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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
Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Barcelona chair for Knoll
Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Barcelona chair for Knoll

Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Barcelona chair for Knoll

By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll

Located in Austin, TX

An authentic 21st century Barcelona Chair by Knoll, originally designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe. This iconic modernist lounge chair features the classic hand-tufted leather cushi...

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Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating

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Steel

Six Jens Risom dining chairs for Knoll International Model 666.
Six Jens Risom dining chairs for Knoll International Model 666.

Six Jens Risom dining chairs for Knoll International Model 666.

By Jens Risom, Knoll

Located in Firenze, FI

Six elegant dining chairs model 666, designed by Jens Risom for Knoll International in the 1950s, an authentic expression of mid-century modernist design. The chairs feature a sleek...

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1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

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Fabric, Wood, Beech

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

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

By Knoll, Edward Barber and Jay Osgerby

Located in Los Angeles, CA

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

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2010s American Post-Modern Knoll Seating

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Steel

Set of 4 White Metal Indoor / Outdoor Chairs by Harry Bertoia for Knoll
Set of 4 White Metal Indoor / Outdoor Chairs by Harry Bertoia for Knoll

Set of 4 White Metal Indoor / Outdoor Chairs by Harry Bertoia for Knoll

By Harry Bertoia, Knoll

Located in Freehold, NJ

This set of four indoor / outdoor chairs by Harry Bertoia for Knoll feature white metal construction with mesh style seat atop sled legs.

One set of 4 chairs available separately. T...

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

Materials

Metal

Ludwig Mies Van Der Rohe MR10 Dining Chairs for Knoll International
Ludwig Mies Van Der Rohe MR10 Dining Chairs for Knoll International

Ludwig Mies Van Der Rohe MR10 Dining Chairs for Knoll International

By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe

Located in Byron Bay, NSW

These iconic MR10 dining chairs designed by Ludwig Mies Van der Rohe and manufactured by Knoll International are cherished for their sleek design, high quality of metal work and ove...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

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Chrome

Vintage Womb Lounge Chair in Brown Cato Wool, Eero Saarinen for Knoll Studio
Vintage Womb Lounge Chair in Brown Cato Wool, Eero Saarinen for Knoll Studio

Vintage Womb Lounge Chair in Brown Cato Wool, Eero Saarinen for Knoll Studio

By Knoll, Eero Saarinen

Located in Detroit, MI

This vintage Womb lounge chair designed by Eero Saarinen for Knoll is from the 1990s as evidenced by the stamped signature and Knoll Studio mark on the leg. This authentic vintage ch...

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1990s American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating

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Steel, Chrome

'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 Knoll, Cini Boeri

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...

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1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

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Leather, Lacquer

Ettore Sottsass Memphis Mandarin Chairs for Knoll w/ Bamboo Arms
Ettore Sottsass Memphis Mandarin Chairs for Knoll w/ Bamboo Arms

Ettore Sottsass Memphis Mandarin Chairs for Knoll w/ Bamboo Arms

By Knoll, Ettore Sottsass

Located in Chicago, IL

Ettore Sottsass for Knoll Memphis Mandarin chairs, bamboo arms Listing is for a pair. Style of Memphis Milo Baughman   

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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating

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Bamboo

Vintage Florence Knoll Bench
Vintage Florence Knoll Bench

Vintage Florence Knoll Bench

$1,600Sale Price|42% Off

Vintage Florence Knoll Bench

By Knoll, Florence Knoll

Located in Palm Springs, CA

A vintage Florence Knoll bench purchased out of a local Palm Springs estate. It had been nicely reupholstered and we liked the fabric and left i...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Steel

Eero Saarinen Womb Chair for Knoll Upholstered in Hand Sewn Champagne Alpaca
Eero Saarinen Womb Chair for Knoll Upholstered in Hand Sewn Champagne Alpaca

Eero Saarinen Womb Chair for Knoll Upholstered in Hand Sewn Champagne Alpaca

By Eero Saarinen, Knoll

Located in Saint Louis, MO

Timeless and iconic mid century modern Womb chair designed in 1948 by Eero Saarinen in response to Florence Knoll's request for a comfortable chair that felt like a basket of pillows...

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

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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 Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe

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

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Chrome

Set of 4 Model 72 Dining Chairs by Eero Saarinen for Knoll Inc.
Set of 4 Model 72 Dining Chairs by Eero Saarinen for Knoll Inc.

Set of 4 Model 72 Dining Chairs by Eero Saarinen for Knoll Inc.

By Knoll, Eero Saarinen

Located in GORINCHEM, NL

The Saarinen Model 72 Dining Chair by Knoll International is a true design icon. Introduced in 1950 by Finnish-American architect Eero Saarinen, it reflects his signature vision of s...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

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Chrome

Warren Platner High Back Easy Chair and Ottoman in Gray Knoll Velvet & Nickel
Warren Platner High Back Easy Chair and Ottoman in Gray Knoll Velvet & Nickel

Warren Platner High Back Easy Chair and Ottoman in Gray Knoll Velvet & Nickel

By Knoll, Warren Platner

Located in Dallas, TX

Easy chair and ottoman designed by Warren Platner for Knoll. This set is crafted in polished nickel with the highest grade of Knoll Mohair Velvet upholstery. These chairs were deacc...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Knoll Seating

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Nickel

Pair of Eero Saarinen Barstools for Knoll, Upholstered, Labeled & Dated
Pair of Eero Saarinen Barstools for Knoll, Upholstered, Labeled & Dated

Pair of Eero Saarinen Barstools for Knoll, Upholstered, Labeled & Dated

By Knoll, Eero Saarinen

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Offered is a pair of authentic Eero Saarinen barstools for Knoll, a modernist classic that embodies the designer’s pioneering vision of organic, scul...

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

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Fabric, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs by Florence Knoll for Knoll International
Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs by Florence Knoll for Knoll International

Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs by Florence Knoll for Knoll International

By Knoll, Florence Knoll

Located in North Hollywood, CA

A pair of exceptional vintage lounge chairs by legendary designer Florence Knoll, manufactured by Knoll International in the early 1960s during the golden age of American modernism. ...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

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Stainless Steel, Chrome

1980s Harry Bertoia for Knoll Diamond Lounge Chair in White
1980s Harry Bertoia for Knoll Diamond Lounge Chair in White

1980s Harry Bertoia for Knoll Diamond Lounge Chair in White

By Harry Bertoia, Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a classic Bertoia Diamond Lounge chair, model 421, designed in 1952 by Harry Bertoia for Knoll International. This particular example dates to the 1980s. The listed price inc...

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1980s American Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

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Steel

Rare Pair of Aluminum Lounge Chairs by Hannah/Morrison for Knoll
Rare Pair of Aluminum Lounge Chairs by Hannah/Morrison for Knoll

Rare Pair of Aluminum Lounge Chairs by Hannah/Morrison for Knoll

By Knoll

Located in Atlanta, GA

An absolutely stunning pair of the iconic lounge chair designed by Bruce Hannah and Andrew Morrison for Knoll, circa 1970s. Aluminum with polished stainless steel accents. This rare ...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Aluminum, Stainless Steel

Orsay Lounge Chair by Gae Aulenti for Knoll
Orsay Lounge Chair by Gae Aulenti for Knoll

Orsay Lounge Chair by Gae Aulenti for Knoll

By Knoll, Gae Aulenti

Located in Chicago, IL

c. 1970s. USA. Original gunmetal frame with reupholstered cushions

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

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Metal

Canapé Modèle 54 par Gae Aulenti pour Knoll – Restauration Bonjour Gallery
Canapé Modèle 54 par Gae Aulenti pour Knoll – Restauration Bonjour Gallery

Canapé Modèle 54 par Gae Aulenti pour Knoll – Restauration Bonjour Gallery

By Gae Aulenti, Knoll

Located in Rouen, FR

Canapé deux places Modèle 54, conçu par Gae Aulenti dans les années 1970 pour Knoll International. Icône du design post-moderniste italien, ce modèle se distingue par sa structure tu...

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1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

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Metal

Warren Platner for Knoll Mid Century Stool
Warren Platner for Knoll Mid Century Stool

Warren Platner for Knoll Mid Century Stool

By Warren Platner, Knoll

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Warren Platner for Knoll Mid Century Stool This stool measures: 16.75 wide x 16.75 deep x 21.75 high, with a seat height of 21.75 inches Excellent Vintage Condition. We take our p...

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

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Metal

"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

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

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Fabric, Plastic, Foam, Plywood

Orsay Sofa by Gae Aulenti for Knoll
Orsay Sofa by Gae Aulenti for Knoll

Orsay Sofa by Gae Aulenti for Knoll

By Gae Aulenti, Knoll

Located in Chicago, IL

c. 1970s. USA. White powdercoated frame with woven white/ blue fabric.

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

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Fabric

Knoll Saarinen Executive Armless Chairs in Sand Mohair, Ebony Legs - Set of 6
Knoll Saarinen Executive Armless Chairs in Sand Mohair, Ebony Legs - Set of 6

Knoll Saarinen Executive Armless Chairs in Sand Mohair, Ebony Legs - Set of 6

By Eero Saarinen, Knoll

Located in Stamford, CT

Eero Saarinen’s design career, though tragically short, left an indelible mark on the worlds of furniture and architecture. His visionary work was far ahead of its time, driven by an...

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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating

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Fabric, Mohair, Upholstery, Oak

Early Bird Chair & Ottoman Bouclé by Harry Bertoia for Knoll, 1970s
Early Bird Chair & Ottoman Bouclé by Harry Bertoia for Knoll, 1970s

Early Bird Chair & Ottoman Bouclé by Harry Bertoia for Knoll, 1970s

By Harry Bertoia, Knoll

Located in Aachen, NW

Early Bouclé wool edition Bird chair & ottoman by Harry Bertoia for Knoll. The groundbreaking Bird chair was designed in the 50s by Harry Bertoia and made by Knoll. This mid-century classic supports countless positions and offers a comforting oasis of calm. This edition is a very nice fully restored Bouclé...

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Mid-20th Century American Knoll Seating

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Steel

1970s Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Desk or Dining Chair in Hopsack Fabric
1970s Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Desk or Dining Chair in Hopsack Fabric

1970s Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Desk or Dining Chair in Hopsack Fabric

By Knoll, Eero Saarinen

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Saarinen Executive Chair, Model 71 USB, originally designed by Eero Saarinen for Knoll in 1950. This particular example dates to the 1970s. The listed price includes one ch...

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1970s American Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

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Steel

Armchairs by Eero Saarinen for Knoll Swiss Production, 1970s – Set of 4
Armchairs by Eero Saarinen for Knoll Swiss Production, 1970s – Set of 4

Armchairs by Eero Saarinen for Knoll Swiss Production, 1970s – Set of 4

By Knoll, Eero Saarinen

Located in Renens, CH

A set of four iconic “Pedestal” swivel armchairs designed by Eero Saarinen for Knoll International, produced in Switzerland during the 1970s. Each chair features a molded white fibe...

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1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

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Aluminum

Executive Leather Chair with Swivel & Tilt Base by Eero Saarinen for Knoll
Executive Leather Chair with Swivel & Tilt Base by Eero Saarinen for Knoll

Executive Leather Chair with Swivel & Tilt Base by Eero Saarinen for Knoll

By Eero Saarinen, Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Executive Leather Chair Swivel & Tilt Base Seat Height adjusts from about 18" up to 22" Eero Saarinen for Knoll Knoll Label on Underside Newer Fabrication - Two Available Swivel ...

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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating

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Metal, Chrome

Pair of Mies Van Der Rohe Brno Chairs
Pair of Mies Van Der Rohe Brno Chairs

Pair of Mies Van Der Rohe Brno Chairs

By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll

Located in Chicago, IL

Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Brno Chair for Knoll. Designed for the Tugendhat House in Brno, Czech Republic.

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Stainless Steel

Knoll Florence Relaxed Two-Seater Sofa
Knoll Florence Relaxed Two-Seater Sofa

Knoll Florence Relaxed Two-Seater Sofa

By Knoll, Florence Knoll

Located in Miami, FL

Designed by Florence Knoll in 1954, this iconic two-seater reflects her architectural approach to furniture—restrained, geometric, and timeless. With softened proportions and deeper ...

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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating

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Metal, Stainless Steel, Chrome

Eero Saarinen Knoll Mid Century Modern Secretarial Desk Chair Eames' Fabric 50s
Eero Saarinen Knoll Mid Century Modern Secretarial Desk Chair Eames' Fabric 50s

Eero Saarinen Knoll Mid Century Modern Secretarial Desk Chair Eames' Fabric 50s

By Eero Saarinen, Charles and Ray Eames, Knoll

Located in Miami, FL

Mid Century Modern vintage Eero Saarinen Secretarial Swivel Desk Chair, model 76 S produced by Knoll from 1953-1968. The minimalist office desk chair was designed in the 50s and popu...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

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Aluminum, Stainless Steel

2014 Knoll Studio Eero Saarinen Executive Armless Side Chairs White
2014 Knoll Studio Eero Saarinen Executive Armless Side Chairs White

2014 Knoll Studio Eero Saarinen Executive Armless Side Chairs White

By Knoll, Eero Saarinen

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Listed for sale is a fantastic set of (sold separately) Eero Saarinen Executive Armless chairs with white vinyl upholstery and chrome bases, produced by Knoll. These chairs have the ...

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2010s American Modern Knoll Seating

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Chrome

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

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Upholstery, Maple, Lacquer

Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Armchairs in Custom Tan Tweed
Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Armchairs in Custom Tan Tweed

Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Armchairs in Custom Tan Tweed

By Eero Saarinen, Knoll

Located in Culver City, CA

One of Knoll's most popular designs for the past 70 years, Eero Saarinen's executive armchair is about as timeless and chic as it gets. This current set of 10 we have available are u...

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Early 2000s Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating

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Stainless Steel

Eastside Sofa by Ettore Sottsass for Knoll
Eastside Sofa by Ettore Sottsass for Knoll

Eastside Sofa by Ettore Sottsass for Knoll

By Ettore Sottsass, Knoll

Located in Chicago, IL

c. 1980s. Italy. Upholstered in original leather and reworked with boucle seats and back rests. Metal base.

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1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Leather, Bouclé

1970s Minimalist Charles Pfister for Knoll Chair & Ottoman Off White Upholstery
1970s Minimalist Charles Pfister for Knoll Chair & Ottoman Off White Upholstery

1970s Minimalist Charles Pfister for Knoll Chair & Ottoman Off White Upholstery

By Knoll, Charles Pfister

Located in St. Louis, MO

An original lounge / club chair with rarely seen ottoman, originally design in 1971 by Charles Pfister for Knoll. Elegant lines, beautifully proportioned with a minimal footprint, a ...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

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Upholstery, Foam, Down

1960s Warren Platner Dining Arm Chair in Bronze Finish w/ Hopsack Upholstery
1960s Warren Platner Dining Arm Chair in Bronze Finish w/ Hopsack Upholstery

1960s Warren Platner Dining Arm Chair in Bronze Finish w/ Hopsack Upholstery

By Knoll, Warren Platner

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Platner Dining Armchair, model 1725, initially designed by Warren Platner for Knoll in 1966. This is an early example, dating to the late 1960s. The frame of this chair is ...

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1960s American Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Steel

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

1980s Pair of Don Petitt for Knoll 1105 Bentwood Armchair in Oak with Tan Fabric
1980s Pair of Don Petitt for Knoll 1105 Bentwood Armchair in Oak with Tan Fabric

1980s Pair of Don Petitt for Knoll 1105 Bentwood Armchair in Oak with Tan Fabric

By Don Pettit, Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Listed for sale is a pair of iconic No. 1105 chairs, designed by Don Petitt for Knoll. This is a notable pair that came from the home of a Knoll employee, who worked at the company f...

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1980s American Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

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Fabric, Oak, Bentwood

Set of 4 Impeccable Handkerchief Chairs by Lella & Massimo Vignelli for Knoll
Set of 4 Impeccable Handkerchief Chairs by Lella & Massimo Vignelli for Knoll

Set of 4 Impeccable Handkerchief Chairs by Lella & Massimo Vignelli for Knoll

By Massimo and Lella Vignelli, Knoll

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Set of 4 stacking 'Handkerchief' chairs designed by Massimo and Lella Vignelli for Knoll International. This set was produced in 1991 and retains its original tags. Massimo and Lella Vignelli both studied architecture before founding the Vignelli Office of Design and Architecture in 1960. In 1971 they established Vignelli Associates, a vehicle for focusing on projects that incorporated their industrial, furniture and graphic design talents. Their diverse portfolio includes corporate identity work for IBM, American Airlines, and Bloomingdales as well as signage for the New York Subway system and Washington, D.C. Additionally, Vignelli Associates contributed two furniture designs to the Knoll portfolio: the Handkerchief chair (designed together with David Law) and the Paperclip table...

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1990s Italian Post-Modern Knoll Seating

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Chrome

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

Mid-Century Modern Swivel Desk Chair by Andrew Morrison & Bruce Hannah for Knoll
Mid-Century Modern Swivel Desk Chair by Andrew Morrison & Bruce Hannah for Knoll

Mid-Century Modern Swivel Desk Chair by Andrew Morrison & Bruce Hannah for Knoll

By Knoll, Bruce Hannah & Andrew Morrison

Located in Lafayette, IN

Arguably one of the most elegant desk chair designs from the mid-century era, this Morrison/Hannah design for Knoll Studios is utilitarian sculpture at its best. Chair features a cur...

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1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

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Aluminum, Chrome

Knoll Tulip Dining Set by Eero Saarinen 1960s Large Marble Table Armchairs
Knoll Tulip Dining Set by Eero Saarinen 1960s Large Marble Table Armchairs

Knoll Tulip Dining Set by Eero Saarinen 1960s Large Marble Table Armchairs

By Knoll, Eero Saarinen

Located in Ijzendijke, NL

Magnificent fully original tulip dining set designed by Eero Saarinen and produced by Knoll International in the 1960s. The set consists of 6 original marked tulip armchairs and the ...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

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Carrara Marble, Aluminum

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Lounge Chairs "657" Charles Pollock Knoll
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Lounge Chairs "657" Charles Pollock Knoll

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Lounge Chairs "657" Charles Pollock Knoll

By Charles Pollock, Knoll

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Fabulous pair of 657 chairs by Charles Pollock for Knoll. C1960 design signed in two places by Knoll. In excellent vintage condition with minimal wear. Some ...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Chrome

Seldom Seen Pair of Early Saarinen/Knoll Executive Armchairs, Aluminum Bases
Seldom Seen Pair of Early Saarinen/Knoll Executive Armchairs, Aluminum Bases

Seldom Seen Pair of Early Saarinen/Knoll Executive Armchairs, Aluminum Bases

By Knoll, Eero Saarinen

Located in Buffalo, NY

Designed for one year in very limited production run, executive lounge armchairs designed by Eero Saarinen for Knoll, unusual square stock aluminum bases, slightly lower back legs ma...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Aluminum

Bill Stephens Knoll Vintage 1315 Lounge Chairs
Bill Stephens Knoll Vintage 1315 Lounge Chairs

Bill Stephens Knoll Vintage 1315 Lounge Chairs

By Knoll, Bill Stephens

Located in Dallas, TX

A great set of club lounge chairs designed by an alum of Philadelphia's own University of the Arts, Bill Stephen was a designer and director at Knoll where he produced a series of ch...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Bouclé, Wood

Mid Century Silver Diamond Wire Lounge Chair by Harry Bertoia for Knoll
Mid Century Silver Diamond Wire Lounge Chair by Harry Bertoia for Knoll

Mid Century Silver Diamond Wire Lounge Chair by Harry Bertoia for Knoll

By Harry Bertoia, Knoll

Located in Detroit, MI

This vintage mid century modern diamond wire lounge chair designed by Harry Bertoia (American, 1915-1978) for Knoll is circa 1970. The chair has welded steel rod construction and thi...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Steel, Wire

Contemporary Modern Richard Sapper for Knoll Sapper Management Ergonomic Chair
Contemporary Modern Richard Sapper for Knoll Sapper Management Ergonomic Chair

Contemporary Modern Richard Sapper for Knoll Sapper Management Ergonomic Chair

By Richard Sapper, Knoll

Located in Secaucus, NJ

The classic Sapper Management Chair for Knoll was introduced in 1979 by the German acclaimed industrial designer Richard Sapper. Ergonomic and very Comfortable design, the chair fra...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Knoll Seating

Materials

Steel

Knoll Saarinen Armchair Light Gray With Chrome Base Set of 5
Knoll Saarinen Armchair Light Gray With Chrome Base Set of 5

Knoll Saarinen Armchair Light Gray With Chrome Base Set of 5

By Knoll, Florence Knoll

Located in Bensalem, PA

Nice set of 5 modern Knoll Saarinen armchairs please feel free to reach out with any questions

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

Materials

Chrome

Otto Zapf for Knoll International Leather Executive Chairs, c. 1985, Reupholsted
Otto Zapf for Knoll International Leather Executive Chairs, c. 1985, Reupholsted

Otto Zapf for Knoll International Leather Executive Chairs, c. 1985, Reupholsted

By Knoll, Otto Zapf

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This gorgeous newly reupholstered leather management desk chair is by Otto Zapf for Knoll International, circa 1985. Constructed of heavily cushioned sections, with the top head sect...

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1980s American Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Metal

Cini Boeri - Pair of Lounge Chairs / Loveseats "Gradual" for Knoll, 1970s
Cini Boeri - Pair of Lounge Chairs / Loveseats "Gradual" for Knoll, 1970s

Cini Boeri - Pair of Lounge Chairs / Loveseats "Gradual" for Knoll, 1970s

By Knoll, Cini Boeri

Located in Rosendahl, DE

Pair of “Loft” Lounge Chairs by Cini Boeri for Knoll International, Italy, 1970s Striking pair of “Loft” lounge chairs (also referred to as loveseats) designed by Cini Boeri for Kno...

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

Materials

Leather

Set of Four Chrome String Chairs by Andre Dupre for Knoll international
Set of Four Chrome String Chairs by Andre Dupre for Knoll international

Set of Four Chrome String Chairs by Andre Dupre for Knoll international

By Knoll, Andre Dupre

Located in Palm Springs, CA

Rare set of four 1947 Chrome and string stacking dining chairs by French Designer Andre Dupre for Knoll International. One of the chairs retain part of the early Knoll International...

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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Vintage Mid Century "Straight Chair" by George Nakashima
Vintage Mid Century "Straight Chair" by George Nakashima

Vintage Mid Century "Straight Chair" by George Nakashima

By George Nakashima, Knoll

Located in Oxnard, CA

Here is a beautiful, early "Straight Chair" by George Nakashima. "Introduced in 1946, the Straight Chair is George Nakashima’s modernist interpretation of the traditional Windsor ch...

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

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Birch

1990s Ettore Sottsass for Knoll Mandarin Dining Chairs in Red w/ Upholstery
1990s Ettore Sottsass for Knoll Mandarin Dining Chairs in Red w/ Upholstery

1990s Ettore Sottsass for Knoll Mandarin Dining Chairs in Red w/ Upholstery

By Knoll, Ettore Sottsass

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Postmodern “Mandarin” armchair, initially designed by Ettore Sottsass for Knoll in 1986. These examples date to the 1990s, and the listed price includes one chair. We h...

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1990s American Modern Knoll Seating

Materials

Steel

Mie Van Der Rohe Flat Bar Brno Chairs for Knoll - Set of Two
Mie Van Der Rohe Flat Bar Brno Chairs for Knoll - Set of Two

Mie Van Der Rohe Flat Bar Brno Chairs for Knoll - Set of Two

By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe

Located in Miami, FL

Pair of original Brno flat bar stainless steel and fabric arm chairs designed by Mies Van Der Rohe and manufactured by Knoll in 1982. The fabric is original and we recommend new uph...

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Late 20th Century Italian Bauhaus Knoll Seating

Materials

Stainless Steel

Ludwig Mies Van Der Rohe Bauhaus Brown Leather Barcelona Daybed for Knoll
Ludwig Mies Van Der Rohe Bauhaus Brown Leather Barcelona Daybed for Knoll

Ludwig Mies Van Der Rohe Bauhaus Brown Leather Barcelona Daybed for Knoll

By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll

Located in Vicenza, IT

Barcelona daybed, designed by Ludwig Mies Van der Rohe in 1929 and manufactured by Knoll International. Made of chromed steel and coffee brown leather. Fully restored in Italy. The ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Bauhaus Knoll Seating

Materials

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 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.