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
1970s 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, originally designed by Eero Saarinen for Knoll in 1950. This particular example dates to the 1970s. The listed price includes one ch...
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1970s American Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Steel
Tan Leather Sofa by Richard Schultz for Knoll
By Richard Schultz, Knoll
Located in Toledo, OH
This 1970 sofa designed by Richard Schultz for Knoll features a leather cushioned front and back, and was created with modular sections that hang from a ste...
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating
Materials
Steel
2012 Pair of Four Seasons Bar Stools by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll
By Philip Johnson, Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a pair of Four Seasons Bar Stools, initially designed by Mies Van Der Rohe and Phillip Johnson in 1958 for the Four Seasons Restaurant i...
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2010s American Modern Knoll Seating
Materials
Steel
Pair of Florence Knoll / Knoll Light Orange Upholstered Settees
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of American Mid-Century two-seat armless Settees with a green geometric upholstered seat and back cushions supported on black powder coated metal frames. (FLORENCE KNOLL / KNOLL...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating
Materials
Metal
"Culbuto" Armchair by Marc Held for Knoll International, 1960s
By Knoll, Marc Held
Located in bruxelles, BE
High back armchair in black leather with moulded fibreglass shell. The chair can be tipped. Measure: Seat height: 40 cm. Wear due to time and age.
For shipping, request us for receiv...
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Leather, Fiberglass
Early Eero Saarinen for Knoll International Stool with Original Fabric
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
An exceptional early example of Eero Saarinen’s timeless design for Knoll International, this iconic stool showcases the elegance and simplicity that define mid-century modernism. Retaining its original upholstery, the stool reflects Saarinen’s refined approach to form and function.
Measuring 15 inches in diameter and 18 inches in height, the piece is perfectly scaled for use as a vanity stool...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating
Materials
Aluminum
2000s Richard Sapper for Knoll Management Desk Chair in Cognac Leather
By Knoll, Richard Sapper
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Sapper Series management desk chair, designed by Richard Sapper in 1979. This particular example was produced by Knoll in the 2000s. This is one of Sapper's most iconic wor...
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Early 2000s American Modern Knoll Seating
Materials
Steel
1963 Gordon Bunshaft's Personal Mies van der Rohe Flat Bar Brno Chair
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll, Lilly Reich
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Brno Armchair, model MR50, initially designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Lilly Reich in 1929. This particular example was produced by Knoll in 1963. The design feature...
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1960s American Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Chrome, Steel
1970s Eero Saarinen for Knoll Armless Executive Side Chair
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Saarinen Executive Armless Side Chair, Model 72C, designed in 1950 by Eero Saarinen and produced by Knoll. These particular examples were produced in the 1970s. The listed ...
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1970s American Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Steel
Ettore Sottsass “Westside” Armchairs for Knoll International, 1982, Set of 2
By Ettore Sottsass, Knoll
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Ettore Sottsass “Westside” armchairs for Knoll International, foam and fabric, Italy, 1982, set of two.
The “Westside” collection is an iconic proje...
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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Metal
Eight Chrome Mies van der Rohe Tubular Brno Chairs by Knoll in Green Velvet
By Knoll
Located in Dallas, TX
Completely restored set of eight tubular Brno chairs by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll. Professionally re-upholstered in a green velvet and the chrome is in great condition. "Knoll Inte...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Chrome
Mid-Century Pair of Armchairs by Knoll Associates
By Knoll
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage pair of comfortable armchairs designed by Knoll Associates.
Chairs feature off-white tufted upholstery and sleek polished chrome legs.
Both chairs come with optional arm pr...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Chrome
$3,500 Sale Price / set
48% Off
Knoll Saarinen Executive Arm Chairs in Italian Bouclé and Oak Legs, Set of 6
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Stamford, CT
Eero Saarinen is widely regarded as one of the most important furniture designers of the 20th Century, known for his innovative use of materials and sculptural approach to form. His ...
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2010s Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating
Materials
Fabric, Bouclé, Oak
Warren Platner Sudede Lounge Chair for Knoll International
By Warren Platner, Knoll
Located in New York, NY
Warren Platner Lounge Chair for Knoll International.
reupholstered in a Grey Suede, nickel frame.
The Platner Collection (1966) reflects his belief that there’s room in modernism “f...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Nickel
Krefeld Ottoman ottoman by Mies Van Der Rohe for Knoll
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Ravenna, IT
Pouf designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe for Knoll in 1930. The padded cushion is attached via an inner fabric to the part underneath. The lower part of the ottoman features a fabri...
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1930s Italian Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood
set di 2 Poltrone Lounge Platner Knoll
By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in Milano, MI
La Poltrona Lounge Platner, disegnata nel 1966 da Warren Platner per Knoll International , risulta tutt’oggi una seduta contemporanea. Caratterizzata da linee molto eleganti, present...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating
Materials
Iron
$9,383 Sale Price / set
20% Off
2021 Pair of Knoll Bertoia Side Chairs in Steel w/ Full Seat Covers in Fabric
By Knoll, Harry Bertoia
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a pair of classic Bertoia side chairs, model 420c, originally designed in 1952 by Harry Bertoia for Knoll International. This particular pair dates to 2021. The listed price ...
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2010s American Modern Knoll Seating
Materials
Steel, Chrome
2011 Florence Knoll Three Seat Bench in Blue Fabric 2x Available
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Florence Knoll Bench, designed for Knoll in 1954. This particular example dates to 2011. The design incorporates a simple chromed steel frame with a padded seat that is uph...
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2010s American Modern Knoll Seating
Materials
Steel
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
Set of 18 Mies Van Der Rohe Tubular Brno Chairs by Knoll
By Knoll
Located in Dallas, TX
Completely restored set of eighteen tubular Brno chairs by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll. Professionally re-upholstered in camel color and the chrome is in great condition. "Knoll Inte...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Chrome
Florence Knoll "Model 26" Sofa in Forest Green British Wool & Leather Piping
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Stamford, CT
Florence Knoll's influence on Mid-Century design is immeasurable. As a visionary at Knoll, she curated groundbreaking furniture collections and pioneered modern commercial interiors ...
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Wool, Walnut
Set of 4 Executive Chairs by Eero Saarinen, Knoll International, Germany
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in München, Bavaria
Dimensions larger model: 73 x 60 x 80 x 46 cm (Width x Depth x Height x Seat Height)
Dimensions smaller model: 65 x 65 x 78 x 46 cm (Width x Depth x Height x Seat Height)
The Execu...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating
Materials
Steel
Gio Ponti Cane Seat Armchair for Knoll International
By Knoll, Gio Ponti
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning and rare walnut armchair by Gio Ponti for Knoll International, c.1960s, Italy, is an exquisite example of mid-century craftsmanship. This piece features a modernist and mini...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Cane, Walnut
$8,500 / item
Mid-Century Large Knoll Diamond Bertoia Lounge - Single
By Knoll, Harry Bertoia
Located in Raleigh, NC
1960’s Large Knoll Diamond bertoia lounge designed by Harry Bertoia. Very comfy with rubber pads allowing this lounge to flex for comfort. Bertoia ...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Rare Bertoia diamond chairs with ottoman for Knoll International, 1970s
By Harry Bertoia, Knoll
Located in Antwerpen, VAN
Harry Bertoia’s Diamond Chair, introduced in 1952, is a masterpiece of mid-century design. Crafted from welded steel rods, the chair’s open, airy structure gives the illusion of floa...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Metal
2009 Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Arm Chair in Striped Fabric Model 71APC
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Saarinen Executive Chair, Model 71 APC, originally designed by Eero Saarinen for Knoll in 1950. These particular examples date to 2009, and the listed price includes one ch...
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Early 2000s American Modern Knoll Seating
Materials
Steel
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
Bertoia for Knoll White Metal "Diamond" Chair
By Knoll, Harry Bertoia
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Harry Bertoia (Italian/American, 1915-1978) for Knoll "Diamond" chair in newly powder coated white metal with an authentic yellow or grey exterior seat cushions. Design circa 1952.
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1990s American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating
Materials
Steel
$1,320 Sale Price
20% Off
1986 Pair of Harry Bertoia for Knoll Dining Chairs with Original Full Pads
By Knoll, Harry Bertoia
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a pair of classic Bertoia side chairs, model 420C, designed in 1952 by Harry Bertoia for Knoll International. These chairs have welded steel basket seats and retain their ori...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Steel
2011 Pair of Harry Bertoia for Knoll Chrome Counter Stools w/ Ivory Fabric Pads
By Knoll, Harry Bertoia
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a pair of 427C Counter Stools, originally designed by Harry Bertoia in 1952. These particular examples were produced by Knoll in the USA during 2011. The stools are comprised...
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2010s American Modern Knoll Seating
Materials
Steel
Vintage Lounge Chair by Bruce Hannah and Andrew Morrison for Knoll
By Bruce Hannah & Andrew Morrison, Knoll
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Lounge Chair by Bruce Hannah and Andrew Morrison for Knoll
A fairly more rare variation of the chair in a high back m...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating
Materials
Metal
Mr10 Lounge Chair Mies Van Der Rohe Knoll
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Ghedi, IT
La MR Lounge Chair, creata da Mies van der Rohe per Knoll negli anni '70, è un’icona del modernismo. Realizzata in raffinata pelle verde, fonde stile intramontabile e comfort esclusi...
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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Leather
$3,351 / item
1990, Frank Gehry Powerplay by Knoll International
By Knoll, Frank Gehry
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
$5,744 Sale Price
43% Off
BERTOIA Chair, Model 420, Harry Bertoia for Knoll
By Harry Bertoia, Knoll
Located in Neuss, NW
BERTOIA chair, model 420, designed in the 1940s by Harry Bertoia for Knoll. Frame made of wire mesh with a new felt seat cover in yellow.
Quality Features:
very good workmanshi...
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Metal
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Eero Sarrinen for Knoll Br50 Chairs - Set of 4
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Iconic set of 4 Vintage BR50 Chairs by Eero Saarinen for Knoll. These Mid-Century Modern masterpieces feature Saarinen’s signature sculptural design, with sleek lines and ergonomic c...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating
Materials
Aluminum
$5,560 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Pair of Cesca Armchairs by Marcel Breuer For Gavina Knoll, Italy
By Marcel Breuer, Knoll, Gavina
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Marcel Breuer Cesca Armchairs made in Italy in the 1960s by Knoll Gavina.
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Chrome
Vintage "Womb" Bouclé Chair and Ottoman by Eero Saarinen for Knoll
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Wonderful vintage “womb” bouclé chair and ottoman designed by Eero Saarinen for Knoll in the United States, early 1940s. This chair has a modern design and could be considered even a...
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Chrome
Saarinen Executive Armchairs in Velvet, Swivel Base, Gold Edition, Set of 6
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Wilton, CT
The next generation of Eero Saarinen's famed executive chairs have arrived, 100% authentic Eero Saarinen for Knoll executive chairs completely restored ground-up with an extra touch ...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Steel
Eero Saarinen Limited Edition ‘Conference’ Armchairs of UNESCO Paris
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Eero Saarinen for Knoll International, limited edition ‘Conference’ armchairs, velvet, coated metal, France, Paris, designed in 1957
This pair of armchairs was commissioned by the U...
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Metal
2010s Knoll Bertoia Bar Stools in Satin Chrome w/ Blue Seats
By Knoll, Harry Bertoia
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a classic Bertoia bar stool, model 428C, designed in 1952 by Harry Bertoia for Knoll International. These particular examples date to the mid-2010’s. The listed price inclu...
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2010s American Modern Knoll Seating
Materials
Steel
Warren Platner Easy Lounge Chair for Knoll, 1980s
By Warren Platner, Knoll
Located in Aachen, NW
Early Easy Lounge chair by Warren Platner for Knoll.
The groundbreaking Easy chair was designed in the 1960s by Warren Platner and produced by Knoll in the early 1980s. This mid-ce...
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Mid-20th Century American Knoll Seating
Materials
Aluminum
Set of 8 "Tulip" Chairs by Knoll
By Knoll
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Set of 8 "Tulip" chairs designed by Eero Saarinen (1910 - 1961) and manufactured by Knoll. Glass fiber, aluminium base and synthetic leather cushion.
United States, Circa 1950.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Aluminum
$36,000 / set
1960s Pair of Eero Saarinen for Knoll Full-Back Executive Arm Chairs
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a rare pair of Saarinen Executive Chairs, Model 68 UPC, originally designed by Eero Saarinen for Knoll in 1950. These examples date to the 1960s. The listed price includes th...
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1960s American Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Steel
Otto Zapf Arcona Leather Living Room Set for Art Collection
By Knoll, Otto Zapf
Located in Ludwigslust, DE
This Arcona leather set consists of a 2-seater sofa and two armchairs. The thick black leather is in very good condition with minimal signs of wear. The back and seat cushions, as well as the leather coverings on the armrests, are attached with a zipper system and can be easily removed. The seating comfort is impeccable in both the 2-seater and the armchairs.
Otto Zapf founded the company Vitsoe+Zapf in 1958 together with Niels Vitsoe and cooperated with Dieter Rams. In 1969, Otto Zapf left the joint company and designed the Arcona line for Art Collection...
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1980s German Post-Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Leather
Pair of Ettore Sottsass Knoll Eastside Lounge Chairs Memphis Italy
By Ettore Sottsass, Knoll
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
Eero Saarinen for Knoll 'Executive' Chair in Beige Creme Fabric and Oak
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Eero Saarinen for Knoll International, dining chair, oak, fabric, United States, design 1948, later production
An organic shaped chair designed by Eero Saarinen. A fluid, sculptural...
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Fabric, Oak
1970s Two-Seat Sling Sofa by Hannah Morrison for Knoll in Fabric and Aluminum
By Knoll, Bruce Hannah & Andrew Morrison
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Two-Seat Sling Sofa, designed by Bruce Hannah and Andrew Morrison for Knoll in 1971. It features a polished cast-steel frame, and has an upholstered seat & back. The uphols...
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1970s American Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Steel
Don Albinson Stacking Side Chairs by Knoll Set of 14
By Knoll, Don Albinson
Located in Highland, IN
Important industrial designer Don Albinson, a Cranbrook peer of Charles and Ray Eames, Ralph Rapson, Harry Bertoia and Eero Saarinen worked in the Eames office as head designer for 1...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Aluminum
Saarinen Dining Chairs for Knoll
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Atlanta, GA
Sculptural set of four "Executive" model dining chairs, designed by Eero Saarinen for Knoll, American, circa 2000s.
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Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating
Materials
Metal
$2,500 / set
Eero Saarinen for Knoll Pair of ‘Conference’ Armchairs of UNESCO Paris
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Eero Saarinen for Knoll International, pair of ‘Conference’ armchairs, fabric, lacquered steel, France, Paris, designed in 1957
These armchairs were commissioned by the UNESCO Headq...
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1950s French Scandinavian Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Steel
C. 1946 Pair of Jens Risom Armless Slipper Lounge Chairs in Canvas and Birch
By Knoll, Jens Risom
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a pair of Risom Lounge chairs, Model 654LC, designed by Jens Risom for Knoll in 1943. These are early examples, dating to C. 1946. The listed price includes the pair. Their c...
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1940s American Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Birch
1960s Eero Saarinen for Knoll Womb Chair and Ottoman in New Leather
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an original Womb lounge chair and its accompanying ottoman, models 70L and 74Y, designed by Eero Saarinen for Knoll in 1948. This example was manufactured in the USA in the 1...
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1960s American Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Steel
Harry Bertoia for Knoll 'Bird' Lounge Chair with Ottoman in Welded Steel
By Harry Bertoia, Knoll
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Harry Bertoia for Knoll, 'bird' easy chair with ottoman, lacquered welded steel, United States, design 1952, later production
This Bird armchair with ottoman is a design by Harry Be...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Steel
2007 Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Dining Arm Chairs Model 71APC
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. 1979 Eero Saarinen Executive Swivel Desk Chair w/ Tan Leather Upholstery
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a rare Saarinen Executive Chair, Model 68 UPC, originally designed by Eero Saarinen for Knoll International in 1950. This example dates to ca. 1979. This has many of the feat...
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1970s American Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Steel
2020 Knoll Richard Schultz 1966 Series Outdoor Lounge Chair w/ Arm & Beige Frame
By Knoll, Richard Schultz
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a 2020 production lounge chair with arms designed by Richard Schultz and produced by Knoll. This is a unique example with beige powder coated frame and beige sling...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Knoll Seating
Materials
Metal
Saarinen for Knoll Executive Arm Chairs in Custom Order Contemporary Fabric
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Buffalo, NY
Eero Saarinen for Knoll executive arm chairs in custom order contemporary fabric.
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating
Materials
Chrome
Pair of Bauhaus Wassilly Chairs by Marcel Breur Mid Century c1965 Knoll Stendig
By Knoll, Marcel Breuer
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous pair of Mid Sixties Wassily lounge chairs designed by Marcel Breur during the Bauhaus Movement C1925. These are attributed to Knoll as they have the attributes, saddle leat...
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1960s American Bauhaus Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Steel, Chrome
1960s Mies Van Der Rohe for Knoll MR 20 Dining Chair w/ Arms in Hair on Hide
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a vintage MR20 Armchair, originally designed by Mies van der Rohe in 1927. We believe that it was likely produced by Knoll or Thonet in the 1960s. The chair was part of the c...
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1960s American Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Steel, Metal
Usa modern Black fabric metal Cockcit chairs by Warren Platner for Knoll, 1970s
By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in MIlano, IT
Usa modern Black fabric and metal Cockcit chairs by Warren Platner for Knoll, 1970s
Pair of iconic and vintage cockcit chairs with round base. The structure is made up of curved nickel-plated metal rods welded to rounded frames and the base. The backrest, armrests and seat follow the shapes of the structure and are padded and covered in black fabric. The rounded seat cushion...
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1970s Italian Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Metal
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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- Who is Florence Knoll?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Florence Knoll was an architect and furniture designer who greatly influenced mid-century design. She established the furniture company Knoll, Inc., which continues to manufacture pieces inspired by her designs. Knoll died on January 25, 2019, at the age of 101. Find a collection of Florence Knoll furniture on 1stDibs.
- What is a Knoll Sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A Knoll sofa, or a Knole sofa, is an interesting piece of furniture that’s believed to have its origins in the 1600s and to be the precursor to the modern sofa. It features two side-by-side cushions and arms that are as high as the back of the sofa. The most interesting feature is that these arms can often be tied back or dropped to change the profile of the sofa. Find an assortment of Knole sofas from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Andrew B. Cogan is the CEO of Knoll furniture as of December 2021. He also serves as the Chairman of the Board. He took on the role in 2001. Prior to that time, he worked as the company's COO. Shop a range of Knoll furniture on 1stDibs.
- Does Herman Miller own Knoll?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, the noted furniture brand Herman Miller acquired Knoll in 2021 and announced a new name, MillerKnoll. The new name is meant to take advantage of the long history and reputation that each brand brings to the table and to introduce a new, stronger joint effort to the public. Shop a collection of Herman Miller and Knoll furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022To pronounce Florence Knoll, say "FLO-rens Noll." The "K" in the designer's last name is silent. Florence Knoll's maiden name was Florence Marguerite Schust, pronounced "shusht." She changed her name after marrying Hans Knoll in 1946. Find a range of Florence Knoll furniture on 1stDibs.
- How do I date Knoll furniture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022How to date Knoll furniture depends on the piece. Some pieces feature stickers that bear the brand's name and logo, and the graphics changed over the years. By comparing the style of the logo to samples online, you can estimate the age of the piece. In some cases, the manufacturing year may appear on the sticker. To date a Knoll chair, look for the tag sewn on the back of the seat cushion. Often, the manufacturer prints the date there. You'll find a collection of expertly vetted Knoll furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 15, 2024The history of the Knoll sofa began in 1954. The sofa was made during American designer and entrepreneur Florence Knoll’s direction of the Knoll Planning Unit, the company's pioneering "design consultant service" that would define the look of the postwar workplace. The versatile Florence Knoll sofa, with its angular silhouette and tasteful mix of textures, could as easily fit into the glass lobby of a skyscraper as the living room of a home. That same year, Florence Knoll also introduced a companion lounge chair that coordinated with the sofa. Knoll, Inc. continues to produce the Florence Knoll sofa over half a century after it was introduced, and vintage models are still prized for their sturdy construction and timeless qualities. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Florence Knoll sofas.
- What is a Parker Knoll chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021A Parker Knoll chair is designed by the British furniture manufacturing company Parker Knoll. These chairs are considered to be luxurious — they are handmade in the company’s Nottinghamshire factory from high-quality wood and feature plush upholstery in leather as well as in a variety of fabrics. Find Parker Knoll chairs on 1stDibs.
- Where are Knoll chairs made?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Knoll maintains manufacturing plants in the United States, Canada, and Italy. Countless designers have worked for Knoll over the years to create exquisite furniture that’s beloved by collectors worldwide. Shop a collection of antique and contemporary Knoll chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- Where is Knoll furniture made?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Florence Knoll produced her furniture designs largely in a factory located in East Greenville, Pennsylvania. As of December 2021, the company she founded, Knoll, Inc., manufactures furniture in the same factory, as well as in Grand Rapids, Michigan; Muskegon, Michigan; Toronto, Canada; and Foligno and Graffignana, Italy. Find a selection of Florence Knoll furniture on 1stDibs.
- Where does Florence Knoll live?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Florence Knoll lived in the U.S. throughout her life. She was born in Saginaw, Michigan, on May 24, 1917, and she died in Coral Gables, Florida, on January 25, 2019. From 1940 to 1941, she attended the Chicago Armour Institute in Chicago, Illinois. After that, she lived and worked in New York City for many years. On 1stDibs, find a range of Florence Knoll furniture.
- Who owns Knoll furniture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022MillerKnoll owns Knoll furniture. The company formed when Herman Miller, Inc., acquired Knoll, Inc., on April 19, 2021. The publicly traded company operates from its headquarters in Zeeland, Michigan. Andi Owen serves as its CEO, as of December 2021. Shop a collection of Knoll furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024Where Parker Knoll sofas are made has changed over time. In 2016, the luxury furniture maker moved its factory to Castlewood, Nottinghamshire. Prior to the relocation, the company produced most of its pieces in London and High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Parker Knoll sofas from some of the world's top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024To 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, 2024To 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, 2024To 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, 2024To 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, 2022Florence Knoll made a number of well-known furniture designs and founded the company Knoll, Inc. Some of her most acclaimed pieces include the Florence Knoll lounge chair, the Florence Knoll sofa, the Florence Knoll bench and the Florence Knoll settee. Shop a variety of Florence Knoll furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Knoll began to stamp their furniture in 2004. An authentic stamp consists of the brand's name printed in the correct font. Normally, the manufacturer places the stamp on the upper section of the base. Shop a selection of expertly vetted Knoll furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022You can buy Parker Knoll furniture through an authorized dealer. The manufacturer partners with brick-and-mortar stores all over the world and also works with some online platforms. While you can browse the entire selection of current Parker Knoll designs on their official website, you cannot buy directly from the company online. Shop a collection of Parker Knoll furniture on 1stDibs.