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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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Herman Miller Eames Soft Pad Tall Executive Leather Chair in Tan
Herman Miller Eames Soft Pad Tall Executive Leather Chair in Tan

Herman Miller Eames Soft Pad Tall Executive Leather Chair in Tan

By Knoll, Herman Miller

Located in Wilton, CT

Authentic Herman Miller Eames Tall Executive Soft Pad Tan Leather Chair. These chairs designed by Charles and Ray Eames are the epitome of the concept "form meeting function" as they...

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

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Aluminum, Steel

Ettore Sottsass for Knoll Pair of Eastside Club Lounge Chairs _2 Pairs Available
Ettore Sottsass for Knoll Pair of Eastside Club Lounge Chairs _2 Pairs Available

Ettore Sottsass for Knoll Pair of Eastside Club Lounge Chairs _2 Pairs Available

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

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Metal, Aluminum

Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Barcelona Chair circa 1979
Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Barcelona Chair circa 1979

Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Barcelona Chair circa 1979

By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll

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

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Metal

Mies van der Rohe for Knoll set of Four Bruno Chairs
Mies van der Rohe for Knoll set of Four Bruno Chairs

Mies van der Rohe for Knoll set of Four Bruno Chairs

By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe

Located in Chicago, IL

Mies van der Rohe for Knl set of Four Bruno chairs with arm pads, Original Gray leather with stainless steel frames. * Seat Height (in): 17.5 * ...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

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Stainless Steel

Tan Leather Desk Chair by Otto Zapf for Knoll, 1976 USA
Tan Leather Desk Chair by Otto Zapf for Knoll, 1976 USA

Tan Leather Desk Chair by Otto Zapf for Knoll, 1976 USA

By Knoll, Otto Zapf

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Super comfortable leather desk chairs by Otto Zapf for Knoll International. Early 4 star base. Perfect desk/office chair. Cloud like cushions in the back arms and seat. Chair rotates...

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1970s Italian Vintage Knoll Seating

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Metal

Set of Four Chrome Dining Chairs by Bertoia for Knoll
Set of Four Chrome Dining Chairs by Bertoia for Knoll

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

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Chrome

Charles Pollock for Knoll International Model 1258 Swivel Tilt Desk Chairs, 1965
Charles Pollock for Knoll International Model 1258 Swivel Tilt Desk Chairs, 1965

Charles Pollock for Knoll International Model 1258 Swivel Tilt Desk Chairs, 1965

By Charles Cecil Pollock, Charles Pollock, Knoll

Located in Chicago, IL

Charles Pollock for Knoll International Model 1258 Swivel Tilt Desk Chairs, 1965 Iconic executive chair designed by Charles Pollock for Knoll International, model 1258. A hallmark of...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

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Chrome

Donald Knorr Chair for Knoll Associates, 1948
Donald Knorr Chair for Knoll Associates, 1948

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

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Metal

MR10 Chair by Mies van Der Rohe for Knoll, 1970s
MR10 Chair by Mies van Der Rohe for Knoll, 1970s

MR10 Chair by Mies van Der Rohe for Knoll, 1970s

By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe

Located in Milano, IT

The MR10 chair by Knoll is a masterpiece of original design, envisioned by the legendary Mies van der Rohe. This single chair is nothing short of iconic, its form echoing the innov...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

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Steel, Chrome

Knoll Signed Barcelona Chair and Ottoman by Mies van der Rohe Mid Century Modern
Knoll Signed Barcelona Chair and Ottoman by Mies van der Rohe Mid Century Modern

Knoll Signed Barcelona Chair and Ottoman by Mies van der Rohe Mid Century Modern

By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe

Located in Atlanta, GA

Iconic Barcelona Chair and Ottoman, designed by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll, signed with Knoll label, American, circa 1980s. This chair was originally designed by Mies van der Rohe i...

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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

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Metal

Midcentury Chrome Bar Stools by Harry Bertoia for Knoll
Midcentury Chrome Bar Stools by Harry Bertoia for Knoll

Midcentury Chrome Bar Stools by Harry Bertoia for Knoll

By Harry Bertoia, Knoll

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...

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Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating

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Steel, Stainless Steel, Chrome

Womb Chair by Eero Saarinen for Knoll
Womb Chair by Eero Saarinen for Knoll

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.

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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

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Fabric

"Diamond" Chair, Harry Bertoia, Knoll Ready for Re-Upholstery, USA, c. 1960s
"Diamond" Chair, Harry Bertoia, Knoll Ready for Re-Upholstery, USA, c. 1960s

"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

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Metal

Eero Saarinen Womb Chair and Ottoman, Knoll, USA, 1950s
Eero Saarinen Womb Chair and Ottoman, Knoll, USA, 1950s

Eero Saarinen Womb Chair and Ottoman, Knoll, USA, 1950s

By Knoll, Eero Saarinen

Located in Lewes, East Sussex

An early production Eero Saarinen womb chair and ottoman, made by Knoll, USA, 1950s. Newly upholstered in luxurious pure Alpaca fabric (brown / grey) with a structure of fibreglass, black enameled steel frames and first edition feet / glides. Fast shipping worldwide. When asked by Florence Knoll to design 'a chair that was like a basket full of cushions - something she could really curl up in', Eero Saarinen produced the Womb chair...

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

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Steel

Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Barcelona Ottomans circa 1979 Pair Available
Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Barcelona Ottomans circa 1979 Pair Available

Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Barcelona Ottomans circa 1979 Pair Available

By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe

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

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Metal

Set of 4 Mies Van Der Rohe for Knoll Brno Chairs in Cato Upholstery 60 available
Set of 4 Mies Van Der Rohe for Knoll Brno Chairs in Cato Upholstery 60 available

Set of 4 Mies Van Der Rohe for Knoll Brno Chairs in Cato Upholstery 60 available

By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll

Located in Hudson, NY

Set of 4 Knoll Brno chairs designed by Mies Van der Rohe. These chairs are upholstered in Knoll's Cato upholstery. Color is 'natural'- which reads as a pale oatmeal color. These chai...

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

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Steel

Knoll BRNO Flat Bar Armchairs by Mies van der Rohe, Set of 6
Knoll BRNO Flat Bar Armchairs by Mies van der Rohe, Set of 6

Knoll BRNO Flat Bar Armchairs by Mies van der Rohe, Set of 6

By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll

Located in Culver City, CA

This set of six BRNO armchairs by Knoll takes one of the most disciplined designs of the 20th century and gives it just the right amount of drama. Custom upholstered in a vivid, unap...

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1970s American Bauhaus Vintage Knoll Seating

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Stainless Steel

Set of Six Ettore Sottsass for Knoll 'Mandarin' Dining Chairs in Memphis & Navy
Set of Six Ettore Sottsass for Knoll 'Mandarin' Dining Chairs in Memphis & Navy

Set of Six Ettore Sottsass for Knoll 'Mandarin' Dining Chairs in Memphis & Navy

By Knoll, Ettore Sottsass

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Designed by Italian architect Ettore Sottsass, this set of chairs was manufactured by Knoll, resulting in extraordinary quality. Featuring a sculptural ribbon style main body, they r...

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1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

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Enamel, Steel

Very rare and early Richard Stein Sofa / Daybed for Knoll
Very rare and early Richard Stein Sofa / Daybed for Knoll

Very rare and early Richard Stein Sofa / Daybed for Knoll

By Richard Stein, Knoll

Located in Munich, DE

All original. can be converted to a bed.

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1940s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

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Fabric

1960s Bkf Hardoy Butterfly Chairs for Knoll in Black
1960s Bkf Hardoy Butterfly Chairs for Knoll in Black

1960s Bkf Hardoy Butterfly Chairs for Knoll in Black

By Knoll

Located in Farmingdale, NJ

Vintage BKF Hardoy “Butterfly Chairs” for knoll. Mid 20th century manufacture (1950-1970s) notice the slightly bent “ears” at top. Presented in their origin...

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20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating

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Iron

Florence Knoll for Knoll International Lounge Chair in Teak
Florence Knoll for Knoll International Lounge Chair in Teak

Florence Knoll for Knoll International Lounge Chair in Teak

By Knoll, Florence Knoll

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Florence Knoll for Knoll International, lounge chair, model '51', teak, fabric, United States, 1955 This slipper chair model 51 is designed by Florence Knoll. The teak frame of the chair is sleek in form. The angled seat is placed upon the squared-off frame. Maximum seating comfort is ensured by the wide seat and tilted backrest. Florence Knoll (1917-) was trained as an architect and had a sense of style from a very young age. In 1936 she met Alvar Aalto and was trained by Marcel Breuer, Walter Gropius and Mies van der Rohe. This meant that although she was barely out of her teens, she was educated by the best of the European modernists. When she arrived in New York Knoll worked on interior projects (being the only female) which is how she came to know Hans Knoll. When Florence joined Knoll, the planning unit started. Florence also made sure that the designs where more 'American Modernist' instead of Scandinavian, When Hans Knoll died she...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

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Fabric, Teak

Brno Flat-Bar Chairs in Velvet, Obsidian Gloss by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll
Brno Flat-Bar Chairs in Velvet, Obsidian Gloss by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll

Brno Flat-Bar Chairs in Velvet, Obsidian Gloss by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll

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

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Steel

Restored Eero Saarinen Womb Lounge Chair for Knoll, Fiberglass, 1950s
Restored Eero Saarinen Womb Lounge Chair for Knoll, Fiberglass, 1950s

Restored Eero Saarinen Womb Lounge Chair for Knoll, Fiberglass, 1950s

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. ...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

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Steel, Chrome

Post modern Eastside Armchair by Ettore Sottsass for Knoll 1980
Post modern Eastside Armchair by Ettore Sottsass for Knoll 1980

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

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Steel

Set of Four Brno Arm Chairs by Mies van der Rohe, Black Leather
Set of Four Brno Arm Chairs by Mies van der Rohe, Black Leather

Set of Four Brno Arm Chairs by Mies van der Rohe, Black Leather

By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll

Located in Detroit, MI

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

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

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Steel, Chrome

Forsyth Bespoke Eero Saarinen Womb Chair and Ottoman in Shearling
Forsyth Bespoke Eero Saarinen Womb Chair and Ottoman in Shearling

Forsyth Bespoke Eero Saarinen Womb Chair and Ottoman in Shearling

By Knoll, Eero Saarinen

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...

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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating

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Sheepskin

Mid Century Brown Leather Barcelona Chair by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll, 1983
Mid Century Brown Leather Barcelona Chair by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll, 1983

Mid Century Brown Leather Barcelona Chair by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll, 1983

By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll

Located in Detroit, MI

This vintage mid century modern brown leather Barcelona chair designed by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll was manufactured in 1983. This iconic Bauhaus chair originally designed by Ludwi...

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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

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Steel, Chrome

Knoll Marble Dining Table With 5 Chairs by Eero Saarinen, 1960s
Knoll Marble Dining Table With 5 Chairs by Eero Saarinen, 1960s

Knoll Marble Dining Table With 5 Chairs by Eero Saarinen, 1960s

By Knoll, Eero Saarinen

Located in Oud Beijerland, NL

Magnificent and fully original Tulip dining set designed by Eero Saarinen. It is produced by Knoll International in the 1960s. The set consists of 5 original tulip chairs and the o...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

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Carrara Marble, Metal

Mies Van der Rohe for Knoll Polished Bronze Brno Flat Bar 255 Desk Chair
Mies Van der Rohe for Knoll Polished Bronze Brno Flat Bar 255 Desk Chair

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 ...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

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Bronze

Mid-Century Modern Set of 6 Eero Saarinen Knoll Dining Chairs w Wood Legs C1955
Mid-Century Modern Set of 6 Eero Saarinen Knoll Dining Chairs w Wood Legs C1955

Mid-Century Modern Set of 6 Eero Saarinen Knoll Dining Chairs w Wood Legs C1955

By Knoll, Eero Saarinen

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Fabulous set of six Executive dining chairs by Eero Saarinen for Knoll C1955. These are the bent wood version, walnut. Made and sold to the IBM machine co in the fifties these were ...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

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Fabric, Walnut

Pair of Vintage Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Flat Bar Brno Chairs For Knoll Mohair
Pair of Vintage Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Flat Bar Brno Chairs For Knoll Mohair

Pair of Vintage Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Flat Bar Brno Chairs For Knoll Mohair

By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll

Located in San Diego, CA

These vintage modern Brno flat bar chairs are sleek and timeless. Chairs feature cantilevered, heavy stainless steel flat-bar frames. The seat, backrest and the arched armrest . in m...

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20th Century American Bauhaus Knoll Seating

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Steel

1966 Eero Saarinen for Knoll Womb Chair w/newer Ottoman Reupholstered
1966 Eero Saarinen for Knoll Womb Chair w/newer Ottoman Reupholstered

1966 Eero Saarinen for Knoll Womb Chair w/newer Ottoman Reupholstered

By Eero Saarinen, Knoll

Located in Palm Springs, CA

A wonderful early vintage Eero Saarinen for Knoll Womb Chair. The chair dates from 1966. We had it upholstered and it is stamped with the date on the shell of 1966. We have had the c...

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1960s American Vintage Knoll Seating

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Wool

Set of 2 Vintage MR10 Chairs by Mies van Der Rohe for Knoll, 1970s
Set of 2 Vintage MR10 Chairs by Mies van Der Rohe for Knoll, 1970s

Set of 2 Vintage MR10 Chairs by Mies van Der Rohe for Knoll, 1970s

By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll

Located in Milano, IT

The MR10 chairs produced for Knoll represent an original furniture design conceptualized by Mies van der Rohe. These vintage chairs are iconic, with frames that draw inspiration from...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

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Chrome

White Wire Side Chair by Harry Bertoia for Knoll, Pair Circa 1952
White Wire Side Chair by Harry Bertoia for Knoll, Pair Circa 1952

White Wire Side Chair by Harry Bertoia for Knoll, Pair Circa 1952

By Knoll

Located in Van Nuys, CA

The Bertoia Side Chair is a timeless icon of mid-century modern design, originally created by Italian-born sculptor and designer Harry Bertoia in 1952 for Knoll. Renowned for its air...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

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Aluminum

Wonderful No. 26 Sofa by Florence Knoll for Knoll International
Wonderful No. 26 Sofa by Florence Knoll for Knoll International

Wonderful No. 26 Sofa by Florence Knoll for Knoll International

By Florence Knoll, Knoll

Located in Munich, DE

Rare no.26 by florence knoll in showroom condition. Hardly used only re-upholstered and used one time for a photo shooting and very exclusive model redone with very cosy fabric in wa...

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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

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Metal

Ludwig Mies Van Der Rohe for Knoll Krefeld Chairs- A Pair
Ludwig Mies Van Der Rohe for Knoll Krefeld Chairs- A Pair

Ludwig Mies Van Der Rohe for Knoll Krefeld Chairs- A Pair

By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

Wonderful pair of club chairs designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe for Knoll circa 2004. The original design of these was from the 1920s. These are very well made and comfortable cha...

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Early 2000s American Bauhaus Knoll Seating

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Leather, Ash

Set of Four Warren Platner Dining Armchairs for Knoll, 1960s
Set of Four Warren Platner Dining Armchairs for Knoll, 1960s

Set of Four Warren Platner Dining Armchairs for Knoll, 1960s

By Knoll, Warren Platner

Located in Paddock Wood Tonbridge, GB

Warren Platner Dining chairs An iconic set of four Warren Platner dining armchairs for Knoll, designed in the 1960s and instantly recognisable for their sculptural elegance and archi...

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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

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Steel

Oxblood Leather MR Adjustable Chaise Lounge by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Intl
Oxblood Leather MR Adjustable Chaise Lounge by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Intl

Oxblood Leather MR Adjustable Chaise Lounge by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Intl

By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll

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

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Chrome

Saarinen Executive Armchair in Original Black Leather, Steel Tubular Legs
Saarinen Executive Armchair in Original Black Leather, Steel Tubular Legs

Saarinen Executive Armchair in Original Black Leather, Steel Tubular Legs

By Eero Saarinen, Knoll

Located in Wilton, CT

Manufactured by Knoll Furniture, the mid-century classic vintage Eero Saarinen Executive Armchair in its original black leather and chromed steel tubular legs. We have more chairs av...

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1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

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Chrome

Authentic Mint Set of Four Midcentury Knoll Brno Chairs by Mies van der Rohe
Authentic Mint Set of Four Midcentury Knoll Brno Chairs by Mies van der Rohe

Authentic Mint Set of Four Midcentury Knoll Brno Chairs by Mies van der Rohe

By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe

Located in BROOKLYN, NY

Special order red leather chairs upholstered by Knoll. Beautiful showing very little use.

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1990s North American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating

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Chrome

Early Eero Saarinen for Knoll Womb Chair and Ottoman Re-upholstered
Early Eero Saarinen for Knoll Womb Chair and Ottoman Re-upholstered

Early Eero Saarinen for Knoll Womb Chair and Ottoman Re-upholstered

By Knoll, Eero Saarinen

Located in Palm Springs, CA

A wonderfully redone vintage 1960’s Eero Saarinen for Knoll Womb chair and ottoman. It has been reupholstered in a beautiful Knoll fabric designed by Nick Cave called Garden Vert. Fr...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

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Wool

Ludwig Mies Van Der Rohe for Knoll Krefeld Benches- A Pair
Ludwig Mies Van Der Rohe for Knoll Krefeld Benches- A Pair

Ludwig Mies Van Der Rohe for Knoll Krefeld Benches- A Pair

By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

Wonderful pair of benches designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe for Knoll circa 2004. The original design of these was from the 1920s. These are very well made and comfortable with a ...

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Early 2000s American Bauhaus Knoll Seating

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Leather, Ash

Bauhaus MR 20 Black Leather Arm Chairs by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll, 1979
Bauhaus MR 20 Black Leather Arm Chairs by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll, 1979

Bauhaus MR 20 Black Leather Arm Chairs by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll, 1979

By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll

Located in Detroit, MI

This pair of vintage Bauhaus Mies van der Rohe MR 20 black leather cantilever arm chairs were made by Knoll in 1979. The MR chair was designed by modernist architect Ludwig Mies van ...

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1970s American Bauhaus Vintage Knoll Seating

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Steel, Chrome

2x Original Knoll International Wassily chair Sessel Breuer schwarz
2x Original Knoll International Wassily chair Sessel Breuer schwarz

2x Original Knoll International Wassily chair Sessel Breuer schwarz

By Knoll, Marcel Breuer

Located in Berlin, DE

Wir bieten einen von insgesamt zwei originalen "Wassily" Sesseln (Mod. 50 LCL 80) von Knoll International zum Verkauf an. Der Entwurf stammt von Marcel Breuer aus dem Jahr 1925 und g...

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2010s German Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating

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Steel, Chrome

1960s Set of Four Marcel Breuer for Knoll / Gavina Cesca Chairs
1960s Set of Four Marcel Breuer for Knoll / Gavina Cesca Chairs

1960s Set of Four Marcel Breuer for Knoll / Gavina Cesca Chairs

By Knoll, Marcel Breuer, Gavina

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a set of four Cesca Arm Chairs, originally designed by Marcel Breuer in 1928. These particular examples were manufactured by Knoll / Gavina in Italy in the 1960s. The classic...

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1960s Italian Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

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Steel

"Barcelona" Mies Van Der Rohe for Knoll 1970s Black Leather Lounge Chair
"Barcelona" Mies Van Der Rohe for Knoll 1970s Black Leather Lounge Chair

"Barcelona" Mies Van Der Rohe for Knoll 1970s Black Leather Lounge Chair

By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll

Located in Brescia, IT

Black leather in perfect condiction Upholstery in excellent condiction Chrome in excellent condiction "Knoll International" sticker label.   

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

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Metal

Forsyth Bespoke Eero Saarinen Womb Chair and Pouf Ottoman in Patagonia Shearling
Forsyth Bespoke Eero Saarinen Womb Chair and Pouf Ottoman in Patagonia Shearling

Forsyth Bespoke Eero Saarinen Womb Chair and Pouf Ottoman in Patagonia Shearling

By Knoll, Eero Saarinen

Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO

A favourite 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 p...

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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating

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Sheepskin

Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Brno Flat Bar Armchair 255 AC, Black Leather, Italy
Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Brno Flat Bar Armchair 255 AC, Black Leather, Italy

Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Brno Flat Bar Armchair 255 AC, Black Leather, Italy

By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Brno Flat Bar Armchair 255AC, Black Leather with armpads (original design). The Tugendhat House, often considered to b...

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

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Stainless Steel

Pair of Knoll International Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Brno Leather Lounge Chairs
Pair of Knoll International Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Brno Leather Lounge Chairs

Pair of Knoll International Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Brno Leather Lounge Chairs

By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe

Located in Wayne, NJ

Pair Of Knoll International Mies Van Der Rohe Brno leather lounge chairs from 1971 If you are in the New Jersey , New York City Metro Area , please contac...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Leather

Pair of Bertoia child's chairs by Knoll
Pair of Bertoia child's chairs by Knoll

Pair of Bertoia child's chairs by Knoll

By Knoll, Harry Bertoia

Located in Highland, IN

The classic Bertoia wire chair was produced in the standard size for adults, but also in two smaller sizes for children. This pair is the larger of the two kid's sizes. They were often marketed with the Noguchi cyclone side table as a diminutive version of the dinette set to be used as a child's activity table...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Steel

One Vintage Jens Risom for Knoll Lounge Chairs
One Vintage Jens Risom for Knoll Lounge Chairs

One Vintage Jens Risom for Knoll Lounge Chairs

By Knoll, Jens Risom

Located in Pasadena, TX

One mid-century modern armless lounge chair designed by Jens Risom for Knoll originally in 1946. This early design has a hard maple frame with new linen upholstery.

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1950s Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Fabric, Maple

Rare Bar Stools by Knoll Circa 1960s Set of 3
Rare Bar Stools by Knoll Circa 1960s Set of 3

Rare Bar Stools by Knoll Circa 1960s Set of 3

By Knoll

Located in Oakland, CA

Set of 3 Knoll modernist bar stools a very rare variant with only a handful that have ever been avaible on the open market and are not listed in any of their catalogs. Having black e...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

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Steel, Chrome, Enamel

Leather Box Style Loveseat Sofa by Charles Pfister for Knoll
Leather Box Style Loveseat Sofa by Charles Pfister for Knoll

Leather Box Style Loveseat Sofa by Charles Pfister for Knoll

By Knoll, Charles Pfister

Located in New York, NY

Chic, sophisticated, and voguish loveseat sofa, designed by Charles Pfister for Knoll. This example was executed in grayish blue leather, it is in good, original condition, showing l...

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Late 20th Century American International Style Knoll Seating

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Leather

Early Restored Mid Century Ivory Wool Womb Chair by Saarinen for Knoll Multiples
Early Restored Mid Century Ivory Wool Womb Chair by Saarinen for Knoll Multiples

Early Restored Mid Century Ivory Wool Womb Chair by Saarinen for Knoll Multiples

By Eero Saarinen, Knoll

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. ...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

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Steel, Chrome

Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Arm Chairs Set of 4/ 2 SETS Available!
Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Arm Chairs Set of 4/ 2 SETS Available!

Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Arm Chairs Set of 4/ 2 SETS Available!

By Eero Saarinen, Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Armchairs, sold in sets of 4! Two Sets of 4 Available! Classic Comfortable large chair. Perfect for dining rooms or conference! These came from ...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

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Chrome

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
    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 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 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 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 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 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 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
    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 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
    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 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
    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.
  • 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 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 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 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.