll Seating

Materials

Steel

1973 Pair of Richard Schultz for Knoll 1966 Series Rare Armless Lounge Chairs
1973 Pair of Richard Schultz for Knoll 1966 Series Rare Armless Lounge Chairs

1973 Pair of Richard Schultz for Knoll 1966 Series Rare Armless Lounge Chairs

By Knoll, Richard Schultz

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Listed for sale is an original pair of rare 1966 series armless lounge chairs, designed by Richard Schultz and produced by Knoll International. This set was acquired from a the son o...

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1970s American Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Aluminum

2007 Set of 6 Knoll Brno Tubular Dining Chairs by Mies van der Rohe in Leather
2007 Set of 6 Knoll Brno Tubular Dining Chairs by Mies van der Rohe in Leather

2007 Set of 6 Knoll Brno Tubular Dining Chairs by Mies van der Rohe in Leather

By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a set of 6 Brno dining chairs, model 245A, originally designed by Mies van der Rohe in 1929. This particular set was produced in 2007 by Knoll. The listed price includes the ...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Knoll Seating

Materials

Steel

ORIGINAL PAIR OF 1988 TRIX AND ROBERT HAUSSMANN FOR KNOLL MIRRORED ARMCHAIRs
ORIGINAL PAIR OF 1988 TRIX AND ROBERT HAUSSMANN FOR KNOLL MIRRORED ARMCHAIRs

ORIGINAL PAIR OF 1988 TRIX AND ROBERT HAUSSMANN FOR KNOLL MIRRORED ARMCHAIRs

By Knoll, Trix and Robert Haussmann

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this original pair of Trix & Robert Haussmann Knoll armchairs 1988 with the period fabric and glass panels ...

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1980s English Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Mirror

Bertoia chair by Harry Bertoia manufactured by Knoll
Bertoia chair by Harry Bertoia manufactured by Knoll

Bertoia chair by Harry Bertoia manufactured by Knoll

By Knoll, Harry Bertoia

Located in Ravenna, IT

Molded Shell Side chair designed by Harry Bertoia in 1956 and produced by Knoll International. The chair has a steel wire frame and a mass-dyed polypropylene seat in a dark gray colo...

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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating

Materials

Steel

2017 Eero Saarinen for Knoll Dining Arm Chairs in Red Fabric 20x Available
2017 Eero Saarinen for Knoll Dining Arm Chairs in Red Fabric 20x Available

2017 Eero Saarinen for Knoll Dining Arm Chairs in Red Fabric 20x Available

By Knoll, Eero Saarinen

Located in Philadelphia, PA

These are Saarinen Executive Arm Chairs, originally designed by Eero Saarinen for Knoll in 1948. These particular examples were produced in the 2017. Their design features chromed-st...

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2010s American Modern Knoll Seating

Materials

Steel

1996 Richard Sapper Management Desk Chair in Grey Leather with Pneumatic Base
1996 Richard Sapper Management Desk Chair in Grey Leather with Pneumatic Base

1996 Richard Sapper Management Desk Chair in Grey Leather with Pneumatic Base

By Richard Sapper, Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Management Desk Chair designed by Richard Sapper, originally introduced for Knoll in 1979. This particular example dates to 1996. It features grey leather upholstery with a...

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1990s American Modern Knoll Seating

Materials

Aluminum

2005 Harry Bertoia for Knoll Diamond Lounge Chairs in w/ Blue Seat Pads
2005 Harry Bertoia for Knoll Diamond Lounge Chairs in w/ Blue Seat Pads

2005 Harry Bertoia for Knoll Diamond Lounge Chairs in w/ Blue Seat Pads

By Harry Bertoia, Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

These are classic Bertoia Diamond Chairs, Model 421, initially designed by Harry Bertoia for Knoll in 1952. These particular examples date to 2005. The listed price includes one chai...

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Early 2000s North American Modern Knoll Seating

Materials

Steel

Four (4) NIB Cesca Bar Stools Marcel Breuer Knoll Chromed Steel Upholstery
Four (4) NIB Cesca Bar Stools Marcel Breuer Knoll Chromed Steel Upholstery

Four (4) NIB Cesca Bar Stools Marcel Breuer Knoll Chromed Steel Upholstery

By Knoll, Marcel Breuer

Located in Philadelphia, PA

At the Bauhaus, Marcel Breuer married traditional craftsmanship with industrial methods and materials to help make tubular steel furniture an international sensation and a modern institution. Marcel Breuer was also the designer of the iconic Wassily chair and the Breuer Building, which now houses the Whitney Museum of American Art in the heart of NYC. This brand new set is in the super elegant "Caviar Hourglass" upholstery, and have never been used. These chairs are new in box, and have been priced near the first-party Knoll price. However, we can offer discounted and faster shipping, and are willing to reasonably negotiate. At this time, we have a total of 8 stools...

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2010s American Bauhaus Knoll Seating

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Barcelona Ottoman by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll
Barcelona Ottoman by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll

Barcelona Ottoman by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll

By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The iconic Barcelona ottoman from Ludwig Mies van der Rohe for Knoll International c.1970s, USA. The ottoman has an X-shaped base with a polished chrome finish. The cushion features ...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Chrome

Handkerchief Chairs in White by Massimo Vignelli for Knoll Post Modern a Pair
Handkerchief Chairs in White by Massimo Vignelli for Knoll Post Modern a Pair

Handkerchief Chairs in White by Massimo Vignelli for Knoll Post Modern a Pair

By Massimo Vignelli, Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Iconic design by Massimo Vignelli for Knoll. These ethereal chairs, seeming floating in air are fully labeled with an embossed Knoll, Vignelli design and a paper Knoll Label. This...

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Late 20th Century European Post-Modern Knoll Seating

Materials

Fiberglass

Midcentury Mint Brno Chair in Leather by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll
Midcentury Mint Brno Chair in Leather by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll

Midcentury Mint Brno Chair in Leather by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll

By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll

Located in BROOKLYN, NY

One midcentury Brno chair in gray leather on a polished chromed steel frame. Produced by Knoll. Has never been used and in excellent condition. This is the Thin-seat version, modeled...

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

Materials

Chrome

1960s Warren Platner for Knoll Side Table in Bronzed Steel and Glass
1960s Warren Platner for Knoll Side Table in Bronzed Steel and Glass

1960s Warren Platner for Knoll Side Table in Bronzed Steel and Glass

By Knoll, Warren Platner

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Platner Side Table, model 3710T, originally designed by Warren Platner for Knoll in 1966. This particular example features a bronzed-steel base and has a glass top. It date...

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1960s American Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Steel

Pair of Ettore Sottsass Knoll Eastside Lounge Chairs Memphis Italy
Pair of Ettore Sottsass Knoll Eastside Lounge Chairs Memphis Italy

Pair of Ettore Sottsass Knoll Eastside Lounge Chairs Memphis Italy

By Knoll, Ettore Sottsass

Located in Philadelphia, PA

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

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Early 2000s American Modern Knoll Seating

Materials

Metal

2007 Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Arm Chairs Model 71APC 9x Available
2007 Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Arm Chairs Model 71APC 9x Available

2007 Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Arm Chairs Model 71APC 9x Available

By Eero Saarinen, Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

These are Saarinen Executive Chairs, Model 71 APC, originally designed by Eero Saarinen for Knoll in 1950. These particular examples date to 2007. The listed price includes one chair...

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Early 2000s American Modern Knoll Seating

Materials

Steel

Pair Eero Saarinen Knoll Tulip Swivel Stools, Mid-Century Modern, Signed, 1978
Pair Eero Saarinen Knoll Tulip Swivel Stools, Mid-Century Modern, Signed, 1978

Pair Eero Saarinen Knoll Tulip Swivel Stools, Mid-Century Modern, Signed, 1978

By Eero Saarinen, Knoll

Located in New York, NY

Pair Eero Saarinen Knoll Tulip Swivel Stools, Mid-Century Modern, Signed, 1978. A matched pair of Tulip swivel stools designed by Eero Saarinen for Knoll International. A matched pai...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Aluminum

2015 Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Dining Arm Chair in Fabric w/ Oak Legs
2015 Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Dining Arm Chair in Fabric w/ Oak Legs

2015 Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Dining Arm Chair in Fabric w/ Oak Legs

By Eero Saarinen, Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Saarinen Executive Chair, model 71A, originally designed by Eero Saarinen for Knoll in 1950. This particular example dates to 2015. It features its original Knoll black fab...

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2010s American Modern Knoll Seating

Materials

Steel

1960s Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Flat Bar Brno Chair in Leather & Bronze Finish
1960s Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Flat Bar Brno Chair in Leather & Bronze Finish

1960s Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Flat Bar Brno Chair in Leather & Bronze Finish

By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a 'Brno' Armchair, model MR50, designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe & Lilly Reich in 1929. This particular piece was produced by Knoll in the 1960s. The design features a fla...

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1960s American Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Steel

Vintage Ettore Sottsass for Knoll Eastside Lounge Chairs - A Pair
Vintage Ettore Sottsass for Knoll Eastside Lounge Chairs - A Pair

Vintage Ettore Sottsass for Knoll Eastside Lounge Chairs - A Pair

By Knoll, Ettore Sottsass

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Embrace the iconic design of the late 20th century with this rare pair of vintage lounge chairs, designed by the legendary Ettore Sottsass for Knoll. These chairs embody a distinctiv...

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Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Knoll Seating

Materials

Metal

Set of 6 Mid-Century Armchairs
Set of 6 Mid-Century Armchairs

Set of 6 Mid-Century Armchairs

By Bill Stephens, Stendig Co., Knoll

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Four Bill Stephens for Knoll, two Stending Co chairs. All in the same upholstery with bentwood arms. 4 chairs measure 31 1/2" h x 22 3/4" w x 23" d. Seat height 17...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating

Materials

Wood

1980s Set of Four Marcel Breuer for Knoll Cesca B64 Armchairs in Green Fabric
1980s Set of Four Marcel Breuer for Knoll Cesca B64 Armchairs in Green Fabric

1980s Set of Four Marcel Breuer for Knoll Cesca B64 Armchairs in Green Fabric

By Knoll, Marcel Breuer

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a set of 4 Cesca chairs, model B64, originally designed by Marcel Breuer in 1928. These examples were manufactured by Knoll in the 1980s. The chairs feature tubular chromed-s...

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1980s American Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Steel

1970 Bill Stephens 1300 Series Dining Chair for Knoll in Purple Fabric & Walnut
1970 Bill Stephens 1300 Series Dining Chair for Knoll in Purple Fabric & Walnut

1970 Bill Stephens 1300 Series Dining Chair for Knoll in Purple Fabric & Walnut

By Knoll, Bill Stephens

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is of 1300 Series Dining Chair, originally designed by Bill Stephens for Knoll in the late 1960s. This particular example dates back to the year 1970. The frame and legs are com...

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1970s American Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Walnut, Fabric

Warren Platner 1705Y Easy Ottoman, Gray Leather and Nickel, Knoll, 1966
Warren Platner 1705Y Easy Ottoman, Gray Leather and Nickel, Knoll, 1966

Warren Platner 1705Y Easy Ottoman, Gray Leather and Nickel, Knoll, 1966

By Warren Platner, Knoll

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Warren Platner 1705Y Easy Ottoman, Gray Leather and Nickel, Knoll, 1966 Custom gray leather (original); original nickel finish. Ottoman retains original clear acrylic feet. The maste...

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

Materials

Stainless Steel, Nickel

Ettore Sottsass “Westside” Sofa for Knoll International, 1982
Ettore Sottsass “Westside” Sofa for Knoll International, 1982

Ettore Sottsass “Westside” Sofa for Knoll International, 1982

By Knoll, Ettore Sottsass

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Ettore Sottsass “Westside” sofa for Knoll International, foam and fabric, Italy, 1982. The “Westside” collection is an iconic project created by Ett...

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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Foam

2010s Florence Knoll Two Seat Settee / Loveseat Sofa in Brown Leather
2010s Florence Knoll Two Seat Settee / Loveseat Sofa in Brown Leather

2010s Florence Knoll Two Seat Settee / Loveseat Sofa in Brown Leather

By Florence Knoll, Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a two-seater Florence Knoll Settee Sofa, Model 1205S2, originally designed by Florence Knoll in 1954. This example dates to the 2010s. The design features a square tufted bac...

Category

2010s American Modern Knoll Seating

Materials

Steel

1990s Richard Sapper for Knoll Management Desk Chair in Dark Green Leather
1990s Richard Sapper for Knoll Management Desk Chair in Dark Green Leather

1990s Richard Sapper for Knoll Management Desk Chair in Dark Green Leather

By Richard Sapper, Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Sapper Series management desk chair, designed by Richard Sapper in 1979 and produced by Knoll. This is one of Sapper's most iconic works, along with the Tizio lamp. The lis...

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1990s American Modern Knoll Seating

Materials

Steel

Lounge Seating Two-seater Sofa by Robert Haussmann for Knoll International
Lounge Seating Two-seater Sofa by Robert Haussmann for Knoll International

Lounge Seating Two-seater Sofa by Robert Haussmann for Knoll International

By Trix and Robert Haussmann, Knoll

Located in VENLO, NL

This rare two-seater sofa from ‘The Lounge Seating’ series, was designed by Trix & Robert Haussmann in 1988 and manufactured by Knoll International. It has its original light red...

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1980s German Post-Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Fabric

Set of 4 Mid-Century Modern Tulip Chairs by Eero Saarinen for Knoll
Set of 4 Mid-Century Modern Tulip Chairs by Eero Saarinen for Knoll

Set of 4 Mid-Century Modern Tulip Chairs by Eero Saarinen for Knoll

By Knoll, Eero Saarinen

Located in TOULOUSE, FR

■ ABOUT THE PIECE Presented by Les Merciers gallery, this is an authenticated vintage set of 4 iconic "Tulip" chairs. Designed by the visionary architect Eero Saarinen in 1956 for Kn...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Fiberglass

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.

Questions About Knoll Seating

  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Florence Knoll was an architect and furniture designer who greatly influenced mid-century design. She established the furniture company Knoll, Inc., which continues to manufacture pieces inspired by her designs. Knoll died on January 25, 2019, at the age of 101. Find a collection of Florence Knoll furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A Knoll sofa, or a Knole sofa, is an interesting piece of furniture that’s believed to have its origins in the 1600s and to be the precursor to the modern sofa. It features two side-by-side cushions and arms that are as high as the back of the sofa. The most interesting feature is that these arms can often be tied back or dropped to change the profile of the sofa. Find an assortment of Knole sofas from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Andrew B. Cogan is the CEO of Knoll furniture as of December 2021. He also serves as the Chairman of the Board. He took on the role in 2001. Prior to that time, he worked as the company's COO. Shop a range of Knoll furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs 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 ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    To pronounce Florence Knoll, say "FLO-rens Noll." The "K" in the designer's last name is silent. Florence Knoll's maiden name was Florence Marguerite Schust, pronounced "shusht." She changed her name after marrying Hans Knoll in 1946. Find a range of Florence Knoll furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    How to date Knoll furniture depends on the piece. Some pieces feature stickers that bear the brand's name and logo, and the graphics changed over the years. By comparing the style of the logo to samples online, you can estimate the age of the piece. In some cases, the manufacturing year may appear on the sticker. To date a Knoll chair, look for the tag sewn on the back of the seat cushion. Often, the manufacturer prints the date there. You'll find a collection of expertly vetted Knoll furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    A Parker Knoll chair is designed by the British furniture manufacturing company Parker Knoll. These chairs are considered to be luxurious — they are handmade in the company’s Nottinghamshire factory from high-quality wood and feature plush upholstery in leather as well as in a variety of fabrics. Find Parker Knoll chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    MillerKnoll owns Knoll furniture. The company formed when Herman Miller, Inc., acquired Knoll, Inc., on April 19, 2021. The publicly traded company operates from its headquarters in Zeeland, Michigan. Andi Owen serves as its CEO, as of December 2021. Shop a collection of Knoll furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Florence Knoll produced her furniture designs largely in a factory located in East Greenville, Pennsylvania. As of December 2021, the company she founded, Knoll, Inc., manufactures furniture in the same factory, as well as in Grand Rapids, Michigan; Muskegon, Michigan; Toronto, Canada; and Foligno and Graffignana, Italy. Find a selection of Florence Knoll furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 15, 2024
    The history of the Knoll sofa began in 1954. The sofa was made during American designer and entrepreneur Florence Knoll’s direction of the Knoll Planning Unit, the company's pioneering "design consultant service" that would define the look of the postwar workplace. The versatile Florence Knoll sofa, with its angular silhouette and tasteful mix of textures, could as easily fit into the glass lobby of a skyscraper as the living room of a home. That same year, Florence Knoll also introduced a companion lounge chair that coordinated with the sofa. Knoll, Inc. continues to produce the Florence Knoll sofa over half a century after it was introduced, and vintage models are still prized for their sturdy construction and timeless qualities. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Florence Knoll sofas.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Knoll maintains manufacturing plants in the United States, Canada, and Italy. Countless designers have worked for Knoll over the years to create exquisite furniture that’s beloved by collectors worldwide. Shop a collection of antique and contemporary Knoll chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Florence Knoll lived in the U.S. throughout her life. She was born in Saginaw, Michigan, on May 24, 1917, and she died in Coral Gables, Florida, on January 25, 2019. From 1940 to 1941, she attended the Chicago Armour Institute in Chicago, Illinois. After that, she lived and worked in New York City for many years. On 1stDibs, find a range of Florence Knoll furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
    Where Parker Knoll sofas are made has changed over time. In 2016, the luxury furniture maker moved its factory to Castlewood, Nottinghamshire. Prior to the relocation, the company produced most of its pieces in London and High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Parker Knoll sofas from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024
    To tell if a chair is a Parker Knoll, look for the maker's label, usually found under the seat on dining chairs and on the bases or frames on office and accent chairs. Although the company has modified its markings over the years, most pieces will at least state "Parker Knoll.” Many pieces also feature serial numbers. By cross-referencing these numbers with information published on trusted online resources, you can learn about the age, style name and other features of your chair. If you need assistance with identification, seek the opinion of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Shop a collection of Parker Knoll chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 15, 2024
    To tell if a chair is Parker Knoll, look under the seat. Most Parker Knoll chairs will be marked with the company's logo and a model number. Some may also display the designer's signature. You can cross-reference the model number with information published on trusted online resources to learn more about your chair. If you can't locate a maker's mark or run into other difficulties identifying your chair, consider enlisting the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of Parker Knoll chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
    To tell if your Knoll table is real, look for a label on the underside of the tabletop. Nearly all Knoll pieces feature marks, but the specific style of the label and the information included on it have varied over the years and from table to table. As a result, you should try searching trusted online resources for images of the labels found on authentic tables of the same age and model as your own. Alternatively, you can have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer evaluate your piece. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of Knoll tables.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024
    To tell if a Knoll chair is real, first look for Knoll Furniture markings, usually found under the seat. These labels have varied over the years, but by comparing what's present on your furniture to images of authentic pieces found on trusted online resources produced around the same time, you can spot any inconsistencies that might indicate a replica. Knoll Furniture has sold many different chairs since its founding in 1938. Researching the characteristics of your specific chair can help you identify signs that your piece may be a replica. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can also help with authentication. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of Knoll chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Florence Knoll made a number of well-known furniture designs and founded the company Knoll, Inc. Some of her most acclaimed pieces include the Florence Knoll lounge chair, the Florence Knoll sofa, the Florence Knoll bench and the Florence Knoll settee. Shop a variety of Florence Knoll furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    You can buy Parker Knoll furniture through an authorized dealer. The manufacturer partners with brick-and-mortar stores all over the world and also works with some online platforms. While you can browse the entire selection of current Parker Knoll designs on their official website, you cannot buy directly from the company online. Shop a collection of Parker Knoll furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Knoll began to stamp their furniture in 2004. An authentic stamp consists of the brand's name printed in the correct font. Normally, the manufacturer places the stamp on the upper section of the base. Shop a selection of expertly vetted Knoll furniture on 1stDibs.