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
Sofa by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe for Knoll International (1965)
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Chicago, IL
Sofa by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe for Knoll International (1965)
Elevate your living space with this exceptional sofa designed by the renowned Ludwig Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Inter...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Oak
$6,400 Sale Price
20% Off
"Butterfly" Chair designed by Designed by Jorge Hardoy-Ferrari for Knoll, 1960s
By Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy, Knoll
Located in Antwerp, BE
Original "Butterfly" chair black lacquered metal and original red leather, suede. Designed by Jorge Hardoy-Ferrari. Manufactured from 1947-1975 by Knoll International. An absolute au...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Metal
$2,205 Sale Price
20% Off
Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive/Dining Chairs Up to 10
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
For your consideration are these Eero Saarinen for Knoll executive chairs. With black / charcoal black wool fabric upholstery by Knoll. they all vary slightly in shade due to what e...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating
Materials
Metal
Charles Pollock Leather Executive Desk Chair in Brown
By Knoll, Charles Pollock
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage Charles Pollock for Knoll leather executive chair redone in medium brown color. This executive desk chair has a swivel base with adjustable height. Swivel base with all wheel...
Category
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Chrome
Oxblood Leather MR Adjustable Chaise Lounge by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Intl
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A beautifully preserved example of the iconic MR Chaise Lounge, originally designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe in 1927 and later produced by Knoll International. This particular piece is best attributed to Knoll’s mid to late 1980s to 1990s production, distinguished by its seamless heavy-gauge tubular steel frame with a continuous bend, stitched (as opposed to riveted) saddle leather support straps, exposed button-head cushion straps, and its original deep oxblood / burgundy leather upholstery. Unlike earlier two-position examples from the 1970s, this model features Knoll’s three-position reclining system, a refinement introduced in the late 20th century to enhance comfort and usability.
The original leather cushion presents beautifully, with a rich, even patina consistent with careful use in a well-maintained environment. As expected of Knoll International’s production in the 1980s and 1990s, the leather is of exceptional quality, supple yet robust, complemented by thick matching saddle-leather straps with stitched detailing that reinforce the chaise’s luxurious character. The polished tubular steel retains its bright luster with only minimal signs of age, while the upholstery remains supple, surface-rich, and clearly consistent with Knoll’s late-20th-century construction methods.
Highly versatile, this MR Adjustable Chaise...
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1990s American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating
Materials
Chrome
$8,800 Sale Price
20% Off
Pair of Mies Van Der Rohe for Knoll International Brno Chairs Steel & Leather
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed in the 1930s by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, this pair of BRNO chairs were made by Knoll. They feature a handosme chromed tubular steel frame and a cantilever design that makes...
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Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Handkerchief Chairs in White by Massimo Vignelli for Knoll Post Modern a Pair
By Massimo Vignelli, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Iconic design by Massimo Vignelli for Knoll. These ethereal chairs, seeming floating in air are fully labeled with an embossed Knoll, Vignelli design and a paper Knoll Label.
This...
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Late 20th Century European Post-Modern Knoll Seating
Materials
Fiberglass
Set of Four Chrome Dining Chairs by Bertoia for Knoll
By Knoll, Harry Bertoia
Located in New York, NY
Set of matching Bertoia side, or dining, chairs in chrome with original white pad seat covers. This nice set is in very fine, original, clean and ready to use condition, the only cav...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating
Materials
Chrome
Pair of Jens Risom Lounge Chairs in brown webbing for Knoll 1950s
By Knoll, Jens Risom
Located in Berlin, DE
Pair of Jens Risom lounge chairs in brown webbing for Knoll. The seat is removable and adjustable from lounge to occasional chairs.
Category
1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
4 Executive Armchairs by Charles Pollock for Knoll Black Leather & 4 Prong Base
By Charles Pollock, Knoll
Located in Topeka, KS
Fabulous MCM (Mid-Century Modern) to Modern Executive armchairs by Charles Pollock for Knoll set of 4. Each chair is comprised of a black leather seat and back with button detail, al...
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating
Materials
Aluminum, Stainless Steel, Chrome
"Diamond" Chair, Harry Bertoia, Knoll Ready for Re-Upholstery, USA, c. 1960s
By Knoll
Located in Deland, FL
Introducing a rare authentically vintage "Diamond" chair designed by the influential Harry Bertoia for Knoll. First designed in 1952 for Knoll, the diamond chair was by far Bertoia's most famous and recognized design and formed part of his 5-piece wire-made body of work for Knoll called the "Bertoia Collection". The Diamond chair is characterized by a fluid, sculptural form made from a welded lattice work of steel. In Bertoia's own words, "If you look at these chairs, they are mainly made of air, like (a) sculpture. Space passes right through them." The chairs were produced with varying degrees of upholstery over their light grid-work, and they were handmade at first because a suitable mass production process could not be found and that's exactly how the upholstery can be re-done for this chair - by hand. Featuring new automotive-grade, single-stage polyurethane paint, this truly iconic chair is ready for re-upholstery a fabric of your choosing.
Harry Bertoia was an Italian-born welder, sculpture and designer who after moving to the US in 1930, began studying design at Cranbrook Academy of Art where he met and befriended the likes of Ray Eames and Florence Knoll. In 1950 he began working for Knoll creating, among others, the now iconic "Diamond Chair" and the "Bird Chair". His work has been internationally recognized for it's forward-thinking approach and it's literal bending of both metal and rules set for Modern design and his work is on permanent display across the globe in such museums as France's Musée National d'Art Moderne.
Knoll, now MillerKnoll, Inc., is an American company founded in 1938 that manufactures office systems, seating, storage systems, tables, desks, textiles, and accessories for the home, office, and higher education. The company is the licensed manufacturer of furniture designed by architects and designers such as Harry Bertoia, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Florence Knoll, Frank Gehry, Charles Gwathmey, Maya Lin, Marcel Breuer, Eero Saarinen, and Lella and Massimo Vignelli. Over 40 Knoll designs, including the "Diamond Chair", can be found in the permanent design collection of the Museum of Modern Art in New York City.
With it's iconic warped-screen frame and famous comfort this "Diamond" Chairs is ideal for collectors and designers alike searching for an authentic, vintage Bertoia chair...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Charles Pollock/Knoll Executive Chairs, Black Leather, USA
By Knoll, Charles Pollock
Located in San Francisco, CA
Stunning authentic mid-century modern Pollock Executive Arm Chair for Knoll. Designed in 1963 by Charles Pollock, this chair has become one of Knoll’s most recognizable and enduring ...
Category
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Aluminum, Stainless Steel
Florence Knoll for Knoll International Sofa c 1950/60's
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in New York, NY
Incredible Mid Century classic sofa, designed by Florence Knoll for Knoll International ( Knoll Park Ave ). This iconic sofa displays all the sophistication, quality and beauty expec...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating
Materials
Chrome
$6,800 Sale Price
20% Off
Set of Wire Dining Table and Four Chairs by Warren Platner for Knoll, US - 1960s
By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in Berlin, DE
Beautiful early set of dining table with smoked glass top and six matching dining chairs with yellow fabric.
Designed by Warren Platner in the early 1960s and manufactured by Knoll I...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating
Materials
Wire
Womb Chair by Eero Saarinen for Knoll
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Chicago, IL
c. 1980s. USA. Classic womb chair in original knoll butter yellow fabric.
Category
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Fabric
Pair of Warren Platner for Knoll Lounge Chairs in Sapphire Velvet
By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in Culver City, CA
Available right now we have 2 pairs of Warren Platner Lounge Chairs. Priced per pair these chairs are a sublime fusion of opulence and iconic design that are timelessly chic. Crafted to perfection, these lounge chairs are not merely pieces of furniture; they are functional pieces or art.
Enveloped in a sumptuous deep sapphire velvet, these lounge chairs redefine comfort and style. The allure of the plush upholstery beckons you to sink into a world of indulgence, with the rich velvety texture against your skin, a tactile symphony that will elevate your relaxation to an art form.
Warren Platner was a luminary in the world of modern design, Platner's career was marked by a relentless pursuit of innovation and elegance. Trained as an architect, he seamlessly transitioned into the realm of furniture design, leaving an indelible mark with his distinctive creations.
Platner's ingenuity was particularly evident in his collaboration with Knoll, a legendary name in the world of modern furniture. Founded in 1938 by Hans Knoll and later joined by his wife Florence Knoll, the company became synonymous with cutting-edge design and a commitment to quality craftsmanship. Knoll became a trailblazer, collaborating with visionaries like Warren Platner to create pieces that would go on to define an era.
The Platner Lounge Chairs, with their unique design and quality materials, stand as a testament to the enduring legacy of both Warren Platner and Knoll. These chairs aren't just pieces of furniture; they are collectors' items, highly sought after by those who appreciate the intersection of art and functionality.
In a world where trends come and go, the Platner Lounge Chairs stand the test of time. They aren't just a place to sit; they are an experience, a visual and tactile journey into the lap of luxury. Owning these chairs isn't just a choice; it's an affirmation of a lifestyle that values the finer things – where comfort meets design, and every piece of furniture is a statement.
These chairs would look incredible in any mid century modern, contemporary or modern environment. We currently have these chairs in our gallery alongside other iconic pieces, and Arne Jacobsen egg chair, and Eero Saarinen dining set...
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating
Materials
Nickel
Set of 4 Impeccable Handkerchief Chairs by Lella & Massimo Vignelli for Knoll
By Knoll, Massimo and Lella Vignelli
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
Forsyth Bespoke Eero Saarinen Womb Chair in Zebra
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
A favorite of the Forsyth design team! We have an incredible collection of vintage chairs and design icons waiting for a new life. Our upcycled Womb Chairs are some of our most popul...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating
Materials
Zebra Hide
$16,800 / item
Florence Knoll for Knoll Ox Blood Leather Bench, 2 Available
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Florence Knoll for Knoll Ox-Blood Red 60" Leather and Chrome Bench. Very nice shape. Two Benches available! one has one small dull spot as seen in photos and the other has rub mar...
Category
Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating
Materials
Chrome
Pair of Brown Saarinen Executive / Dining Chairs or Knoll
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
For your consideration is this pair of Eero Saarinen for Knoll executive chairs. With brown fabric and wool upholstery for Knoll.
These are from the 60's and have been reupholstere...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating
Materials
Metal
Pair of Vintage Mid-Century Modern Black Leather Wassily Lounge Chairs for Knoll
By Stendig Co., Marcel Breuer, Knoll
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of Vintage Mid-Century Modern Black leather wassily lounge chairs for Knoll. The Wassily lounge chair was designed by Marcel Breuer in Black full leather. Has flat caps on the e...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating
Materials
Steel, Chrome
$3,600 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Eero Saarinen - Lounge Sessel "Womb" Knoll International, 1960er
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Rosendahl, DE
Womb Lounge Chair with ottoman by Knoll International, designed by Eero Saarinen and produced in the 1960s. This iconic chair is renowned for its organic shapes and unparalleled comf...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating
Materials
Steel
Mid-Century Slat Bench by Harry Bertoia for Knoll
By Knoll, Harry Bertoia
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Wonderful mid-century slat bench or coffee table by Harry Bertoia for Knoll, 1950s. Stained ash. Early original Bowtie Label (Knoll Associates) that predates Knoll International. Has...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Steel
Bruce Hannah and Andrew Morrison, Knoll Int. Lounge Chair and Ottoman
By Bruce Hannah & Andrew Morrison, Knoll
Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon
Both pieces have been upholstered and the aluminum repainted to its original white, while we preserved the original polished aluminum color on the other frames. The ottoman is rare, ...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Aluminum
Side Chair by Warren Platner for Knoll International
By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in Barcelona, ES
Side chair designed by Warren Platner in 1966 for Knoll International, USA. Sculptural structure made of steel wire rods with velvet fabric upholstery. Labelled with manufacturer log...
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating
Materials
Steel
Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Office Chair
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Armchair on wheels. Very nice original condition. Four Chairs currently available. These are all ...
Category
1990s American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating
Materials
Metal
Set 4 Charles Pollock Armchairs Designed by Charles Pollock for Knoll
By Charles Pollock, Knoll
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...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating
Materials
Chrome
Harry Bertoia for Knoll Int. Bird Chair and Ottoman, Circa 1970
By Knoll, Harry Bertoia
Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon
A pair of pieces that have been together since 1971, both of which are well-known by the designer and the design, so I'd better tell you about this one that's gracing our gallery. It...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Metal
Cini Boeri Two-Seat Sofa for Knoll International, 1970s
By Knoll, Cini Boeri
Located in Den Haag, NL
Two-seat sofa designed by Cini Boeri for Knoll International. Upholstered in smooth black Leather. Model ''Brigadier''
Love the design, low and wide. So 1970s. The wooden base has re...
Category
1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Leather
$3,595 Sale Price
20% Off
Five Harry Bertoia Chrome Wire Dining Chairs by Knoll
By Harry Bertoia, Knoll
Located in San Mateo, CA
Set of five Harry Bertoia side chairs manufactured by Knoll. These chairs date to around 1970. They have a chrome finish. The chairs have black vinyl seat pads. The pads are Knoll re...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating
Materials
Chrome
Pair Of Leather Butterfly Chairs By Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy For Knoll
By Knoll, Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This pair of iconic wrought iron frame BKF-Butterfly lounge chairs by Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy for Knoll is simple yet elegant design. The Butterfly chair model consists of an open, criss-crossing, tubular wrought iron frame with a leather sling seat that slips over the frame. The newly produced, thick tan leather sling covers on these chairs are hand-cut featuring saddle stitching with one horizontal and one vertical seam that places the sitter in a comfortable upright position.
The butterfly chair was designed by Argentine architects Juan Kurchan, Antonio Bonet, and Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy (but Ferrari-Hardoy is considered to be the primary designer), who were inspired by the British military folding chair...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating
Materials
Wrought Iron
Cini Boeri for Knoll 'Brigadier' Three Seater Sofa in Black Leather
By Cini Boeri, Knoll
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Cini Boeri for Knoll, three seater sofa, model 'Brigadier', leather, lacquered wood, Italy, designed in 1976.
Architectural sofa model 'Brigadier' designed by Italian designer Cini...
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood
Midcentury Knoll Brno Chairs by Mies Van Der Rohe in Black
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
For your consideration these upholstered black Brno chairs for Knoll, designed by modernist master architect in 1930. These icons of Bauhaus design e...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating
Materials
Chrome
Donald Knorr Chair for Knoll Associates, 1948
By Donald Knorr, Knoll
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
For your consideration to of six Knorr chairs. Comprised of sheet metal bolted to steel rod legs. This chair is exceptionally rare (a set of six in simply unheard of)
Model #132 cha...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating
Materials
Metal
$2,999 / item
American Midcentury Knoll Studio Armchair by Linda & Joseph Ricchio
By Joe & Linda Ricchio, Knoll
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful single armchair by Knoll great condition solid and sturdy. retains medallion with signature and date.
Category
20th Century American Post-Modern Knoll Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Beech
$620 Sale Price
20% Off
Black Leather Knoll Desk Chair designed by Charles Pollock
By Charles Pollock, Knoll
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Classic black leather desk chair by Charles Pollock and manufactured by Knoll. Executed in black leather and steel base. No tears or missing buttons or screws. Leather in good condit...
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating
Materials
Metal
Mies van der Rohe for Knoll MR Mid Century Black Leather Lounge Chairs - Pair
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Mies van der Rohe for Knoll MR Mid Century Black Leather Lounge Chairs - Pair
Each chair measures: 25 wide x 36 deep x 33 high, with a seat height of 17 and arm height/chair clearan...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating
Materials
Metal
Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Barcelona Stools in Chocolate Brown Leather
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Atlanta, GA
Iconic Pair of Barcelona Stools or Ottomans, designed by Mies van der Rohde for Knoll, American, circa 1980s. They are upholstered in their original chocolate brown leather which is ...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Chrome, Metal
Knoll Saarinen Executive Arm Chairs in Sand Velvet & Ebony Oak Legs
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Stamford, CT
Eero Saarinen is widely regarded as one of the most influential furniture designers of the 20th century, celebrated for his innovative use of materials and sculptural approach to for...
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating
Materials
Velvet, Wood, Ebony, Oak
Mid Century MR Black Leather Arm Chairs by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Detroit, MI
This pair of classic Bauhaus “MR Lounge Chair with Arms” designed by Mies van der Rohe were produced by Knoll circa early 2000s. The model 248LC MR chair is part of the MR Collection...
Category
Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Marcel Breuer B64 Cesca Dining Chairs with Arms set of Six
By Knoll, Marcel Breuer
Located in Chicago, IL
Marcel Breuer B64 Cesca Dining Chairs with Arms set of Six, Italy, the 1970s production.
Seat height 18
Category
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Steel
Wassily Cognac Leather Chairs by Marcel Breuer for Gavina
By Knoll, Marcel Breuer, Gavina
Located in New York, NY
Produced in Italy for Gavina, 1960's. Beautifully crafted leather and chrome frame lounge chair created a thought provoking design based on the principles constructivism.
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Chrome
Midcentury Chrome Bar Stools by Harry Bertoia for Knoll
By Knoll, Harry Bertoia
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Mid century classic and iconic Bertoia for Knoll stools in a high chrome finish. Architectural design, clean original condition, ready to use. Very solid and sturdy showing no loss t...
Category
Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel, Chrome
Forsyth Bespoke Eero Saarinen Womb Chair and Ottoman in Shearling
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
Lead Time: Please allow 10 to 12 weeks to restore a vintage Womb Chair and Ottoman in Shearling.
"Eero Saarinen designed the groundbreaking Wom...
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating
Materials
Sheepskin
Edward Barber & Jay Osgerby Red Sofa For Knoll
By Knoll
Located in Bensalem, PA
Original Knoll 3 seater Barber This was acquired by the original owner and has minimal to no wear was in an office of a upscale estate.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating
Materials
Upholstery
Knoll Leather Brno Tubular Brown Chairs by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Set of 12
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Basildon, London
Introduce a touch of timeless elegance to your living space with the Leather Brno Tubular Brown Chair by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe for Knoll. This iconic piece features a sleek tubula...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating
Materials
Steel
Pair of beige 51W Florence Knoll Lounge Chairs by Knoll Associates, USA, 1950s
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Berlin, DE
Pair of 51W florence Knoll lounge chairs by Knoll Associates, USA 1950s
The chairs have a vintage upholstery. We are offering also reupholstery in our in house workshop.
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Vintage Mid Century "Straight Chair" by George Nakashima
By George Nakashima, Knoll
Located in Oxnard, CA
Here is a beautiful, early "Straight Chair" by George Nakashima. "Introduced in 1946, the Straight Chair is George Nakashima’s modernist interpretation of the traditional Windsor ch...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating
Materials
Birch
Mies Van der Rohe for Knoll Polished Bronze Brno Flat Bar 255 Desk Chair
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in North Miami, FL
The Flat Bar Brno chair model 255 is a remarkable example of modern design by the renowned architect Ludwig Mies van der Rohe. This particular chair is polished bronze, which makes ...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Bronze
Tobia Scarpa “Bastiano” Three-Seater Sofa in Cognac Leather – Fully Restored
By Knoll
Located in Astoria, NY
FREE LOCAL DELIVERY WITHIN NEW YORK CITY
This exceptional Bastiano sofa, designed by Tobia Scarpa for Gavina in the 1960s (later produced by Knoll), is a true icon of Italian modern...
Category
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood
1970s MCM Knoll Poppy Orange Wool & Chrome Bertoia Diamond Armchair
By Harry Bertoia, Knoll
Located in Basel, BS
This listing is for a highly sought after, Classic, authentic custom made orange wool full cover Knoll Bertoia Diamond chair. **The textile...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Chrome
$1,510 Sale Price
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Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Barcelona Chair circa 1979
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Atlanta, GA
Iconic Barcelona Lounge Chair, designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe for Knoll, American, circa 1979. Signed with Knoll label underneath. The leather retains it's warm original patina...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Metal
Knoll Pfister Black Leather Sofa, 1971
By Charles Pfister, Knoll
Located in Chicago, IL
Knoll Pfister Black Leather Sofa, 1971. Original leather
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Leather
Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Barcelona Ottomans circa 1979 Pair Available
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Atlanta, GA
Iconic Barcelona Stools or Ottomans, designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe for Knoll, American, circa 1979. Signed with Knoll labels underneath. Please note they have some cat scratches...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Metal
Pair Knoll Pfister Lounge Chairs, 1980
By Knoll, Charles Pfister
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair Knoll Pfister lounge Chairs, 1980. Original upholstery great condition.
Category
1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Upholstery
$4,200 / set
Pair of Eastside Club Lounge Chairs by Ettore Sottsass for Knoll, 1980s
By Ettore Sottsass, Knoll
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Pair of Eastside Club Lounge Chairs by Ettore Sottsass for Knoll, 1980s
Post modern classic design by Memphis founder Ettore Sottsass. The Eastside drew inspiration from Biedermeier ...
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1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
Post modern Eastside Armchair by Ettore Sottsass for Knoll 1980
By Ettore Sottsass, Knoll
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Post modern East side Arm chair designed by Ettore Sottsass for Knoll 1980. Original purple and lavender upholstery. Has knoll pattern under seat and under chair. Has headrest with s...
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1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Steel
Knoll Frank Gehry Power Play Pair of Bentwood Armchairs and Matching Ottoman
By Knoll, Frank Gehry
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A set of Knoll Frank Gehry "Power Play" armchairs and ottoman. This stunning set of artful furniture designed by Frank Gehry and produced by Knoll feature a bentwood construction with a ribbon-like design. These pieces are inspired by Gehry's childhood, specifically by the apple crates...
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1990s Knoll Seating
Materials
Bentwood
$10,000 Sale Price / set
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Early Restored Mid Century Tan Womb Lounge Chair by Saarinen for Knoll
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Detroit, MI
Note: We have a collection of vintage Eero Saarinen Womb chairs and loveseat settees undergoing restoration and can offer the pieces in multiples and with custom upholstery options. ...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Buffalo Leather Sofa by Robert and Trix Haussmann for Knoll, c. 1988, Signed
By Knoll, Robert and Trix Haussmann
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This phenomenal buffalo leather three-seat sofa is by Robert and Trix Haussmann for Knoll International (designed in 1988) and signed with Knoll decking fabric and Knoll Made in Ital...
Category
1980s Italian Modern Vintage Knoll Seating
Materials
Aluminum
$13,900 Sale Price
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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.