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
Mid century Florence Knoll Sofa #57 Parallel Bar System - needs upholstery
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage circa 1960 Midcentury Florence Knoll Parallel Bar System sofa Model #57 three-seat sofa with arms. Designed by Florence Knoll for Knoll Int. USA. Solid Steel frame and is in ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating
Materials
Steel
Leather Webbed Armchair Model 652W by Jens Risom for Knoll
By Knoll, Jens Risom
Located in New York, NY
Early Lounge Chair Model 652W design, 1950s designed by Jens Risom for Knoll International. Features a solid maple frame with original woven Leather straps. This label has one of the...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Leather, Maple
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
2000s Pair of Harry Bertoia Diamond Child Size Lounge Chairs w/ Seat Pads
By Knoll, Harry Bertoia
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a pair of original Diamond Lounge Chairs in the children’s size, Model 421LS, initially designed by Harry Bertoia for Knoll in 1952. The listed price includes the pair. The...
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Early 2000s American Modern Knoll Seating
Materials
Steel
Pair of Saarinen Executive Armchairs Knoll Mid-Century Modern
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Grand Cayman, KY
Enhance your space with this timeless pair of Mid-Century Organic Modern Executive Armchairs by renowned designer Eero Saarinen for Knoll. These iconic chairs feature a classic 4-leg...
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1960s American Organic Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Metal
Warren Platner Wire Lounge Chair for Knoll Grey Velvet, 2000s
By Warren Platner, Knoll
Located in Aachen, NW
Impressive Grey Knoll fabric Lounge chair by Warren Platner for Knoll.
The groundbreaking lounge chair was designed in the 1960s by Warren Platner and produced by Knoll in the earl...
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Mid-20th Century American Knoll Seating
Materials
Aluminum
Eero Saarinen for Knoll Set of Four Dining Chairs in Blue Upholstery
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Eero Saarinen for Knoll, set of four dining chairs, model '72', chrome-plated steel, fabric, United States, design 1948, production 1994
Set of four organic shaped chairs designed ...
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Gray Velvet Lounge Chair by Warren Platner for Knoll International
By Warren Platner, Knoll
Located in Renens, CH
Originally designed by Warren Platner in 1966 for Knoll International, this design icon consists of steel rods curved and welded to a circular frame.
The lounge chair is relativel...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating
Materials
Metal
Pair of Mies van der Rohe for Knoll 'Brno' White Leather and Chrome Tube Armchai
By Knoll
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of American Mid-Century 'Brno' armchairs with chrome tube frames and white leather upholstery. (Mies Van Der Rohe for Knoll International)(Priced as Pair).
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating
Materials
Metal, Chrome
1980s Charles Pfister for Knoll Club Chair in Navy Blue Leather, Model 1051C
By Knoll, Charles Pfister
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Pfister Lounge Chair, model 1051C, originally designed by Charles Pfister in 1971. This example dates to the 1980s. The design features a steel frame with plywood inserts, ...
Category
1980s American Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Steel
Brno Flat-Bar Chairs Velvet, Obsidian Gloss by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll, 10
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Wilton, CT
The definition of minimalism in a singular design, achieved by the great Ludwig Mies van der Rohe in 1929; the Brno flat-bar chair is just that. We have edited these contemporary ite...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Bauhaus Knoll Seating
Materials
Steel
1950s Set of Four Harry Bertoia for Knoll Child Size Side Chair No. 425-N
By Knoll, Harry Bertoia
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a set of four Child's Bertoia Side Chair with seat cushion, originally designed by Harry Bertoia in 1955. These particular examples were produced by Knoll in the USA in the 1...
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1950s American Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Steel
Mid-Century Modern Scoop Leather Lounge Chair By Jens Risom For Knoll
By Knoll, Jens Risom
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
Mies van der Rohe Brno Tubular Armchair by Knoll
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Mies van der Rohe Tubular Brno Chair, 2 available, priced separately. Chrome is super clean, leather shows wear and tear. Chairs are from the 1980's with Knoll labels. Use as is or r...
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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Chrome
Eero Saarinen Knoll 2020 Executive Side Chair w/ Wood Legs & Ivory Leather
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a single (two are available for sale) 2020 production Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive side chair with ivory leather and ebonized walnut wooden legs. This appears...
Category
2010s American Modern Knoll Seating
Materials
Wood, Leather
2010's Knoll Mies Van Der Rohe Krefeld Loveseat Sofa Fabric Sets Available
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a (sold separately) gorgeous and original Mies Van Der Rohe Krefeld Sofa, produced by Knoll.
Multiples of these two-seater sofas are a...
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2010s American Modern Knoll Seating
Materials
Fabric
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 ...
Category
2010s American Modern Knoll Seating
Materials
Steel, Chrome
C. 2010 Pair of Marcel Breuer for Knoll Cesca Dining Arm Chairs w/ Black Leather
By Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a pair of Cesca armchairs, model 50A, originally designed by Marcel Breuer in 1928. The listed price includes the pair of chairs. These examples were manufactured by Knoll ci...
Category
2010s American Modern Knoll Seating
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Pair of Model 420, Side Chairs with White Metal Frame by Harry Bartoia for Knoll
By Knoll, Harry Bertoia
Located in Milan, IT
Set of two Model 420 side chairs by Harry Bertoia for Knoll.
Early edition with white metal frame and black seat pad.
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Metal
Massimo Vignelli for Knoll International Postmodern Handkerchief Chairs, Twelve
By Massimo Vignelli, Knoll
Located in South Bend, IN
A stylish set of twelve Postmodern stacking "handkerchief" chairs
By Massimo Vignelli for Knoll International
USA, 1980s
Molded fiberglass seat...
Category
1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Steel
1970 Knoll Womb Chair Green Wool
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
A vintage womb chair and ottoman designed by Eero Saarinen for Knoll. Reupholstered in a thick nubby textured wool blend. This fabric was deadstock from Vladimir Kagan’s estate and i...
Category
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Chrome
1990s Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Tubular Brno Chair w/ Thin Pad in Leather
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Brno Tubular Steel Armchair, Model 245A, originally designed by Mies van der Rohe in 1930. These particular examples were produced by Knoll in Italy in the 1990s. The liste...
Category
1990s Italian Modern Knoll Seating
Materials
Steel
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...
Category
Early 2000s American Modern Knoll Seating
Materials
Steel
Living Room Set by Florence Knoll, USA, 1960
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A stunning living room set from the “Parallel Bar” series, designed by Florence Knoll for Knoll International, manufactured in the United States of America, circa 1960.
Made of the highest quality chrome-plated metal with beautiful beige fabric upholstery. The seats have a wonderful modern design that are very recognizable for the style of Knoll. Smooth, modern and very inviting! The armrests add to the wonderful seating comfort. This set will make a wonderful addition to any decor, adding style, class and comfort the interior!
The sizes for the chair are W. 79 x D. 50 x H. 77 (SH. 41) cm
The sizes for the sofa are W. 158 x D. 48 x H. 75 (SH. 38) cm
The set remains in very good condition with minor wear consistent with age and use, preserving a beautiful patina.
Florence Knoll Bassett (born May 24, 1917) is an American architect and furniture designer who studied under Mies van der Rohe and Eliel Saarinen. She was born Florence Schust.
In 1938, Hans Knoll founded his furniture company by that name in New York. In 1943, Florence Schust convinced Hans she could help bring in business to his company even in America’s wartime economy by expanding into interior design by working with architects. With her architectural background and design flair, she succeeded. They married in 1946, she became a full business partner and together they founded Knoll Associates. A new furniture factory was established in Pennsylvania and dealers in Knoll’s furniture were carefully added over the next several years.
Florence Knoll felt architects should contribute their design ability to furniture as well. Some of these furniture designs would become design icons of the 20th century and have remained in the Knoll line for decades due to their timeless design. When Hans Knoll died in a car accident in 1955, Florence Knoll took over operation of the company. Florence Knoll herself designed chairs, sofas, tables and casegoods during the 1950s, many of which remain in the Knoll line to this day. In 1958 she married Harry Hood Bassett.
Her American interpretation of Minimalist, rationalist design theories is clearly evident in Knoll’s storage pieces. She mixed woods and metals to great effect and added laminates as they became popular. Dressers and desks are all square in design but never lack for quality. Hanging cabinets have glass shelves, sliding doors and drop down fronts that can be used as bars.
As an architect, Knoll’s most famous creations are the Connecticut General Life...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating
Materials
Metal
Eero Saarinen Limited Edition ‘Conference’ Armchairs of UNESCO Paris
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
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
1960s Warren Platner Dining Arm Chair in Bronze Finish w/ Hopsack Upholstery
By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Platner Dining Armchair, model 1725, initially designed by Warren Platner for Knoll in 1966. This is an early example, dating to the late 1960s. The frame of this chair is ...
Category
1960s American Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Steel
Pair of Florence Knoll lounge chairs for Knoll International
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Langemark-Poelkapelle, BE
Pair of Florence Knoll lounge chairs designed in 1954 for the Lounge collection by Florence Knoll Bassett for Knoll International.
New cognac-colored upholstery!
Category
Late 20th Century Belgian Knoll Seating
Materials
Chrome
Eight Chrome and Camel Colored Mies van der Rohe Tubular Brno Chairs by Knoll
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 camel color and the chrome is in great condition. "Knoll Interna...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Chrome
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...
Category
Early 2000s American Modern Knoll Seating
Materials
Steel
C. 1941 Jens Risom for Knoll Associates Three-Seater Sofa/Settee w/ New Webbing
By Jens Risom, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a three-seater settee, designed by Jens Risom for Knoll Associates in 1941. The piece has a frame constructed of pine (or possibly birch), and has newly re-done webbed straps...
Category
1940s American Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Copper
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...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Chrome
1960s Pair of Warren Platner for Knoll Dining Arm Chairs with Bronze Frames
By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a pair of Platner Armchairs, designed by Warren Platner for Knoll in 1966. These are early examples, dating to the late 1960s. The frames of these chairs are composed of pati...
Category
1960s American Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Steel
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...
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating
Materials
Aluminum, Stainless Steel, Chrome
Mid Century Silver Diamond Wire Chair by Bertoia for Knoll
By Harry Bertoia, Knoll
Located in Detroit, MI
This vintage mid century modern diamond wire lounge chair designed by Harry Bertoia (American, 1915-1978) for Knoll is circa 1970. The chair has welded steel rod construction and thi...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Steel, Wire
Eero Saarinen for Knoll Womb Chair and Ottoman in Off-White Boucle
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Dallas, TX
Eero Saarinen's iconic womb chair with ottoman. We have restored this 20th Century chair with a beautiful high-quality off-white boucle with a black undertone. Super soft and this ch...
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating
Materials
Chrome
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
1992 Knoll Handkerchief Stacking Chairs by Massimo & Lella Vignelli 12+ Avail
By Knoll, Lella & Massimo Vignelli for Casigliani
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Knoll Handkerchief Chair by Lella and Massimo Vignelli in Red, introduced in 1983. The price listed is for each chair. These chairs are very resilient, and stackable with a...
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1990s American Modern Knoll Seating
Materials
Steel
Eero Saarinen Executive Armless Chair for Knoll
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Eero Saarinen executive armless chair for Knoll. Inspired by his Womb chair design, the molded chair back melds to the sitter for...
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Knoll Seating
Materials
Wool
2007 Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Tubular Brno Dining Chairs in Patterned Fabric
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Brno Tubular-Steel Armchair, Model 245, originally designed by Mies van der Rohe in 1930. The listed price includes one chair, and we have several chairs available for purc...
Category
Early 2000s American Modern Knoll Seating
Materials
Steel
1960s Eero Saarinen for Knoll 152 White Tulip Stools 4x Available
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
These are 152 Tulip Stools, originally designed by Eero Saarinen in 1956. These particular examples were produced by Knoll in the USA in the 1960s. The stools are comprised of vinyl ...
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1960s American Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Aluminum
Set of 4 Impeccable Handkerchief Chairs by Lella & Massimo Vignelli for Knoll
By Massimo and Lella Vignelli, Knoll
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of 4 stacking 'Handkerchief' chairs designed by Massimo and Lella Vignelli for Knoll International. This set was produced in 1991 and retains its original tags.
Massimo and Lella Vignelli both studied architecture before founding the Vignelli Office of Design and Architecture in 1960. In 1971 they established Vignelli Associates, a vehicle for focusing on projects that incorporated their industrial, furniture and graphic design talents. Their diverse portfolio includes corporate identity work for IBM, American Airlines, and Bloomingdales as well as signage for the New York Subway system and Washington, D.C.
Additionally, Vignelli Associates contributed two furniture designs to the Knoll portfolio: the Handkerchief chair (designed together with David Law) and the Paperclip table...
Category
1990s Italian Post-Modern Knoll Seating
Materials
Chrome
1952, Harrie Bertoia for Knoll International a Set of Wire Dining Chairs
By Knoll, Harry Bertoia
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
This item 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 Beach...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Metal
Eero Saarinen Designed Grasshopper Chair
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This iconic mid-century design was made by Knoll and created by Eero Saarinen. Simple design with a wow factor! Two bentwood slats comprise the entire frame, and come from behind to ...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating
Materials
Bentwood
2010s Pair of Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Krefeld Lounge Chairs in Brown Leather
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a pair of Krefeld Lounge Chairs, Model 751, initially designed by Mies van der Rohe and Lilly Reich in 1927. These particular chairs were produced by Knoll in the USA in the ...
Category
2010s American Modern Knoll Seating
Materials
Steel
Set of 4 chairs Harry Bertoia Knoll International 1980s upholstered
By Harry Bertoia, Knoll
Located in Berlin, DE
We are offering for sale a beautiful set of 4 upholstered chairs by Knoll International from the 1980s. The design is by Harry Bertoia and is characterized by its functional elegance...
Category
1980s American Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Fabric
Mid-Century Set of 4 Cesca Dining Chairs by Marcel Breuer for Knoll
By Knoll, Marcel Breuer
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
Dining Cesca chairs designed by Marcel Breuer in 1928 and produced since that year till today. Chrome plated tubular frame, seat in fabric and back with rattan and frame in natural b...
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1920s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Metal
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...
Category
1990s German Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating
Materials
Wood, Plywood
Pair of Vintage Arm Chairs by Knoll
By Knoll
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Discover a pair of timeless elegance with these mid-century armchairs, authentically designed by Rudolf Gätzl for Walter Knoll. Crafted in the 1970s by Rudolf Gätzl, they're freshly ...
Category
1970s French Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Chrome
Saarinen Executive Armless Chair in Emerald Green Velvet, Vintage Swivel Base
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Wilton, CT
We've been restoring Saarinen executive chairs for years in every fabric one can imagine, right in our very own workroom. We’ve restored these vintage chairs using an elegant Italian...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Steel
1970s Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Side Chairs in Rust Velvet
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Saarinen Executive Side Chair, model 72C, designed by Eero Saarinen for Knoll in 1950. These particular examples date to the 1970s. The listed price includes one chair, and...
Category
1970s American Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Steel
2022 Eero Saarinen for Knoll Child Size Womb Chair in White Leather, Model 70LS
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an original Children’s Womb lounge chair, Model 70LS, initially designed by Eero Saarinen for Knoll in 1948. This particular example was manufactured by Knoll in the USA ci...
Category
2010s American Modern Knoll Seating
Materials
Steel
C. 1979 Eero Saarinen Executive Swivel Desk Chair w/ Tan Leather Upholstery
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
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...
Category
1970s American Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Steel
1990 Pair of Knoll International New Weissenhof Chairs Trix & Robert Haussmann
By Knoll, Trix and Robert Haussmann
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a pair of Upholstered Club Chairs from 'The Lounge Seating' series, designed by the Swiss husband-and-wife design duo Robert and Trix Haussmann for Knoll International in 198...
Category
1990s Italian Modern Knoll Seating
Materials
Aluminum
Pair of Warren Platner for Knoll Easy Chairs in Holly Hunt White Boucle'
By Warren Platner, Knoll
Located in Dallas, TX
Discover the epitome of mid-century modern elegance with this pair of iconic Warren Platner Easy Chairs for Knoll, now reupholstered in luxurious Holly Hunt white boucle'. Our dedica...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating
Materials
Nickel
1999 Charles Pfister for Knoll Settee Loveseat from IBM Headquarters Model 1052C
By Charles Pfister, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an original Tuxedo Love Seat Settee, Model 1052C, designed by Charles Pfister for Knoll in 1971. This example dates to 1999. The piece retains its original upholstery, which ...
Category
Early 2000s American Modern Knoll Seating
Materials
Steel
Early Warren Platner Large Wire Lounge Chair for Knoll , C.1970 Cado Wool Woven
By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in Buffalo, NY
Warren Platner model 1705 easy wire lounge chair for Knoll
Designer: Warren Platner
Knoll International
USA - Circa 1970s
Condition: Very...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Nickel
2014 Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Side Chair Model 72C in Red Fabric
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. This particular example was produced in 2014. The design features...
Category
2010s American Modern Knoll Seating
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Euro Saarinen Womb Chair & Ottoman redone in Anni Albers Knoll Eclat Weave
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A stunning Eero Saarinen Womb chair and ottoman for Knoll redone in a Knoll Eclat Tangeine fabric which is an Anni Albers Iconic 1974 design translated into a weave in 2007.
Eclat ...
Category
Early 2000s American Knoll Seating
Materials
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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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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 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.
- 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, 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.
- 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.