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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 seatinglounge 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
1950s Florence Knoll Associates Three Seat Sofa Redone by East Penn Upholstery
1950s Florence Knoll Associates Three Seat Sofa Redone by East Penn Upholstery

1950s Florence Knoll Associates Three Seat Sofa Redone by East Penn Upholstery

By Florence Knoll, Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Listed for sale is an original Florence Knoll three-seater sofa, designed by the renowned Florence Knoll and produced by Knoll Associates. This example was produced during the later ...

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1950s American Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

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Steel

1947 George Nakashima for Knoll N19 Straight Chair in Natural Birch
1947 George Nakashima for Knoll N19 Straight Chair in Natural Birch

1947 George Nakashima for Knoll N19 Straight Chair in Natural Birch

By George Nakashima, Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Listed for sale is a gorgeous early George Nakashima for Knoll N19 birch straight chair, produced by Knoll Associates. This chair appears to be natural birch. It shows some wear from...

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1940s American Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

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Birch

Mid-Century Modern Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Armless Chairs, Set of 4
Mid-Century Modern Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Armless Chairs, Set of 4

Mid-Century Modern Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Armless Chairs, Set of 4

By Knoll, Eero Saarinen

Located in Secaucus, NJ

Stunning authentic Mid-Century Modern set of four Saarinen executive armless chairs by Knoll. One of Knoll most popular designs that achieved comfort through the shape of its shell. ...

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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Warren Platner for Knoll Mid Century Dining Chair
Warren Platner for Knoll Mid Century Dining Chair

Warren Platner for Knoll Mid Century Dining Chair

By Knoll, Warren Platner

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Warren Platner for Knoll Mid Century Dining Chair This chair measures: 28.5 wide x 22 deep x 29.5 inches high, with a seat height of 18.5 and arm height/chair clearance of 24.5 inch...

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

Materials

Metal

Model 71 Dining Chair by Eero Saarinen for Knoll
Model 71 Dining Chair by Eero Saarinen for Knoll

Model 71 Dining Chair by Eero Saarinen for Knoll

By Eero Saarinen, Knoll

Located in GORINCHEM, NL

A confident presence, and unmistakably Saarinen, this Model 71 dining chair embodies over seventy years of refined design thinking, where comfort, elegance, and innovation converge i...

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1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Steel

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

By Knoll, Warren Platner

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

1940s Jens Risom For Knoll Associates 666 WSP Dining Chair with Webbing in Maple
1940s Jens Risom For Knoll Associates 666 WSP Dining Chair with Webbing in Maple

1940s Jens Risom For Knoll Associates 666 WSP Dining Chair with Webbing in Maple

By Knoll, Jens Risom

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Listed for sale is an original Jens Risom for Knoll Associates 666 WSP dining chair, circa 1940s. The chair is in gorgeous original condition with some patina and wear shown to the s...

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1940s American Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

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Maple

Bauhaus Armchair "Brno" by Mies van der Rohe and Lily Reich, 1980
Bauhaus Armchair "Brno" by Mies van der Rohe and Lily Reich, 1980

Bauhaus Armchair "Brno" by Mies van der Rohe and Lily Reich, 1980

By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll

Located in Beograd, RS

In this listing you will find a refined example of the iconic Brno chair, originally designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe for the Tugendhat House (1930), this piece embodies the puri...

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1980s American Bauhaus Vintage Knoll Seating

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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

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

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Aluminum

Set of 3 Piton Stools by Edward Barber & Jay Osgerby for Knoll, Signed
Set of 3 Piton Stools by Edward Barber & Jay Osgerby for Knoll, Signed

Set of 3 Piton Stools by Edward Barber & Jay Osgerby for Knoll, Signed

By Edward Barber and Jay Osgerby, Knoll

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Set of three Piton stools designed by Edward Barber and Osgerby in 2013 and manufactured by Knoll. The stools are made in die cast steel with a wooden swivel seat. All of the t...

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2010s American Post-Modern Knoll Seating

Materials

Steel

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

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

By Knoll, Marcel Breuer

Located in Philadelphia, PA

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

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1980s American Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

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Steel

Mid-Century Modern Knoll Bertoia Wire Bar Counter Stool
Mid-Century Modern Knoll Bertoia Wire Bar Counter Stool

Mid-Century Modern Knoll Bertoia Wire Bar Counter Stool

By Harry Bertoia, Knoll

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Single Knoll bar stool by Harry Bertoia. Seat pad labeled with tag and printed into the fabric Knoll. Has some loss to vinyl coating, pictured. Very ti...

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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Steel

1960s Harry Bertoia for Knoll Diamond Lounge Chair with Black Seat Cushion
1960s Harry Bertoia for Knoll Diamond Lounge Chair with Black Seat Cushion

1960s Harry Bertoia for Knoll Diamond Lounge Chair with Black Seat Cushion

By Knoll, Harry Bertoia

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Bertoia Diamond Lounge Chair, originally designed in 1952 by Harry Bertoia for Knoll International. This particular example dates to the 1960s. The design consists of a whi...

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1960s American Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

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Steel

Set of Eight Eero Saarinen Tulip Chairs for Knoll, Mid-Century, 1950
Set of Eight Eero Saarinen Tulip Chairs for Knoll, Mid-Century, 1950

Set of Eight Eero Saarinen Tulip Chairs for Knoll, Mid-Century, 1950

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

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Aluminum

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

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

By Knoll, Richard Sapper

Located in Philadelphia, PA

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

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1990s American Modern Knoll Seating

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Steel

1990s Richard Sapper for Knoll Office / Desk Chair with Black Fabric and Frame
1990s Richard Sapper for Knoll Office / Desk Chair with Black Fabric and Frame

1990s Richard Sapper for Knoll Office / Desk Chair with Black Fabric and Frame

By Knoll, Richard Sapper

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Listed for sale is a (multiple chairs are available but the price listed is for one chair) Richard Sapper for Knoll office / desk chair in black fabric with black enameled frame. Thi...

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1990s American Modern Knoll Seating

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Steel

Mid-Century Modern Red Wire Diamond Lounge Patio Chair by Harry Bertoia Knoll
Mid-Century Modern Red Wire Diamond Lounge Patio Chair by Harry Bertoia Knoll

Mid-Century Modern Red Wire Diamond Lounge Patio Chair by Harry Bertoia Knoll

By Knoll, Harry Bertoia

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A classic diamond chair designed by Harry Bertoia and produced by Knoll. This chair features a red factory powder coat. Always used indoors but could be used as a patio chair.

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Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating

Materials

Wire

Mid 20th Century Knoll Antimott Recliner & Footstool c.1960
Mid 20th Century Knoll Antimott Recliner & Footstool c.1960

Mid 20th Century Knoll Antimott Recliner & Footstool c.1960

By Knoll

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

Mid 20th Century Knoll recliner from the Antimott range by the German furniture maker, dating back to 1960's. This chair and ottoman have been reupholstered in a soft sage green fabr...

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20th Century German Other Knoll Seating

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Fabric, Wood

C. 2006 Richard Sapper for Knoll Executive Desk Chair in Black Leather
C. 2006 Richard Sapper for Knoll Executive Desk Chair in Black Leather

C. 2006 Richard Sapper for Knoll Executive Desk Chair in Black Leather

By Knoll, Richard Sapper

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Sapper Executive Desk chair, initially designed by Richard Sapper for Knoll in 1979. These particular examples were produced C. 2006. They a...

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Early 2000s American Modern Knoll Seating

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Steel

1960s Eero Saarinen for Knoll Womb Chair and Ottoman in New Leather
1960s Eero Saarinen for Knoll Womb Chair and Ottoman in New Leather

1960s Eero Saarinen for Knoll Womb Chair and Ottoman in New Leather

By Knoll, Eero Saarinen

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

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Steel

1960s Richard Schultz Daybed Lounge w/ Cream Hopsack Upholstery and Metal Legs
1960s Richard Schultz Daybed Lounge w/ Cream Hopsack Upholstery and Metal Legs

1960s Richard Schultz Daybed Lounge w/ Cream Hopsack Upholstery and Metal Legs

By Knoll, Richard Schultz

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is an uncommon Daybed, designed in circa 1958 by Richard Schultz for Knoll International. Around the same time, Florence Knoll & Charles Niedringhaus were designing their own se...

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1960s American Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

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Steel

Pair of Harry Bertoia Wire Barstools for Knoll With Red Pads, Signed
Pair of Harry Bertoia Wire Barstools for Knoll With Red Pads, Signed

Pair of Harry Bertoia Wire Barstools for Knoll With Red Pads, Signed

By Harry Bertoia, Knoll

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Add a touch of modern elegance to your home with this exquisite Pair of Harry Bertoia Wire Barstools for Knoll With Red Pads, Signed. Crafted with precision and artistry, these iconi...

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

Materials

Steel

Knoll Postmodern Black Lacquered Ricchio Armchairs, Pair
Knoll Postmodern Black Lacquered Ricchio Armchairs, Pair

Knoll Postmodern Black Lacquered Ricchio Armchairs, Pair

By Knoll

Located in South Bend, IN

An exceptional pair of iconic Postmodern armchairs or dining captain chairs By Joseph and Linda Ricchio for Knoll USA, Circa Early 21st Century (originally designed in 1990) Black...

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

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Upholstery, Maple, Lacquer

2010s Knoll Saarinen Executive Arm Chair in Orange Fabric 1x Available
2010s Knoll Saarinen Executive Arm Chair in Orange Fabric 1x Available

2010s Knoll Saarinen Executive Arm Chair in Orange Fabric 1x Available

By Knoll, Eero Saarinen

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Saarinen Executive Arm Chair, Model 71A, designed in 1950 by Eero Saarinen and produced by Knoll. The listed price includes one chair. This particular example was produced ...

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2010s American Modern Knoll Seating

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Steel

Pilot Low Back Swivel Chair by Barber & Osgerby for Knoll, USA, 2016
Pilot Low Back Swivel Chair by Barber & Osgerby for Knoll, USA, 2016

Pilot Low Back Swivel Chair by Barber & Osgerby for Knoll, USA, 2016

By Edward Barber and Jay Osgerby, Knoll

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Contemporary Pilot Low Back swivel chair designed by Edward Barber & Jay Osgerby for Knoll, USA, 2016. This innovative lounge chair blends visual lightness with exceptional ergonomic...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Knoll Seating

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Aluminum

Knoll Desk Swivel Chair designed by Hannah Bruce and Andrew Morrison on Wheels
Knoll Desk Swivel Chair designed by Hannah Bruce and Andrew Morrison on Wheels

Knoll Desk Swivel Chair designed by Hannah Bruce and Andrew Morrison on Wheels

By Bruce Hannah & Andrew Morrison, Knoll

Located in Antwerp, BE

A functional and very elegant design of a swivel desk chair with arm rest and rollers very practical for all office spaces. Designed by Hannah Bruce and Andrew Morrison for KNOLL, 19...

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1970s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

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Metal

Robert Venturi Grandma Sofa in the Original Tan / Taupe Leather for Knoll.
Robert Venturi Grandma Sofa in the Original Tan / Taupe Leather for Knoll.

Robert Venturi Grandma Sofa in the Original Tan / Taupe Leather for Knoll.

By Knoll, Robert Venturi

Located in Kansas City, MO

A single Robert Venturi matching leather Grandma Sofa manufactured by Knoll, 1980s. Very good original condition. No tears or scuffs to the leather. Light signs of use. Minimal hone...

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1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

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Leather

Rare Early Pair of Eero Saarinen Womb Chairs and Ottomans, Knoll, USA, 1950s
Rare Early Pair of Eero Saarinen Womb Chairs and Ottomans, Knoll, USA, 1950s

Rare Early Pair of Eero Saarinen Womb Chairs and Ottomans, Knoll, USA, 1950s

By Eero Saarinen, Knoll

Located in Lewes, East Sussex

A very rare pair of early production Eero Saarinen womb chairs and ottomans, made by Knoll, USA, 1950s. Fibreglass, black enameled steel frames and first edition feet / glides. Newl...

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

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Steel

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

By Knoll, Max Pearson

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...

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1980s American Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Steel

2006 Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Tubular Brno Chair in Leather w/ Thin Pad
2006 Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Tubular Brno Chair in Leather w/ Thin Pad

2006 Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Tubular Brno Chair in Leather w/ Thin Pad

By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Brno dining chair, model 245A, originally designed by Mies van der Rohe in 1929. This particular example was produced in 2006 by Knoll. The listed price includes one chair,...

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Early 2000s American Modern Knoll Seating

Materials

Steel

2013 SM1 Sofa in Orange Leather by Shelton Mindel for Knoll
2013 SM1 Sofa in Orange Leather by Shelton Mindel for Knoll

2013 SM1 Sofa in Orange Leather by Shelton Mindel for Knoll

By Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a 2013 production SM1 Sofa, designed by Shelton Mindel and produced by Knoll. The sofa was specially ordered in orange leather with very nice hand feel. It's in terrific cond...

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2010s American Modern Knoll Seating

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Steel

2010s Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Desk Chairs w Blue Leather 6x Available
2010s Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Desk Chairs w Blue Leather 6x Available

2010s Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Desk Chairs w Blue Leather 6x Available

By Eero Saarinen, Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Saarinen Executive Arm Chair with swivel base designed in 1948 by Eero Saarinen and produced by Knoll. This particular example was produced in the 2010s. The design feature...

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2010s American Modern Knoll Seating

Materials

Steel

Pair of Warren Platner "Easy" Lounge Chairs and Ottoman
Pair of Warren Platner "Easy" Lounge Chairs and Ottoman

Pair of Warren Platner "Easy" Lounge Chairs and Ottoman

By Warren Platner, Knoll

Located in North Miami, FL

Luxurious PAIR of model 1705 easy lounge chairs and matching ottoman, designed by Warren Platner for Knoll. Zinc steel wire rods are bent and welded to form a graceful, sculptural si...

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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

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Steel

2009 Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Arm Chair in Striped Fabric Model 71APC
2009 Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Arm Chair in Striped Fabric Model 71APC

2009 Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Arm Chair in Striped Fabric Model 71APC

By Eero Saarinen, Knoll

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

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Steel

Emilio Ambasz Knoll Stacking Office Chair Plastic and Metal
Emilio Ambasz Knoll Stacking Office Chair Plastic and Metal

Emilio Ambasz Knoll Stacking Office Chair Plastic and Metal

By Emilio Ambasz, Knoll

Located in Chula Vista, CA

AMBIANIC presents Emilio Ambasz for Knoll Office Chair stackable ergonomic modern design. Price per chair. Maker stamped. Plastic with metal frame 31.25 tall x 24.5 w 20d Seat 17.5 A...

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Early 2000s American Modern Knoll Seating

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Metal

BERTOIA Chair, Model 420, Harry Bertoia for Knoll
BERTOIA Chair, Model 420, Harry Bertoia for Knoll

BERTOIA Chair, Model 420, Harry Bertoia for Knoll

By Harry Bertoia, Knoll

Located in Neuss, NW

BERTOIA chair, model 420, designed in 1952 by Harry Bertoia for Knoll. Frame made of wire mesh with a new seat cover in grey. Quality Features: very good workmanship high-q...

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

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Metal

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

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...

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Early 2000s Knoll Seating

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Mohair, Bentwood

1960s Warren Platner for Knoll Lounge Chairs Nickel w/ Grey Fabric 4x Available
1960s Warren Platner for Knoll Lounge Chairs Nickel w/ Grey Fabric 4x Available

1960s Warren Platner for Knoll Lounge Chairs Nickel w/ Grey Fabric 4x Available

By Knoll, Warren Platner

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Platner Lounge Chair, model 1715L, initially designed by Warren Platner for Knoll in 1966. These examples date to the 1960s. The listed price includes one chair, and we have four chairs available for purchase. The frames of these chairs are composed of nickel-plated steel rods that are welded together, and the seats are upholstered in a dark silver grey geometrically patterned fabric. Each chair measures 25.5 inches long, 36.25 inches wide, and is 30.25 inches tall. Their seat height is 18.5 inches. The chair frames have patina present on the nickel-plated steel. The fabric is in decent shape, though there is wear apparent around the arms, and there is loose fabric...

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1960s American Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

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Steel, Nickel

2008 Knoll Divina Two Seat Sofa/Settee by Piero Lissoni in Volo Leather Model 68
2008 Knoll Divina Two Seat Sofa/Settee by Piero Lissoni in Volo Leather Model 68

2008 Knoll Divina Two Seat Sofa/Settee by Piero Lissoni in Volo Leather Model 68

By Piero Lissoni, Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Divina Two-Seater Settee, designed by Piero Lissoni for Knoll in 2001. This example dates to 2008. The piece is upholstered in a chocolate-brown leather, likely Volo leathe...

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Early 2000s American Modern Knoll Seating

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Steel

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

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...

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1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

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Metal

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

By Knoll, Jørgen Kastholm

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

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Steel

C. 1958 Pair of Florence Knoll 84 ULB Lounge Arm Chairs in Fabric and Wood
C. 1958 Pair of Florence Knoll 84 ULB Lounge Arm Chairs in Fabric and Wood

C. 1958 Pair of Florence Knoll 84 ULB Lounge Arm Chairs in Fabric and Wood

By Florence Knoll, Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is an unusual pair of Florence Knoll Armchairs, model 84 ULB, initially designed by Florence Knoll in 1956. We date this pair to C. 1958, and the listed price includes the pair....

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1950s American Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

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Steel

Knoll International 1601 Model Stackable Chairs by Don Albinson 1970s
Knoll International 1601 Model Stackable Chairs by Don Albinson 1970s

Knoll International 1601 Model Stackable Chairs by Don Albinson 1970s

By Don Albinson, Knoll

Located in Debrecen, HU

Mid-century modern comfort and durability – Don Albinson’s classic design! Discover the iconic stackable chair from the 1970s, designed by Don Albinson for Knoll International. The ...

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1970s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

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Aluminum

Mid-Century Modern Eero Saarinen for Knoll Brown Executive Arm Chair
Mid-Century Modern Eero Saarinen for Knoll Brown Executive Arm Chair

Mid-Century Modern Eero Saarinen for Knoll Brown Executive Arm Chair

By Eero Saarinen, Knoll

Located in Secaucus, NJ

Stunning authentic Mid-century modern Saarinen Executive Arm Chair by Knoll. One of Knoll most popular designs that achieved comfort through the shape of its shell. Was introduced in...

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

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Warren Platner for Knoll big Easy Lounge Chair with Bronzed Finish
Warren Platner for Knoll big Easy Lounge Chair with Bronzed Finish

Warren Platner for Knoll big Easy Lounge Chair with Bronzed Finish

By Knoll, Warren Platner

Located in Palm Springs, CA

A beautiful Warren Platner Big Easy Chair for Knoll. Originally purchased in the 1980's this chair was recently re-upholstered in a pretty Knoll fabric....

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1980s American Vintage Knoll Seating

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Steel

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

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

By Knoll, Charles Pollock

Located in Topeka, KS

Incredible MCM (Mid-Century Modern) to Modern Executive armchairs by Charles Pollock for Knoll set of 10. Each chair is comprised of a black leather seat and back with button detail,...

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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating

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Aluminum, Stainless Steel, Chrome

2004 Vincent Cafiero for Knoll Black Leather Executive Desk Chair, Model 180SPS.
2004 Vincent Cafiero for Knoll Black Leather Executive Desk Chair, Model 180SPS.

2004 Vincent Cafiero for Knoll Black Leather Executive Desk Chair, Model 180SPS.

By Vincent Cafiero, Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

These are Cafiero Executive Desk Chairs, Model 180 SPS, designed by Vincent Cafiero for Knoll in 1960. These examples date to 2004. The listed price includes one Cafiero chair, and w...

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Early 2000s American Modern Knoll Seating

Materials

Enamel, Steel

Set 4 Charles Pollock Armchairs Designed by Charles Pollock for Knoll
Set 4 Charles Pollock Armchairs Designed by Charles Pollock for Knoll

Set 4 Charles Pollock Armchairs Designed by Charles Pollock for Knoll

By Knoll, Charles Pollock

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Set of four executive armchairs design by Charles Pollock for Knoll International. These chairs are signed and dated 1977 with original fabric. All chairs are in good vintage conditi...

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

Materials

Chrome

1960s Eero Saarinen Knoll International Black Fabric Executive Arm Dining Chair
1960s Eero Saarinen Knoll International Black Fabric Executive Arm Dining Chair

1960s Eero Saarinen Knoll International Black Fabric Executive Arm Dining Chair

By Knoll, Eero Saarinen

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Listed for sale is an Executive Armchair with tubular legs designed by Eero Saarinen and produced by Knoll. This chair was at one point in its life professionally reupholstered in a ...

Category

1960s American Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Metal

Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Mid Century Sofa
Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Mid Century Sofa

Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Mid Century Sofa

By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Mid Century Sofa This sofa measures: 91 wide x 36 deep x 29 inches high, with a seat height of 15 and arm height of 24.75 inches Good Vintage Condition ...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Harry Bertoia for Knoll Vintage Bird Lounge Chair
Harry Bertoia for Knoll Vintage Bird Lounge Chair

Harry Bertoia for Knoll Vintage Bird Lounge Chair

By Harry Bertoia, Knoll

Located in Saint Louis, US

Harry Bertoia for Knoll International bird chair. This iconic lounge chair and ottoman were originally designed by Harry Bertoia in 1952 and manufactured by Knoll International. Each...

Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Metal

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

Mies van der Rohe MR Rattan Armless Side Chair by Knoll

By Knoll

Located in Sag Harbor, NY

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

Category

2010s American Knoll Seating

Materials

Stainless Steel

Early Knoll Power Play Bentwood Ottoman or Footstool by Frank Gehry, 1993
Early Knoll Power Play Bentwood Ottoman or Footstool by Frank Gehry, 1993

Early Knoll Power Play Bentwood Ottoman or Footstool by Frank Gehry, 1993

By Knoll, Frank Gehry

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine Power Play ottoman or footstool. By Knoll. Designed by Frank Gehry. In woven strips of blonde bent wood. With folding legs that allow the ottoman to be either flush to the ...

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1990s American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating

Materials

Wood, Bentwood

Original Florence Knoll Sofa Modell 65a Couch Knoll Intenational
Original Florence Knoll Sofa Modell 65a Couch Knoll Intenational

Original Florence Knoll Sofa Modell 65a Couch Knoll Intenational

By Knoll, Florence Knoll

Located in Berlin, DE

Wir bieten ein wunderschönes Vintage Sofa von Knoll International zum Verkauf an. Der Entwurf stammt von Florence Knoll Bassett und ist bekannt unter der Modellbezeichnung 65a. In un...

Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Steel

Knoll Ettore Sottsass "Mandarin" Post-modern Dining Chairs, Set of 6
Knoll Ettore Sottsass "Mandarin" Post-modern Dining Chairs, Set of 6

Knoll Ettore Sottsass "Mandarin" Post-modern Dining Chairs, Set of 6

By Knoll, Ettore Sottsass

Located in Miami, FL

Knoll Ettore Sottsass "Mandarin" Post-modern Dining Chairs, Set of 6 Offered for sale is a set of 6 Knoll North America Ettore Sottsass "Mandarin" Post-modern Dining Chairs from the...

Category

Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Knoll Seating

Materials

Metal

Vintage Knoll  53 Inch Ottoman Or Pouf
Vintage Knoll  53 Inch Ottoman Or Pouf

Vintage Knoll 53 Inch Ottoman Or Pouf

By Knoll

Located in Houston, TX

Vintage Knoll 53 Inch Ottoman Or Pouf. Offered is a handsome oversized round ottoman or pouf manufactured by Knoll. This very large ottoman is currently...

Category

1970s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Knoll Bertoia Side Chair, With Black Leather Pads, Black Pair
Knoll Bertoia Side Chair, With Black Leather Pads, Black Pair

Knoll Bertoia Side Chair, With Black Leather Pads, Black Pair

By Knoll, Harry Bertoia

Located in Wilton, CT

The black Bertoia side chair is a sculptural, modern classic that blends art, comfort, and industrial elegance. Designed by Harry Bertoia, the chair features a delicate lattice of w...

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating

Materials

Metal, Steel, Chrome

Tulip Dining Chairs by Eero Saarinen for Knoll International, 1970s, Set of 6
Tulip Dining Chairs by Eero Saarinen for Knoll International, 1970s, Set of 6

Tulip Dining Chairs by Eero Saarinen for Knoll International, 1970s, Set of 6

By Eero Saarinen, Knoll

Located in bruxelles, BE

Set of 4 chairs and 2 armchairs in fibreglass, aluminium and green fabric. The chairs turn but the armchairs do not. Stamped Knoll. Seat height: 47 cm. Armchair width: 67 cm. Wear du...

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1970s Central American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Aluminum

Knoll seating for sale on 1stDibs

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

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