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Knoll Seating

Mid-century modern design in America wouldn’t look the way it does without Knoll. The company’s acclaimed seatinglounge chairs, armchairs, office chairs and other furnishings created by a who’s who of designers and by Knoll’s pioneering cofounder, Florence Knoll (1917–2019) — helped define high-rise corporate culture and was rapidly adopted for use in living rooms, where it endures as a timeless favorite all over the world.

“Many of the designs that he had at that time were ones that I did not approve of,” Florence Knoll once recalled of her German-born husband, Hans Knoll (1914–55), the son of German modernist furniture manufacturer Walter Knoll.

A native of Michigan, Florence already had a world-class immersion in design when she met Hans. Orphaned at age 12, she was enrolled at Kingswood School, part of the Cranbrook Academy of Art, which became the go-to school for legends of mid-century design. Florence became very close with Cranbrook head Eliel Saarinen, his wife and their son, Eero. She later studied with Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and worked for Marcel Breuer and Bauhaus school founder Walter Gropius. When Florence married Hans in 1946, he had been at work since 1938 on his own eponymous furniture line in New York City.

With Florence’s design acumen, the Knolls turned the company into a powerhouse of modernist design. The Knoll Planning Unit, created by Florence in the mid-1940s, designed office spaces for the likes of GM and CBS, helping to define the postwar corporate aesthetic.

The department’s small team designed furniture with practicality, efficiency and sleekness in mind, attributes that clearly define furnishings such as Eero Saarinen’s sculptural Executive chair, which was introduced in 1948 as the Model 72 and used for the General Motors Technical Center in Warren, Michigan. (The armed version, which followed in 1950, was also specified for the campus, an architectural project of Saarinen’s.) This seating, as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients, soon became desirable for apartments and houses.

Knoll collaborated with an all-star cast of designers, including Saarinen, whose Womb chair arose from Florence’s request for “a chair that was like a basket full of pillows.” The catalogue includes some of the century’s most recognizable forms: Saarinen’s Tulip chairs, Harry Bertoia’s wire-lattice Diamond chair, the Cyclone table by artist Isamu Noguchi and pieces by Massimo and Lella Vignelli, Jens Risom, Marcel Breuer and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, who granted Knoll exclusive permission to produce his designs. The manufacturer continues to produce the only authorized version of the elegant and oft-copied Barcelona chair, which Mies created in collaboration with designer Lilly Reich, his creative and romantic partner.

By 1950 — when production for Knoll was moved to East Greenville, Pennsylvania — more than one third of the designs in the company’s portfolio were Florence’s own. She thought of her furniture as “meat and potatoes,” mere practicality.

“People ask me if I am a furniture designer,” she once said. “I am not. . . . I designed the fill-in pieces that no one else was doing.” But decades later, her own designs, like the Florence Knoll sofa, with its clean architectural lines, and her Bauhaus-inspired Lounge chair, are icons in their own right.

In 2021, Knoll was acquired by Herman Miller, another legendary American furniture manufacturer that turned a number of designers into mid-century household names. The combined company operates under the name MillerKnoll.

Find a collection of vintage Knoll dining chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs.

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Creator: Knoll
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

Warren Platner Arm Chair by Knoll, Mid-Century Modern, 1977
Warren Platner Arm Chair by Knoll, Mid-Century Modern, 1977

Warren Platner Arm Chair by Knoll, Mid-Century Modern, 1977

By Knoll, Warren Platner

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Single Warren Platner Arm chair made by Knoll. Distinctive wire design with pedestal motif and rounded back. Comfort and design from the mid-century! Please specify how many of 3 you...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating

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Metal, Wire

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

Don Pettit for Knoll #1105 Bentwood Armchairs Set of Five
Don Pettit for Knoll #1105 Bentwood Armchairs Set of Five

Don Pettit for Knoll #1105 Bentwood Armchairs Set of Five

By Knoll

Located in East Freetown, MA

Set of five bentwood office chairs by Don Pettit for Knoll International with tag and label. With original orange fabric and cushions (stiff).

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

Materials

Fabric, Bentwood

Knoll International Sling Lounge Chair by Hannah Morrison Set of 2
Knoll International Sling Lounge Chair by Hannah Morrison Set of 2

Knoll International Sling Lounge Chair by Hannah Morrison Set of 2

By Knoll, Bruce Hannah & Andrew Morrison

Located in Munich, Bavaria

Knoll International manufactured these chairs. Bruce Hannah & Andrew Morrison design this circa 1970 and it was used in public spaces and as well in living rooms. The metal frame c...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

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Aluminum

1970s Bill Stephens for Knoll Office Armchair in Oak and Orange Fabric
1970s Bill Stephens for Knoll Office Armchair in Oak and Orange Fabric

1970s Bill Stephens for Knoll Office Armchair in Oak and Orange Fabric

By Bill Stephens, Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Bill Stephens Desk Chair, originally designed for Knoll in the 1960s. This particular example dates back to the 1970s. The chair is comprised of a bentwood frame with a sea...

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1970s American Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

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Aluminum

Model 71 Dining Chair in La Toile du Peintre by Eero Saarinen, USA 1960s
Model 71 Dining Chair in La Toile du Peintre by Eero Saarinen, USA 1960s

Model 71 Dining Chair in La Toile du Peintre by Eero Saarinen, USA 1960s

By Knoll, Eero Saarinen

Located in GORINCHEM, NL

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

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

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Steel, Chrome

Pair of Early Knoll Model 71 Saarinen Chairs
Pair of Early Knoll Model 71 Saarinen Chairs

Pair of Early Knoll Model 71 Saarinen Chairs

By Eero Saarinen, Knoll

Located in Hanover, MA

Pair of early model 71 Saarinen executive chairs by Knoll in ivory vinyl with polished stainless steel legs and all original glides. Labels absent but there's the presence of the out...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

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Stainless Steel

Restored Mid Century Green Womb Lounge Chair by Saarinen for Knoll
Restored Mid Century Green Womb Lounge Chair by Saarinen for Knoll

Restored Mid Century Green Womb Lounge Chair by Saarinen for Knoll

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

Materials

Steel, Chrome

C. 2021 Marcel Breuer Cesca Bar Stool in Crimson Fabric w/ Cantilever Base
C. 2021 Marcel Breuer Cesca Bar Stool in Crimson Fabric w/ Cantilever Base

C. 2021 Marcel Breuer Cesca Bar Stool in Crimson Fabric w/ Cantilever Base

By Knoll, Marcel Breuer

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is an armless Cesca bar stool, model 51CH, originally designed by Marcel Breuer in 1928. The listed price includes one Cesca bar stool. This example was...

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2010s American Modern Knoll Seating

Materials

Steel, Chrome

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 Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe

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

1960s Mies van der Rohe Flat Bar Brno Chair in Polished Stainless w/ Leather
1960s Mies van der Rohe Flat Bar Brno Chair in Polished Stainless w/ Leather

1960s Mies van der Rohe Flat Bar Brno Chair in Polished Stainless w/ Leather

By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll, Lilly Reich

Located in Philadelphia, PA

These are Brno Armchairs, model MR50, initially designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Lily Reich in 1929. These particular examples were produced by Knoll in the 1960s. The listed...

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1960s American Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

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Steel

1990s Ettore Sottsass Studio Westside Lounge Chair in Multi-Color Fabric
1990s Ettore Sottsass Studio Westside Lounge Chair in Multi-Color Fabric

1990s Ettore Sottsass Studio Westside Lounge Chair in Multi-Color Fabric

By Ettore Sottsass, Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Westside Collection Lounge Armchair, initially designed by Ettore Sottsass for KnollStudio in 1983. Not too many of these were produced. This one dates to the 1990s based o...

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1980s American Modern Vintage 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

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Mies van der Rohe Brno Tubular Armchair by Knoll, Leather & Chrome
Mies van der Rohe Brno Tubular Armchair by Knoll, Leather & Chrome

Mies van der Rohe Brno Tubular Armchair by Knoll, Leather & Chrome

By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Mies van der Rohe Tubular Brno Chair, 2 available, priced separately. Chrome is super clean, leather shows wear and tear. Chairs are from the 1980's with Knoll labels. Use as is or r...

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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Chrome

Florence Knoll Sofa Knoll International 3 Seater Knoll International Model 26
Florence Knoll Sofa Knoll International 3 Seater Knoll International Model 26

Florence Knoll Sofa Knoll International 3 Seater Knoll International Model 26

By Knoll, Florence Knoll

Located in Berlin, BE

Authentic mid-century collectible with documented provenance: This spacious Florence Knoll Model 26-3KC sofa was produced in the 1960s and upholstered in an exceptionally high-qualit...

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

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Steel, Chrome

Set of 6 White Metal Indoor / Outdoor Chairs by Harry Bertoia for Knoll
Set of 6 White Metal Indoor / Outdoor Chairs by Harry Bertoia for Knoll

Set of 6 White Metal Indoor / Outdoor Chairs by Harry Bertoia for Knoll

By Knoll, Harry Bertoia

Located in Freehold, NJ

This set of mid century modern indoor / outdoor chairs by Harry Bertoia for Knoll feature white painted metal seats with signature mesh back atop sled legs.

Additional set of six ch...

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

Materials

Metal

Pair of Vintage Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Brno Chairs For Knoll New Upholstery
Pair of Vintage Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Brno Chairs For Knoll New Upholstery

Pair of Vintage Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Brno Chairs For Knoll New Upholstery

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 N...

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20th Century American Bauhaus Knoll Seating

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Steel

Saarinen Executive Armchair in Saddle Leather, Swivel Base
Saarinen Executive Armchair in Saddle Leather, Swivel Base

Saarinen Executive Armchair in Saddle Leather, Swivel Base

By Knoll, Eero Saarinen

Located in Wilton, CT

We have been restoring Saarinen executive chairs for years in every fabric one can imagine, right in our very own workroom. We’ve restored these chairs using a supple Italian Leather...

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

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Metal

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 Charles Pfister, Knoll

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

Florence Knoll, Model 75 Stools, Birch, Iron, Knoll Associates, USA, 1948
Florence Knoll, Model 75 Stools, Birch, Iron, Knoll Associates, USA, 1948

Florence Knoll, Model 75 Stools, Birch, Iron, Knoll Associates, USA, 1948

By Knoll, Florence Knoll

Located in High Point, NC

A pair of birch and iron stools, Model 75, designed by Florence Knoll and produced by Knoll Associates, USA, 1948. Wear consistent with age and use. Overall Dimensions (inches): 18...

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1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

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Iron

Eero Saarinen - Lounge Sessel "Womb" Knoll International, 1960er
Eero Saarinen - Lounge Sessel "Womb" Knoll International, 1960er

Eero Saarinen - Lounge Sessel "Womb" Knoll International, 1960er

By Knoll, Eero Saarinen

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

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Steel

1970s Cesca B64 Armchair by Marcel Breuer for Knoll / Thonet 1x Avail
1970s Cesca B64 Armchair by Marcel Breuer for Knoll / Thonet 1x Avail

1970s Cesca B64 Armchair by Marcel Breuer for Knoll / Thonet 1x Avail

By Knoll, Marcel Breuer

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a 'Cesca' armchair, model B64, originally designed by Marcel Breuer in 1928. These particular examples were seemingly manufactured by Knoll in the 1970s. Some may have been p...

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1970s American Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

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Brass, Steel

Pair of Warren Platner Lounge Chairs for Knoll International
Pair of Warren Platner Lounge Chairs for Knoll International

Pair of Warren Platner Lounge Chairs for Knoll International

By Warren Platner, Knoll

Located in Little Burstead, Essex

This pair of Platner chairs are in great condition, the chrome rods are not at all rusty or bent and the upholstery has just been done in a Salm...

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

Materials

Chrome

1960s Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Barcelona Chair in Black Distressed Leather
1960s Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Barcelona Chair in Black Distressed Leather

1960s Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Barcelona Chair in Black Distressed Leather

By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a 1960s vintage Barcelona chair in distressed black leather with a polished stainless frame by Mies van der Rohe and produced by Knoll. This example came directly from Gratz Industries and was in their private collection. Gratz Industries produced the Barcelona chair frames...

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1960s American Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

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Steel

Edward Barber & Jay Osgerby Red Sofa For Knoll
Edward Barber & Jay Osgerby Red Sofa For Knoll

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.

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

Materials

Upholstery

Mid-Century Slat Bench by Harry Bertoia for Knoll
Mid-Century Slat Bench by Harry Bertoia for Knoll

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...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Steel

Authentic 1960s Harry Bertoia for Knoll Bird Chair & Ottoman with Original Cover
Authentic 1960s Harry Bertoia for Knoll Bird Chair & Ottoman with Original Cover

Authentic 1960s Harry Bertoia for Knoll Bird Chair & Ottoman with Original Cover

By Harry Bertoia, Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Designed by Harry Bertoia in the 1950s, his vision was to create a chair that was sturdy and practical, but also looked light and airy. He famously said "They are mainly made of air,...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Steel

2010's Knoll Mies Van Der Rohe Krefeld Loveseat Sofa Fabric Sets Available
2010's Knoll Mies Van Der Rohe Krefeld Loveseat Sofa Fabric Sets Available

2010's Knoll Mies Van Der Rohe Krefeld Loveseat Sofa Fabric Sets Available

By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Listed for sale is a (sold separately) gorgeous and original Mies Van Der Rohe Krefeld Sofa, produced by Knoll. Multiples of these two-seater sofas are a...

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2010s American Modern Knoll Seating

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Fabric

Mid-Century Modern Oak Armchairs Bill Stephens for Knoll International 5 Avail.
Mid-Century Modern Oak Armchairs Bill Stephens for Knoll International 5 Avail.

Mid-Century Modern Oak Armchairs Bill Stephens for Knoll International 5 Avail.

By Bill Stephens, Knoll

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Fabulous Bentwood armchairs by Bill Stephens for Knoll International. All chairs labeled and in excellent vintage condition with minimal wear. Fabric is date...

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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Fabric, Oak, Bentwood

2000s Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Side Chair in Blue Fabric, Model 72
2000s Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Side Chair in Blue Fabric, Model 72

2000s Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Side Chair in Blue Fabric, Model 72

By Knoll, Eero Saarinen

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Saarinen Armless Executive Chair, model 72, designed by Eero Saarinen for Knoll International in 1950. This particular example was produced ...

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Early 2000s American Modern Knoll Seating

Materials

Fabric, Plastic, Foam, Plywood

Lounge Chair by Florence Knoll for Knoll
Lounge Chair by Florence Knoll for Knoll

Lounge Chair by Florence Knoll for Knoll

By Florence Knoll, Knoll

Located in Sagaponack, NY

A lounge chair formed by an armless button-tufted upholstered seat resting on a matte steel, rectilinear architectural frame.

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Steel

2000s Jens Risom For Knoll Armless Lounge Chair in Maple with Purple Webbing
2000s Jens Risom For Knoll Armless Lounge Chair in Maple with Purple Webbing

2000s Jens Risom For Knoll Armless Lounge Chair in Maple with Purple Webbing

By Jens Risom, Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is an Armless Lounge Chair, originally designed by Jens Risom for Knoll in 1943. This particular example was produced in the United States in the 2000s. The chair is comprised o...

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Early 2000s American Modern Knoll Seating

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Maple, Fabric

Forsyth Bespoke Eero Saarinen Womb Chair and Ottoman in Wavy Sheepskin
Forsyth Bespoke Eero Saarinen Womb Chair and Ottoman in Wavy Sheepskin

Forsyth Bespoke Eero Saarinen Womb Chair and Ottoman in Wavy Sheepskin

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 our wavy New Zealand sheepskin "Eero Saarinen designed the groundbreaking Womb chair at Flore...

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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating

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Chrome

1970s Richard Schultz for Knoll Adjustable Chaise Lounge Chair 2x Available
1970s Richard Schultz for Knoll Adjustable Chaise Lounge Chair 2x Available

1970s Richard Schultz for Knoll Adjustable Chaise Lounge Chair 2x Available

By Richard Schultz, Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a 1966 Adjustable Chaise Lounge, originally designed by Richard Schultz for Knoll and introduced in 1966 as part of his iconic Leisure Collection. This example was produced i...

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1970s American Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Aluminum

Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy Butterfly Chair for Knoll in Original Dark Brown Leather
Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy Butterfly Chair for Knoll in Original Dark Brown Leather

Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy Butterfly Chair for Knoll in Original Dark Brown Leather

By Knoll, Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy

Located in Berlin, DE

We have another model of the butterfly chair with light brown leather listed. The butterfly chair, also known as the BKF chair or the Hardoy chair, is a folding chair with a simple yet elegant design. The chair consists of a metal frame with a sling seat and backrest made from leather. The frame is typically made of tubular steel and has two curved legs that are connected by a crossbar at the bottom, as well as two more angled legs that support the seat and backrest. The butterfly chair was designed by Argentine architects Juan Kurchan...

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1950s German 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

1980s Pair of Gae Aulenti for Knoll Orsay Dining Arm Chairs with Frame & Leather
1980s Pair of Gae Aulenti for Knoll Orsay Dining Arm Chairs with Frame & Leather

1980s Pair of Gae Aulenti for Knoll Orsay Dining Arm Chairs with Frame & Leather

By Gae Aulenti, Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a pair of Orsay Armchairs, originally designed by Gae Aulenti in 1976. These particular examples were produced by Knoll in the USA circa the 1980s. This armchair was named af...

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1980s American Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Aluminum

Set 8 Mies Van Der Rohe For Knoll Stainless Steel Brno Chairs Black Leather 1977
Set 8 Mies Van Der Rohe For Knoll Stainless Steel Brno Chairs Black Leather 1977

Set 8 Mies Van Der Rohe For Knoll Stainless Steel Brno Chairs Black Leather 1977

By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe

Located in Miami, FL

Set of 8 Mid-Century Modern Mies van der Rohe flatbar Brno for Knoll in stainless steel with the original black Leather Upholstery. Designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe for his celeb...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Stainless Steel

1978 Harry Bertoia for Knoll Bird Chair and Ottoman w/ Knoll Labels
1978 Harry Bertoia for Knoll Bird Chair and Ottoman w/ Knoll Labels

1978 Harry Bertoia for Knoll Bird Chair and Ottoman w/ Knoll Labels

By Harry Bertoia, Knoll

Located in Palm Springs, CA

A wonderful Harry Bertoia for Knoll Bird chair and ottoman that we had completely redone. The covers have been replaced. The chair and ottoman retain their original Knoll 745 Park Av...

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1970s American Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Steel

2011 Harry Bertoia for Knoll Chrome Bar Stools with Ivory Fabric Seat Pads
2011 Harry Bertoia for Knoll Chrome Bar Stools with Ivory Fabric Seat Pads

2011 Harry Bertoia for Knoll Chrome Bar Stools with Ivory Fabric Seat Pads

By Harry Bertoia, Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

These are Bertoia Bar Stools, originally designed by Harry Bertoia in 1952. These particular examples were produced by Knoll in 2011. The stools are comprised of welded and chromed s...

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2010s American Modern Knoll Seating

Materials

Steel

Knoll Postmodern Black Lacquered Ricchio Side Chairs or Dining Chairs, Pair
Knoll Postmodern Black Lacquered Ricchio Side Chairs or Dining Chairs, Pair

Knoll Postmodern Black Lacquered Ricchio Side Chairs or Dining Chairs, Pair

By Knoll

Located in South Bend, IN

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

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

Materials

Upholstery, Maple, Lacquer

Butterfly Chair by Knoll, 1960s
Butterfly Chair by Knoll, 1960s

Butterfly Chair by Knoll, 1960s

By Knoll

Located in Stockholm, SE

Excellent condition. Produced by Knoll.

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1960s American Scandinavian Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Leather

Otto Zapf for Knoll Intl. 1970s Patinated Tan Leather Executive Highback Chair
Otto Zapf for Knoll Intl. 1970s Patinated Tan Leather Executive Highback Chair

Otto Zapf for Knoll Intl. 1970s Patinated Tan Leather Executive Highback Chair

By Knoll, Otto Zapf

Located in St. Louis, MO

This gorgeous on trend highly patinated carmel brown leather highback executive desk chair is by Otto Zapf for Knoll International. Constructed of heavily cushioned sections , with w...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Steel

2019 Marcel Breuer for Knoll Cesca Armless Side Chair in Blue and Fabric
2019 Marcel Breuer for Knoll Cesca Armless Side Chair in Blue and Fabric

2019 Marcel Breuer for Knoll Cesca Armless Side Chair in Blue and Fabric

By Knoll, Marcel Breuer

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is an armless Cesca side chair, model 51C, originally designed by Marcel Breuer in 1928. The listed price includes one 51C chair, and we have seven available for individual purc...

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2010s American Modern Knoll Seating

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Bar Stool for Knoll, 1940s
Bar Stool for Knoll, 1940s

Bar Stool for Knoll, 1940s

By Knoll

Located in Sagaponack, NY

A beautifully constructed stool having an architectural blackened steel base with a floating chrome footrest supporting a sculptural walnut seat upholstered with thick patinated wove...

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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Steel

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

2007 Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Dining Arm Chairs Model 71APC
2007 Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Dining Arm Chairs Model 71APC

2007 Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Dining Arm Chairs Model 71APC

By Eero Saarinen, Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

These are Saarinen Executive Chairs, Model 71 APC, originally designed by Eero Saarinen for Knoll in 1950. These particular examples date to 2007. The listed price includes one chair...

Category

Early 2000s American Modern Knoll Seating

Materials

Steel

'Brigadier' Loveseats by Cini Boeri for Knoll, Italy, 1980s
'Brigadier' Loveseats by Cini Boeri for Knoll, Italy, 1980s

'Brigadier' Loveseats by Cini Boeri for Knoll, Italy, 1980s

By Cini Boeri, Knoll

Located in Antwerp, BE

Exceptional sofa from the award-winning Brigadier Series by renowned Italian architect and designer, Cini Boeri (1924–2020). Crafted in the 1980s for Knoll, these sofas feature a sle...

Category

1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Leather, Lacquer

2003 Knoll Saarinen Armless Executive Side Chair in Bordeaux Fabric, Model 72C
2003 Knoll Saarinen Armless Executive Side Chair in Bordeaux Fabric, Model 72C

2003 Knoll Saarinen Armless Executive Side Chair in Bordeaux Fabric, Model 72C

By Knoll, Eero Saarinen

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Saarinen Executive Armless Side Chair, Model 72C, designed in 1950 by Eero Saarinen and produced by Knoll. These particular examples were produced in 2003. The listed price...

Category

Early 2000s American Modern 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.

Category

1950s Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Fabric, Maple

Tobia Scarpa Oak Bastiano Loveseat
Tobia Scarpa Oak Bastiano Loveseat

Tobia Scarpa Oak Bastiano Loveseat

By Knoll, Afra & Tobia Scarpa

Located in Cambridge, US

USA, ca. 1970s. A handsome Bastiano loveseat designed by Tobia Scarpa for Knoll. Features solid white oak frame with plush cushions upholstered in a textured oatmeal fabric, all remo...

Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Oak

2000s Mies Van Der Rohe for Knoll Brno Chairs in Dark Blue Leather 12+ Available
2000s Mies Van Der Rohe for Knoll Brno Chairs in Dark Blue Leather 12+ Available

2000s Mies Van Der Rohe for Knoll Brno Chairs in Dark Blue Leather 12+ Available

By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Flat Bar Brno Armchair, Model 255, initially designed by Mies van der Rohe in 1930. These examples were manufactured by Knoll in the 2000s, and the listed price includes on...

Category

Early 2000s American Modern Knoll Seating

Materials

Steel

1960s Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Arm Chair in Yellow Hopsack Fabric
1960s Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Arm Chair in Yellow Hopsack Fabric

1960s Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Arm Chair in Yellow Hopsack Fabric

By Knoll, Eero Saarinen

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Saarinen Executive Desk Chair, Model 71A, originally designed by Eero Saarinen for Knoll in 1950. This example dates to the 1960s. It features legs of polished tubular stai...

Category

1960s American Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Steel

L54 pair of armchairs by Gae Aulenti for Knoll
L54 pair of armchairs by Gae Aulenti for Knoll

L54 pair of armchairs by Gae Aulenti for Knoll

By Knoll, Gae Aulenti

Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest

Pair of Gae Aulenti model 54L design armchairs for Knoll international. Beautiful timeless design armchairs with black lacquered metal frames and orange/red fabric upholstery. The ...

Category

1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Metal

Pr. Cube Form Club Chairs by Charles Pfister for Knoll
Pr. Cube Form Club Chairs by Charles Pfister for Knoll

Pr. Cube Form Club Chairs by Charles Pfister for Knoll

By Charles Pfister, Knoll

Located in New York, NY

Chic pair of leather club chairs designed by Charles Pfister for Knoll. Executed in grayish blue leather, close to a slate blue in tone. Chairs are matching in color, they appear different in the pictures as a result of uneven lighting. The chairs are in very good, original condition, showing only light cosmetic wear, normal and consistent with age. Priced and offered as a pair, please view the matching loveseat we have listed separately at Barbarella Home...

Category

Late 20th Century American International Style Knoll Seating

Materials

Leather

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 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 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
    Andrew B. Cogan is the CEO of Knoll furniture as of December 2021. He also serves as the Chairman of the Board. He took on the role in 2001. Prior to that time, he worked as the company's COO. Shop a range of Knoll furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, the noted furniture brand Herman Miller acquired Knoll in 2021 and announced a new name, MillerKnoll. The new name is meant to take advantage of the long history and reputation that each brand brings to the table and to introduce a new, stronger joint effort to the public. Shop a collection of Herman Miller and Knoll furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    To pronounce Florence Knoll, say "FLO-rens Noll." The "K" in the designer's last name is silent. Florence Knoll's maiden name was Florence Marguerite Schust, pronounced "shusht." She changed her name after marrying Hans Knoll in 1946. Find a range of Florence Knoll furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    How to date Knoll furniture depends on the piece. Some pieces feature stickers that bear the brand's name and logo, and the graphics changed over the years. By comparing the style of the logo to samples online, you can estimate the age of the piece. In some cases, the manufacturing year may appear on the sticker. To date a Knoll chair, look for the tag sewn on the back of the seat cushion. Often, the manufacturer prints the date there. You'll find a collection of expertly vetted Knoll furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs 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 ExpertApril 22, 2024
    Where Parker Knoll sofas are made has changed over time. In 2016, the luxury furniture maker moved its factory to Castlewood, Nottinghamshire. Prior to the relocation, the company produced most of its pieces in London and High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Parker Knoll sofas from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024
    To tell if a chair is a Parker Knoll, look for the maker's label, usually found under the seat on dining chairs and on the bases or frames on office and accent chairs. Although the company has modified its markings over the years, most pieces will at least state "Parker Knoll.” Many pieces also feature serial numbers. By cross-referencing these numbers with information published on trusted online resources, you can learn about the age, style name and other features of your chair. If you need assistance with identification, seek the opinion of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Shop a collection of Parker Knoll chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 15, 2024
    To tell if a chair is Parker Knoll, look under the seat. Most Parker Knoll chairs will be marked with the company's logo and a model number. Some may also display the designer's signature. You can cross-reference the model number with information published on trusted online resources to learn more about your chair. If you can't locate a maker's mark or run into other difficulties identifying your chair, consider enlisting the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of Parker Knoll chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
    To tell if your Knoll table is real, look for a label on the underside of the tabletop. Nearly all Knoll pieces feature marks, but the specific style of the label and the information included on it have varied over the years and from table to table. As a result, you should try searching trusted online resources for images of the labels found on authentic tables of the same age and model as your own. Alternatively, you can have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer evaluate your piece. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of Knoll tables.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024
    To tell if a Knoll chair is real, first look for Knoll Furniture markings, usually found under the seat. These labels have varied over the years, but by comparing what's present on your furniture to images of authentic pieces found on trusted online resources produced around the same time, you can spot any inconsistencies that might indicate a replica. Knoll Furniture has sold many different chairs since its founding in 1938. Researching the characteristics of your specific chair can help you identify signs that your piece may be a replica. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can also help with authentication. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of Knoll chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Florence Knoll made a number of well-known furniture designs and founded the company Knoll, Inc. Some of her most acclaimed pieces include the Florence Knoll lounge chair, the Florence Knoll sofa, the Florence Knoll bench and the Florence Knoll settee. Shop a variety of Florence Knoll furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    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.