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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.

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Creator: Knoll
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

$3,995 / item

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

Parallel Bar Sofa, Model 57, by Florence Knol, USA, 1960s.
Parallel Bar Sofa, Model 57, by Florence Knol, USA, 1960s.

Parallel Bar Sofa, Model 57, by Florence Knol, USA, 1960s.

$3,256

Parallel Bar Sofa, Model 57, by Florence Knol, USA, 1960s.

By Florence Knoll, Knoll

Located in Barcelona, ES

Sofa Model nº57, "Parallel bar" series, designed by Florence Knoll in 1959 and produced by “Knoll International” during the 1960s. The sofa, two-seater, with arms at both ends, is...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Chrome

Mies van der Rohe for Knoll MR10 Cantilever Chairs, 6
Mies van der Rohe for Knoll MR10 Cantilever Chairs, 6

Mies van der Rohe for Knoll MR10 Cantilever Chairs, 6

$5,500 / set

Mies van der Rohe for Knoll MR10 Cantilever Chairs, 6

By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe

Located in Astoria, NY

Set of Six Mies van der Rohe for Knoll MR10 Cantilevered Chairs, each with chrome-plated tubular frame and black leather seat and backrest, label to underside. 31.5" H x 18" W x 26....

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating

Materials

Chrome

2008 Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Krefeld Gray Fabric Lounge Chair 2x Available
2008 Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Krefeld Gray Fabric Lounge Chair 2x Available

2008 Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Krefeld Gray Fabric Lounge Chair 2x Available

$950 / item

2008 Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Krefeld Gray Fabric Lounge Chair 2x Available

By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Lilly Reich, Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

These are Krefeld Lounge Chairs, Model 751, initially designed by Mies van der Rohe and Lily Reich in 1927. These particular chairs were produced by Knoll in the USA in 2008, and the...

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Early 2000s American Modern Knoll Seating

Materials

Steel

Mid-Century Modern Scoop Leather Lounge Chair By Jens Risom For Knoll
Mid-Century Modern Scoop Leather Lounge Chair By Jens Risom For Knoll

Mid-Century Modern Scoop Leather Lounge Chair By Jens Risom For Knoll

$2,600

Mid-Century Modern Scoop Leather Lounge Chair By Jens Risom For Knoll

By Jens Risom, Knoll

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Mid-Century Modern, scoop, lounge chair by Jens Risom for Knoll features a minimal, black lacquered maple frame with a floating scoop seat newly upholstered in mustard yellow, textur...

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

Materials

Leather, Maple

Pair of Warren Platner for Knoll Dining Arm Chairs with Bronzed Frames
Pair of Warren Platner for Knoll Dining Arm Chairs with Bronzed Frames

Pair of Warren Platner for Knoll Dining Arm Chairs with Bronzed Frames

$6,000 / set

Pair of Warren Platner for Knoll Dining Arm Chairs with Bronzed Frames

By Warren Platner, Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a pair of Platner Armchairs, designed by Warren Platner for Knoll. These are early examples, probably dating to the late 1960s. The frames of these chairs are composed of pat...

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Mid-20th Century American Modern Knoll Seating

Materials

Steel

Warren Platner Easy Lounge Chair for Knoll, 1980s
Warren Platner Easy Lounge Chair for Knoll, 1980s

Warren Platner Easy Lounge Chair for Knoll, 1980s

$9,000

Warren Platner Easy Lounge Chair for Knoll, 1980s

By Knoll, Warren Platner

Located in Aachen, NW

Early Easy Lounge chair by Warren Platner for Knoll. The groundbreaking Easy chair was designed in the 1960s by Warren Platner and produced by Knoll in the 1980s. This mid-century ...

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Mid-20th Century American Knoll Seating

Materials

Aluminum

Mid Century Black Brno Chairs by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Set of 4
Mid Century Black Brno Chairs by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Set of 4

Mid Century Black Brno Chairs by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Set of 4

$8,800 / set

Mid Century Black Brno Chairs by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Set of 4

By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe

Located in Detroit, MI

This set of four mid century modern Brno arm chairs by Mies van der Rohe were manufactured by Knoll circa 2015. These iconic Bauhaus chairs were originally designed by Ludwig Mies va...

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

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Mid Century Silver Diamond Wire Lounge Chairs by Harry Bertoia for Knoll
Mid Century Silver Diamond Wire Lounge Chairs by Harry Bertoia for Knoll

Mid Century Silver Diamond Wire Lounge Chairs by Harry Bertoia for Knoll

$2,700 / set

Mid Century Silver Diamond Wire Lounge Chairs by Harry Bertoia for Knoll

By Knoll

Located in Detroit, MI

This pair of vintage mid century modern diamond wire lounge chairs designed by Harry Bertoia (American, 1915-1978) for Knoll are circa 1970. Originally designed by Bertoia in 1952, t...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Steel, Wire

1980s Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Desk or Dining Chair in Hopsack Fabric
1980s Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Desk or Dining Chair in Hopsack Fabric

1980s Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Desk or Dining Chair in Hopsack Fabric

$1,150

1980s Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Desk or Dining Chair in Hopsack Fabric

By Eero Saarinen, Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Saarinen Executive Chair, Model 71 USB, designed by Eero Saarinen for Knoll in 1950. This particular example dates to the 1980s, as indicated by the 655 Madison Avenue labe...

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1980s American Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Steel

Warren Platner Grey Leather Easy Chair and Ottoman Set of Three, Knoll, 1966
Warren Platner Grey Leather Easy Chair and Ottoman Set of Three, Knoll, 1966

Warren Platner Grey Leather Easy Chair and Ottoman Set of Three, Knoll, 1966

$13,440Sale Price / set|45% Off

Warren Platner Grey Leather Easy Chair and Ottoman Set of Three, Knoll, 1966

By Knoll, Warren Platner

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Warren platner grey leather easy chair and ottoman set of three, Knoll, 1966. Knoll Models 1705L and 1705Y. Please see last image for proper dimensions. Warren Platner for Knoll gr...

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

Materials

Stainless Steel, Nickel

2000 Richard Sapper for Knoll Management Desk Chairs in Black Leather
2000 Richard Sapper for Knoll Management Desk Chairs in Black Leather

2000 Richard Sapper for Knoll Management Desk Chairs in Black Leather

$950 / item

2000 Richard Sapper for Knoll Management Desk Chairs in Black Leather

By Knoll, Richard Sapper

Located in Philadelphia, PA

These are Sapper Series Management Desk Chairs, designed by Richard Sapper in 1979. These particular examples were produced by Knoll in the year 2000. This is one of Sapper's most ic...

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Early 2000s American Modern 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

$2,500

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

By Knoll, Eero Saarinen

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

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

$1,300 / set

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

By Knoll, Eero Saarinen

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

Eero Saarinen for Knoll Mid Century Medium Womb Chairs - Pair with Ottoman
Eero Saarinen for Knoll Mid Century Medium Womb Chairs - Pair with Ottoman

Eero Saarinen for Knoll Mid Century Medium Womb Chairs - Pair with Ottoman

$10,395 / set

Eero Saarinen for Knoll Mid Century Medium Womb Chairs - Pair with Ottoman

By Eero Saarinen, Knoll

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Eero Saarinen for Knoll Mid Century Medium Womb Chairs - Pair with Ottoman Each chair measures: 34.5 wide x 31 deep x 31.75 high, with a seat height of 16 inches and arm height/chai...

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

Materials

Metal

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Verner Panton Cone Chairs attributed to Knoll
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Verner Panton Cone Chairs attributed to Knoll

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Verner Panton Cone Chairs attributed to Knoll

$2,895 / set

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Verner Panton Cone Chairs attributed to Knoll

By Knoll, Verner Panton

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Fabulous pair of Mid Century Modern Sculptural Cone Chairs by Verner Panton for knoll. Recovered about 10 years ago so the fabric is good but has a couple of stains that we have not ...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Chrome

1960s Set of Eight Mies van der Rohe Stainless Steel Flat Bar Brno Chairs
1960s Set of Eight Mies van der Rohe Stainless Steel Flat Bar Brno Chairs

1960s Set of Eight Mies van der Rohe Stainless Steel Flat Bar Brno Chairs

$10,000 / set

1960s Set of Eight Mies van der Rohe Stainless Steel Flat Bar Brno Chairs

By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a set of eight Flat Bar Brno Chairs, originally designed by Mies van der Rohe in 1929 and produced by Knoll in the 1960s. These iconic chairs feature flat-bar stainless steel...

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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

$8,450 / set

Vintage Ettore Sottsass for Knoll Eastside Lounge Chairs - A Pair

By Ettore Sottsass, Knoll

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

Knoll Postmodern Black Lacquered Ricchio Dining Chairs, Set of Four
Knoll Postmodern Black Lacquered Ricchio Dining Chairs, Set of Four

Knoll Postmodern Black Lacquered Ricchio Dining Chairs, Set of Four

$2,200 / set

Knoll Postmodern Black Lacquered Ricchio Dining Chairs, Set of Four

By Knoll

Located in South Bend, IN

An exceptional set of four iconic Postmodern dining chairs By Joseph and Linda Ricchio for Knoll USA, Circa Early 21st Century (originally designed in 1990) Black lacquered maple ...

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

Materials

Upholstery, Maple, Lacquer

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

$700 / item

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...

Category

1990s American Modern Knoll Seating

Materials

Aluminum

2022 Richard Schultz for Knoll 1966 Collection Lounge Chair w/ Aluminum Frame
2022 Richard Schultz for Knoll 1966 Collection Lounge Chair w/ Aluminum Frame

2022 Richard Schultz for Knoll 1966 Collection Lounge Chair w/ Aluminum Frame

$1,300

2022 Richard Schultz for Knoll 1966 Collection Lounge Chair w/ Aluminum Frame

By Knoll, Richard Schultz

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a 1966 Collection Outdoor Lounge Chair, Model 1966-25, originally designed by Richard Schultz for Knoll in 1966. This particular example dates to 2022. The chair is construct...

Category

2010s American Modern Knoll Seating

Materials

Aluminum

Eero Saarinen for Knoll Mid Century Executive Dining Chairs - Set of 4
Eero Saarinen for Knoll Mid Century Executive Dining Chairs - Set of 4

Eero Saarinen for Knoll Mid Century Executive Dining Chairs - Set of 4

$3,695 / set

Eero Saarinen for Knoll Mid Century Executive Dining Chairs - Set of 4

By Knoll, Eero Saarinen

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Eero Saarinen for Knoll Mid Century Executive Dining Chairs - Set of 4 Each chair measures: 26.25 wide x 24 deep x 31.75 inches high, with a seat height of 18 and arm height/chair c...

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

Materials

Metal

1990s Set of Crassevig & Knoll Gina / Ginotta Dining Chairs by Enrico Franzolini
1990s Set of Crassevig & Knoll Gina / Ginotta Dining Chairs by Enrico Franzolini

1990s Set of Crassevig & Knoll Gina / Ginotta Dining Chairs by Enrico Franzolini

$3,500 / set

1990s Set of Crassevig & Knoll Gina / Ginotta Dining Chairs by Enrico Franzolini

By Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Listed for sale is a set of four gorgeousGina / Ginotta bent plywood dining chairs with oatmeal-color fabric upholstery, produced by Crassevig, distributed by Knoll in the US, and de...

Category

1990s American Modern Knoll Seating

Materials

Fabric, Plywood

1980s Pearson Executive Desk Chair by Max Pearson for Knoll 3x Available
1980s Pearson Executive Desk Chair by Max Pearson for Knoll 3x Available

1980s Pearson Executive Desk Chair by Max Pearson for Knoll 3x Available

$1,100 / item

1980s Pearson Executive Desk Chair by Max Pearson for Knoll 3x Available

By Max Pearson, Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Pearson Executive Chair, originally designed by Max Pearson in 1966. These particular examples were produced by Knoll in the USA in the 1980s. The chair's design features a...

Category

1980s American Modern Vintage 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

$2,950 / set

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

By Richard Schultz, Knoll

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

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

$3,000

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

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

$3,000

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

2022 Eero Saarinen for Knoll Armless Executive Dining Chair in Pink Fabric
2022 Eero Saarinen for Knoll Armless Executive Dining Chair in Pink Fabric

2022 Eero Saarinen for Knoll Armless Executive Dining Chair in Pink Fabric

$800 / item

2022 Eero Saarinen for Knoll Armless Executive Dining Chair in Pink Fabric

By Knoll, Eero Saarinen

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Saarinen Executive Side Chair, originally designed by Eero Saarinen in 1957. These particular examples were produced by Knoll in the USA in 2022. The chairs feature upholst...

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2010s American Modern Knoll Seating

Materials

Steel

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

$20,000

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

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

$3,300 / item

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...

Category

2010s American Knoll Seating

Materials

Stainless Steel

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

$9,500

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...

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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

$6,500

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

Minimalistic FK33 sofa bench designed by Florence Knoll for Knoll International
Minimalistic FK33 sofa bench designed by Florence Knoll for Knoll International

Minimalistic FK33 sofa bench designed by Florence Knoll for Knoll International

$3,120

Minimalistic FK33 sofa bench designed by Florence Knoll for Knoll International

By Knoll, Florence Knoll

Located in Offenburg, Baden Wurthemberg

Minimalist Knoll International Sofa bench model FK33, designed by Florence Knoll We do have a matching FK31 lounge chair available in a parallel listing ! Rather early edition, ma...

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1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Steel

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

Arm Chairs by Bill Stephens for Knoll

$3,600 / set

Arm Chairs by Bill Stephens for Knoll

By Bill Stephens, Knoll

Located in Sagaponack, NY

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

Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Wood, Upholstery

Early Bird Chair & Ottoman Bouclé by Harry Bertoia for Knoll, 1970s
Early Bird Chair & Ottoman Bouclé by Harry Bertoia for Knoll, 1970s

Early Bird Chair & Ottoman Bouclé by Harry Bertoia for Knoll, 1970s

$5,500

Early Bird Chair & Ottoman Bouclé by Harry Bertoia for Knoll, 1970s

By Knoll, Harry Bertoia

Located in Aachen, NW

Early Bouclé wool edition Bird chair & ottoman by Harry Bertoia for Knoll. The groundbreaking Bird chair was designed in the 50s by Harry Bertoia and made by Knoll. This mid-century classic supports countless positions and offers a comforting oasis of calm. This edition is a very nice fully restored Bouclé...

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Mid-20th Century American Knoll Seating

Materials

Steel

Vintage circa 1985 Mies Van Der Rohe Barcelona Daybed with Zebra Rug
Vintage circa 1985 Mies Van Der Rohe Barcelona Daybed with Zebra Rug

Vintage circa 1985 Mies Van Der Rohe Barcelona Daybed with Zebra Rug

$12,000 / set

Vintage circa 1985 Mies Van Der Rohe Barcelona Daybed with Zebra Rug

By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll

Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO

We collected this cult-favorite, vintage Mies Van Der Rohe daybed at auction. The stainless steel legs, walnut base, and black leather upholstery are all in excellent condition. See ...

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1980s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Leather, Zebra Hide

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

$800 / item

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

By Knoll, Eero Saarinen

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

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

$2,000

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

By George Nakashima, Knoll

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

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

$8,818 / set

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

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

$2,000 / set

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

By Marcel Breuer, Knoll

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

Warren Platner Stool for Knoll Black Leather, 2000s
Warren Platner Stool for Knoll Black Leather, 2000s

Warren Platner Stool for Knoll Black Leather, 2000s

$2,950

Warren Platner Stool for Knoll Black Leather, 2000s

By Warren Platner, Knoll

Located in Aachen, NW

Black leather stool by Warren Platner for Knoll. The groundbreaking stool was designed in 1966 by Warren Platner and produced by Knoll after the 2010s. This mid-century classic ...

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2010s American Knoll Seating

Materials

Aluminum

J. Kastholm, JK 720 Lounge Chair for Kill International, 1970s
J. Kastholm, JK 720 Lounge Chair for Kill International, 1970s

J. Kastholm, JK 720 Lounge Chair for Kill International, 1970s

$6,353

J. Kastholm, JK 720 Lounge Chair for Kill International, 1970s

By Jørgen Kastholm, Knoll

Located in Renens, CH

JK 720 Lounge Chair by Jørgen Kastholm for Kill International: The JK 720 Chair was only produced for a short time during the 1970s by Alfred Kill’s company; it features a brushed ...

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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Steel

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

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

$17,995 / set

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

By Charles Pollock, Knoll

Located in Topeka, KS

Classic MCM (Mid-Century Modern) to Modern Executive armchairs by Charles Pollock for Knoll set of 8. Each chair is comprised of a black leather seat and back with button detail, alu...

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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating

Materials

Aluminum, Stainless Steel, Chrome

1986 Set of Four Knoll Mandarin Armless Dining Chairs by Ettore Sottsass
1986 Set of Four Knoll Mandarin Armless Dining Chairs by Ettore Sottsass

1986 Set of Four Knoll Mandarin Armless Dining Chairs by Ettore Sottsass

$4,000 / set

1986 Set of Four Knoll Mandarin Armless Dining Chairs by Ettore Sottsass

By Knoll, Ettore Sottsass

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a set of 4 Mandarin Chairs, designed by Ettore Sottsass and produced by Knoll in 1986. The listed price includes the set of 4. Their design features an upholstered seat & bac...

Category

1980s American Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Steel

Florence Knoll, Model 75 Stools, Birch, Iron, Knoll Associates, USA, 1948
Florence Knoll, Model 75 Stools, Birch, Iron, Knoll Associates, USA, 1948

Florence Knoll, Model 75 Stools, Birch, Iron, Knoll Associates, USA, 1948

$4,200 / set

Florence Knoll, Model 75 Stools, Birch, Iron, Knoll Associates, USA, 1948

By Knoll, Florence Knoll

Located in High Point, NC

A pair of birch and iron stools, Model 75, designed by Florence Knoll and produced by Knoll Associates, USA, 1948. Wear consistent with age and use. Overall Dimensions (inches): 18...

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1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Iron

1990, Frank Gehry Powerplay by Knoll International
1990, Frank Gehry Powerplay by Knoll International

1990, Frank Gehry Powerplay by Knoll International

$5,446Sale Price|43% Off

1990, Frank Gehry Powerplay by Knoll International

By Frank Gehry, Knoll

Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL

This chair is part of the private collection of Casey Godrie and is situated in his private house. Ask him for competitive shipping quotes. His incredible Dune Villa, Amsterdam Beac...

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1990s German Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating

Materials

Wood, Plywood

Jens Risom Risom Lounge Chair for Knoll, Clear Maple & Flax Webbing
Jens Risom Risom Lounge Chair for Knoll, Clear Maple & Flax Webbing

Jens Risom Risom Lounge Chair for Knoll, Clear Maple & Flax Webbing

$1,410Sale Price|20% Off

Jens Risom Risom Lounge Chair for Knoll, Clear Maple & Flax Webbing

By Jens Risom, Knoll

Located in Reading, Berkshire

A refined example of Jens Risom's celebrated Risom Lounge Chair, originally designed in 1941 and produced by Knoll. One of the defining designs of early American modernism, the Risom...

Category

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

Materials

Maple

1960s Pair of Harry Bertoia for Knoll Childs Chairs in White
1960s Pair of Harry Bertoia for Knoll Childs Chairs in White

1960s Pair of Harry Bertoia for Knoll Childs Chairs in White

$900 / set

1960s Pair of Harry Bertoia for Knoll Childs Chairs in White

By Harry Bertoia, Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a pair of Child's Bertoia Side Chairs, originally designed by Harry Bertoia in 1955. These particular examples were produced by Knoll in the USA in the 1960s. The design is c...

Category

1960s American Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Steel

Shelton Mindel Chairs for Knoll, 2006
Shelton Mindel Chairs for Knoll, 2006

Shelton Mindel Chairs for Knoll, 2006

$675 / item

Shelton Mindel Chairs for Knoll, 2006

By Knoll

Located in Chicago, IL

Shelton Mindel chairs for Knoll, 2006. 2 Available Lacquered wood, mohair. Knoll plaque and paper label on underside. Condition: very good to excellent. Measures: 22”W...

Category

Early 2000s Knoll Seating

Materials

Mohair, Bentwood

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

$1,650

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...

Category

2010s American Modern Knoll Seating

Materials

Steel

8 Max Pearson for Knoll Mid-Century Modern Red Tulip Swivel Dining Office Chairs
8 Max Pearson for Knoll Mid-Century Modern Red Tulip Swivel Dining Office Chairs

8 Max Pearson for Knoll Mid-Century Modern Red Tulip Swivel Dining Office Chairs

$5,000

8 Max Pearson for Knoll Mid-Century Modern Red Tulip Swivel Dining Office Chairs

By Max Pearson, Knoll

Located in Dayton, OH

8 Max Pearson for Knoll International red wool upholstered rolling swivel chairs, circa 1960s. Great for conference table or dining use. Tulip shaped padded seats over steel swivel r...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern 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

$6,500 / set

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...

Category

Early 2000s American Modern Knoll Seating

Materials

Metal

Contemporary Pierre Beucler for Knoll Architecture & Associes Residential Settee
Contemporary Pierre Beucler for Knoll Architecture & Associes Residential Settee

Contemporary Pierre Beucler for Knoll Architecture & Associes Residential Settee

$6,000

Contemporary Pierre Beucler for Knoll Architecture & Associes Residential Settee

By Knoll

Located in Secaucus, NJ

This fabulous Architecture and Associes residential Settee designed by Pierre Beucler and Jean-Christophe Poggioli of Paris-based Architecture and Associes offer a casual comfort wit...

Category

2010s American Modern Knoll Seating

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Warren Platner for Knoll Mid Century Lounge Chair
Warren Platner for Knoll Mid Century Lounge Chair

Warren Platner for Knoll Mid Century Lounge Chair

$4,347

Warren Platner for Knoll Mid Century Lounge Chair

By Warren Platner, Knoll

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Warren Platner for Knoll Mid Century Lounge Chair This chair measures: 36 wide x 27 deep x 30.5 high, with a seat height of 20 and arm height/chair clearance 26 inches All pieces o...

Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Warren Platner for Knoll Mid Century Stool
Warren Platner for Knoll Mid Century Stool

Warren Platner for Knoll Mid Century Stool

$2,395

Warren Platner for Knoll Mid Century Stool

By Warren Platner, Knoll

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Warren Platner for Knoll Mid Century Stool This stool measures: 16.75 wide x 16.75 deep x 21.75 high, with a seat height of 21.75 inches Excellent Vintage Condition. We take our p...

Category

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

Materials

Metal

Set of 8 Ettore Sottsass Mandarin Chairs by Knoll - Black + Red Post Modern
Set of 8 Ettore Sottsass Mandarin Chairs by Knoll - Black + Red Post Modern

Set of 8 Ettore Sottsass Mandarin Chairs by Knoll - Black + Red Post Modern

$4,400 / set

Set of 8 Ettore Sottsass Mandarin Chairs by Knoll - Black + Red Post Modern

By Knoll, Ettore Sottsass

Located in Decatur, GA

Set of Eight (8) Knoll International "Mandarin" chairs by Ettore Sottsass. Exemplifying Sottsass’s bold postmodern sensibility, these sculptural chairs feature vivid red enameled arm...

Category

1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Metal

Bill Stephens for Knoll Mid Century Modern Bentwood Upholstered Dining Arm Chair
Bill Stephens for Knoll Mid Century Modern Bentwood Upholstered Dining Arm Chair

Bill Stephens for Knoll Mid Century Modern Bentwood Upholstered Dining Arm Chair

$325

Bill Stephens for Knoll Mid Century Modern Bentwood Upholstered Dining Arm Chair

By Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage Bill Stephens for Knoll Mid Century Modern Bentwood Upholstered Dining Arm Chair. Circa Mid 20th Century. Measurements: 31" H x 23" W x 24" D x 18" Seat Height x 25.5" Arm He...

Category

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

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Bar Stool for Knoll, 1940s
Bar Stool for Knoll, 1940s

Bar Stool for Knoll, 1940s

$3,800

Bar Stool for Knoll, 1940s

By Knoll

Located in Sagaponack, NY

A beautifully constructed stool having an architectural blackened steel base with a floating chrome footrest supporting a sculptural walnut seat upholstered with thick patinated wove...

Category

1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Steel

Knoll seating for sale on 1stDibs

Knoll Seats are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive objects are frequently made of metal and designed with extraordinary care. In our collection of Knoll seating, there are many options to choose from, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. In stock are 600 vintage editions of these items, while there are 3 modern editions to choose from as well. Many of the original Knoll seating was created in the Mid-Century Modern style in North America during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional seating, many customers also consider seating by Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller and Milo Baughman. Knoll seating prices can vary depending on size, time period and other attributes. Price for these items starts at $295 and tops out at $54,000, while pieces like these can sell for $3,999 on average.

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Questions About Knoll Seating

  • Who is Florence Knoll?

    1 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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