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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 seating — lounge chairs, armchairs, office chairs and other furnishings created by a who’s who of designers and by Knoll’s pioneering cofounder, Florence Knoll (1917–2019) — helped define high-rise corporate culture and was rapidly adopted for use in living rooms, where it endures as a timeless favorite all over the world.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Creator: Knoll
Desk Chair by Charles Pollock for Knoll, 1963
Desk Chair by Charles Pollock for Knoll, 1963

Desk Chair by Charles Pollock for Knoll, 1963

By Charles Pollock, Knoll

Located in Sagaponack, NY

A vintage Pollack executive chair on five leg pedestal base featuring his ‘rim technology’ of metal edge banding around the chair’s periphery s...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

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Aluminum

Original Mid-Century Modern 1955 Florence Knoll Parallel Bar Sofa Fully Restored
Original Mid-Century Modern 1955 Florence Knoll Parallel Bar Sofa Fully Restored

Original Mid-Century Modern 1955 Florence Knoll Parallel Bar Sofa Fully Restored

By Florence Knoll, Knoll

Located in Portland, OR

A professionally & fully restored Florence Knoll for Knoll Associates "Parallel Bar" sofa, 1955. This classic Florence Knoll Model 53 Parallel Bar Sofa has been professionally r...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Chrome

One Red Executive Knoll Pollock Chair
One Red Executive Knoll Pollock Chair

One Red Executive Knoll Pollock Chair

$1,280Sale Price / item|20% Off

One Red Executive Knoll Pollock Chair

By Charles Pollock, Knoll

Located in Pasadena, TX

First designed in 1963, Charles Pollock’s timeless design continues to be produced by Knoll in a variety of finishes. The Pollock executive chair features what the designer describ...

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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

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Metal

1998 Knoll Handkerchief Chairs by Massimo & Lella Vignelli in Black
1998 Knoll Handkerchief Chairs by Massimo & Lella Vignelli in Black

1998 Knoll Handkerchief Chairs by Massimo & Lella Vignelli in Black

By Lella & Massimo Vignelli for Casigliani, Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Handkerchief Chair, Model 4901, designed by Lella and Massimo Vignelli for Knoll in 1983. The listed price includes one chair, and we have several available for purchase. These examples date to 1998. Their design features a wavy molded seat in black, perched atop a black powder-coated steel sled base. The Vignelli’s were some of the most influential designers of the 20th century, perhaps most famous for their work with the New York City subway maps...

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1990s American Modern Knoll Seating

Materials

Steel

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

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Steel, Wire

Bastiano Sofa by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Knoll, 1970s
Bastiano Sofa by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Knoll, 1970s

Bastiano Sofa by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Knoll, 1970s

By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Tobia Scarpa, Knoll

Located in New York, NY

Bastiano sofa, designed by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Knoll, 1970s. Sofa features a solid black-stained wooden structure and original red upholstered cushions.

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Pair of 657 Armchair by Charles Pollock for Knoll
Pair of 657 Armchair by Charles Pollock for Knoll

Pair of 657 Armchair by Charles Pollock for Knoll

By Knoll, Charles Pollock

Located in Stockton, NJ

A pair of early 657 armchairs by Charles Pollock for Knoll. This 1970's pair features chromed steel and wood frames with black leather seat and cushion. O...

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1970s American Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Steel

Warren Platner for Knoll Mid Century Bronzed Steel Dining Chair
Warren Platner for Knoll Mid Century Bronzed Steel Dining Chair

Warren Platner for Knoll Mid Century Bronzed Steel Dining Chair

By Knoll, Warren Platner

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Warren Platner for Knoll Mid Century Bronze Dining Chair This chair measures: 27.5 wide x 21.5 deep x 29.5 inches high, with a seat height of 15 and arm height/chair clearance of 24...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Steel

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 Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll

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...

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Early 2000s American Modern Knoll Seating

Materials

Steel

Harry Bertoia Midcentury Slat Bench by  for Knoll International, USA, 1960s
Harry Bertoia Midcentury Slat Bench by  for Knoll International, USA, 1960s

Harry Bertoia Midcentury Slat Bench by for Knoll International, USA, 1960s

By Harry Bertoia, Knoll

Located in Vienna, AT

A beautiful modernist ashwood slatted bench with an Y-shaped iron base from the 1960s. Designed by Harry Bertoia for Knoll INternational. Restored, in very good condition. A multipur...

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

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Iron

Mr chair designed by Mies Van Der Rohe in 1927 and manufactured by Knoll
Mr chair designed by Mies Van Der Rohe in 1927 and manufactured by Knoll

Mr chair designed by Mies Van Der Rohe in 1927 and manufactured by Knoll

By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll

Located in Ravenna, IT

Mr. chair designed by Mies Van Der Rohe in 1927 and produced in the same year by Knoll International. With its curved tubular steel frame, the MR chair has been a major design icon s...

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1920s American Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

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Steel

Charles Pfister for Knoll Cream Leather Lounge Chair, Labeled, American 1980's
Charles Pfister for Knoll Cream Leather Lounge Chair, Labeled, American 1980's

Charles Pfister for Knoll Cream Leather Lounge Chair, Labeled, American 1980's

By Knoll, Charles Pfister

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Designed in 1971 by celebrated American designer Charles Pfister for Knoll, this iconic lounge chair exemplifies the restrained elegance and timeless sophistication that became the h...

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15th Century and Earlier American Mid-Century Modern Antique Knoll Seating

Materials

Metal

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

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Beech

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

Materials

Brass, Steel

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

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Stainless Steel

"Grandma" Sofa by Denise Scott Brown and Robert Venturi for Knoll, 1980s
"Grandma" Sofa by Denise Scott Brown and Robert Venturi for Knoll, 1980s

"Grandma" Sofa by Denise Scott Brown and Robert Venturi for Knoll, 1980s

By Robert Venturi, Knoll, Robert Venturi and Denise Scott Brown

Located in Coronado, CA

This sumptuous "Grandma" sofa was designed by the architects Robert Venturi and Denise Scott Brown and produced by Knoll in the 1980s. This wonderful example (the nicest one out ther...

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1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Mohair, Down

Florence Knoll 51W Lounge Chair, 1955
Florence Knoll 51W Lounge Chair, 1955

Florence Knoll 51W Lounge Chair, 1955

By Knoll, Florence Knoll

Located in Hamburg, PA

SHIPPING COSTS NOT INCLUDED. PLEASE CONFIRM YOUR SHIPPING COST BEFORE PURCHASING. SEE SHIPPING INFORMATION BELOW. Designed by Florence Knoll in 1955 for Knoll Associates, this elega...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Krefeld Ottoman ottoman by Mies Van Der Rohe for Knoll
Krefeld Ottoman ottoman by Mies Van Der Rohe for Knoll

Krefeld Ottoman ottoman by Mies Van Der Rohe for Knoll

By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll

Located in Ravenna, IT

Pouf designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe for Knoll in 1930. The padded cushion is attached via an inner fabric to the part underneath. The lower part of the ottoman features a fabri...

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1930s Italian Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Leather, Wood

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

'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

Materials

Leather, Lacquer

Brno Chair by Mies Van Der Rohe for Knoll - 3 Available
Brno Chair by Mies Van Der Rohe for Knoll - 3 Available

Brno Chair by Mies Van Der Rohe for Knoll - 3 Available

By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll

Located in Los Angeles, CA

'Bruno' arm chair with metal frame and cantilevered seat and back retaining the original upholstery. Sold per item/per chair. Three available.

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

Materials

Steel

Ludwig Mies Van Der Rohe for Knoll Krefeld Settee
Ludwig Mies Van Der Rohe for Knoll Krefeld Settee

Ludwig Mies Van Der Rohe for Knoll Krefeld Settee

By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

Wonderful small sofa or settee designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe for Knoll circa 2004. The original design of these was from the 1920s. Very well made and comfortable with a class...

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Early 2000s American Bauhaus Knoll Seating

Materials

Leather, Ash

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

Ludwig Mies Van Der Rohe Bauhaus White 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 leather. Fully restored in Italy. The Barcelona cha...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Bauhaus Knoll Seating

Materials

Chrome

Rare Pair of Pierre Jeanneret Scissor Lounge Chairs for Knoll in Moss Leather
Rare Pair of Pierre Jeanneret Scissor Lounge Chairs for Knoll in Moss Leather

Rare Pair of Pierre Jeanneret Scissor Lounge Chairs for Knoll in Moss Leather

By Knoll, Pierre Jeanneret

Located in San Diego, CA

A spectacular and authentic pair of Scissor chairs designed by Pierre Jeanneret in 1948 and manufactured by Knoll, Model 92. This iconic design — celebrated for its striking angular ...

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

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Aluminum

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

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Aluminum

Warren Platner for Knoll Dining Chair, Circa 1970s
Warren Platner for Knoll Dining Chair, Circa 1970s

Warren Platner for Knoll Dining Chair, Circa 1970s

By Warren Platner, Knoll

Located in Wheat Ridge, CO

Warren Platner for Knoll circa 1970s armchair / dining chair. In the 1960's, Warren Platner transformed steel wire into a sculptural furniture collection, creating what is now consi...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Steel

Warren Platner, Knoll International, Kvadrat Tonus Fabric Stool Bronze Metal
Warren Platner, Knoll International, Kvadrat Tonus Fabric Stool Bronze Metal

Warren Platner, Knoll International, Kvadrat Tonus Fabric Stool Bronze Metal

By Warren Platner, Knoll

Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR

Authentic stool, designed by Warren Platner in 1966. Recent Knoll edition in red Kvadrat Tonus fabrics and bronze metal structure. Knoll ''K'' fabrics ...

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1960s American Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

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Metal

Rare Model 2328 Office Chair by Hannah & Morrison for Knoll, 1970s (2 Avail)
Rare Model 2328 Office Chair by Hannah & Morrison for Knoll, 1970s (2 Avail)

Rare Model 2328 Office Chair by Hannah & Morrison for Knoll, 1970s (2 Avail)

By Knoll, Bruce Hannah & Andrew Morrison

Located in Basel, BS

These rare beauties are hard to keep in stock! This listing is for one chair, we have two available. Use the drop down menu to indicate how many chairs you would like. The fabric o...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Aluminum, Stainless 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 three available for individual purc...

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2010s American Modern Knoll Seating

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Charles Pollock Executive Desk Chair for Knoll
Charles Pollock Executive Desk Chair for Knoll

Charles Pollock Executive Desk Chair for Knoll

By Charles Pollock, Knoll

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Charles Pollock Executive Desk Chair for Knoll, upholstered in cognac-brown leather. Pollock's celebrated design features a generously cushioned, button tufted seat and back enclosed...

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1980s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Chrome

2007 Mies van der Rohe Tubular Brno Dining Chairs in Olive Green Fabric
2007 Mies van der Rohe Tubular Brno Dining Chairs in Olive Green Fabric

2007 Mies van der Rohe Tubular Brno Dining Chairs in Olive Green Fabric

By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Brno Tubular Steel Armchair, Model 245A, originally designed by Mies van der Rohe in 1930. The listed price includes one chair, and we currently have four chairs in this fa...

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Early 2000s American Modern Knoll Seating

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Steel

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

Materials

Metal, Wire

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

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

Mid Century Modern 2 Seat sofa table Bruce Hannah and Andrew Morrison for Knoll
Mid Century Modern 2 Seat sofa table Bruce Hannah and Andrew Morrison for Knoll

Mid Century Modern 2 Seat sofa table Bruce Hannah and Andrew Morrison for Knoll

By Bruce Hannah & Andrew Morrison, Knoll

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Mid Century Modern 2 Seat armchair sofa with middle white laminate table by Bruce Hannah and Andrew Morrison for Knoll. Made in American circa 1960s....

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Knoll by Edward Barber & Jay Osgerby Black Piton Swivel Stool
Knoll by Edward Barber & Jay Osgerby Black Piton Swivel Stool

Knoll by Edward Barber & Jay Osgerby Black Piton Swivel Stool

By Knoll

Located in Rochester, England

Originally designed by Edward Barber and Jay Osgerby for Knoll in 2015, the Piton stool is a fantastic example of contemporary furniture design. Perfectly balancing style and practi...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Knoll Seating

Materials

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

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 Knoll, Eero Saarinen

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...

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Early 2000s American Modern 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 Knoll, Harry Bertoia

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

Eero Saarinen Designed Grasshopper Chair
Eero Saarinen Designed Grasshopper Chair

Eero Saarinen Designed Grasshopper Chair

By Knoll, Eero Saarinen

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This iconic mid-century design was made by Knoll and created by Eero Saarinen. Simple design with a wow factor! Two bentwood slats comprise the entire frame, and come from behind to ...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating

Materials

Bentwood

2000s Knoll / AMAT 3 Jamaica Bar Stools designed by Pepe Cortes 7x Available
2000s Knoll / AMAT 3 Jamaica Bar Stools designed by Pepe Cortes 7x Available

2000s Knoll / AMAT 3 Jamaica Bar Stools designed by Pepe Cortes 7x Available

By Pepe Cortés, Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a single (multiple stools are available, priced individually) Jamaica bar stool, originally designed by Pepe Cortes for AMAT-3 in 1993. These stools are a later Knoll & AMAT-...

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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Knoll Seating

Materials

Aluminum

Outdoor / Patio Armless Lounge Chair, Richard Schultz for Knoll, USA, c. 1966
Outdoor / Patio Armless Lounge Chair, Richard Schultz for Knoll, USA, c. 1966

Outdoor / Patio Armless Lounge Chair, Richard Schultz for Knoll, USA, c. 1966

By Knoll

Located in Deland, FL

Designed in 1966 for Knoll’s groundbreaking Outdoor Collection, the 1966 Lounge Seating series—often simply called the “1966 Collection”—was Richard Schultz’s answer to creating eleg...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Aluminum

Set of Four Bar Stools by Harry Bertoia for Knoll
Set of Four Bar Stools by Harry Bertoia for Knoll

Set of Four Bar Stools by Harry Bertoia for Knoll

By Harry Bertoia, Knoll

Located in Dallas, TX

Acquired from retired architects estate. Set of four early production bar stools by Harry Bertoia, designed in 1952 for Knoll. The bar stools are constructed of molded fiberglass and...

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

Materials

Iron

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

Knoll Florence Relaxed Two-Seater Sofa

By Florence Knoll, 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

Materials

Metal, Stainless Steel, Chrome

Knoll Bastiano Lounge Chair by Tobia Scarpa
Knoll Bastiano Lounge Chair by Tobia Scarpa

Knoll Bastiano Lounge Chair by Tobia Scarpa

By Tobia Scarpa, Knoll

Located in Rochester, England

Introducing the stunning Bastiano Lounge Chair by Tobia Scarpa for Knoll, a true masterpiece of luxury furniture. This iconic lounge chair features a sleek and sophisticated design, ...

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

Materials

Leather

Eero Saarinen for Knoll Mid Century Bentwood Executive Dining Chairs - Pair
Eero Saarinen for Knoll Mid Century Bentwood Executive Dining Chairs - Pair

Eero Saarinen for Knoll Mid Century Bentwood Executive Dining Chairs - Pair

By Knoll, Eero Saarinen

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Eero Saarinen for Knoll Mid Century Bentwood Executive Dining Chairs - Pair Each chair measures: 26.5 wide x 24.5 deep x 31.5 inches high, with a seat height of 17 and arm height/ch...

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

Materials

Upholstery, Bentwood

C. 1946 Pair of Jens Risom Armless Slipper Lounge Chairs in Canvas and Birch
C. 1946 Pair of Jens Risom Armless Slipper Lounge Chairs in Canvas and Birch

C. 1946 Pair of Jens Risom Armless Slipper Lounge Chairs in Canvas and Birch

By Jens Risom, Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a pair of Risom Lounge chairs, Model 654LC, designed by Jens Risom for Knoll in 1943. These are early examples, dating to C. 1946. The listed price includes the pair. Their c...

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1940s American Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Birch

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

American Mid Century Modern Knoll Stool by Jens Risom
American Mid Century Modern Knoll Stool by Jens Risom

American Mid Century Modern Knoll Stool by Jens Risom

By Knoll, Jens Risom

Located in San Diego, CA

Whimsical versatyle solid wood stool designed by Jens Risom for Knoll Studio retains label , good solid construction nice patina .

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating

Materials

Birch

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bertoia For Knoll Wire Bar Stool
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bertoia For Knoll Wire Bar Stool

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bertoia For Knoll Wire Bar Stool

By Knoll

Located in Toledo, OH

Bertoia for Knoll wire chrome plated bar stool. Two are available. Price reflects one. Very solid and in very good condition. Remnants of a Knoll label was attached to the back of th...

Category

20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating

Materials

Chrome

Early Ralph Rapson Rocker with Leather Webbing
Early Ralph Rapson Rocker with Leather Webbing

Early Ralph Rapson Rocker with Leather Webbing

By Ralph Rapson, Knoll

Located in Kalamazoo, MI

This is a rare first year production from HG Knoll Associates of a stunning rocking chair designed by Ralph Rapson. It boasts a solid birch frame with original woven leather webbing...

Category

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

Materials

Leather, Birch

Set of 6 Knoll Bertoia Dining Chairs
Set of 6 Knoll Bertoia Dining Chairs

Set of 6 Knoll Bertoia Dining Chairs

$3,040Sale Price / set|20% Off

Set of 6 Knoll Bertoia Dining Chairs

By Harry Bertoia, Knoll

Located in Dallas, TX

Set of 6 classic Knoll dining chairs by Harry Bertoia. Welded steel with rods in a matte white finish. Original yellow vinyl seat cushions with dated labels included. Good vintage c...

Category

1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Steel

2010s Knoll Saarinen Executive Arm Chair in Red Fabric with Tubular Steel Legs
2010s Knoll Saarinen Executive Arm Chair in Red Fabric with Tubular Steel Legs

2010s Knoll Saarinen Executive Arm Chair in Red Fabric with Tubular Steel Legs

By Knoll, Eero Saarinen

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Saarinen Executive Arm Chair, Model 71A, designed in 1948 by Eero Saarinen and produced by Knoll. This particular example was produced in the 2010s. The design features chr...

Category

2010s American Modern Knoll Seating

Materials

Steel

Mid Century Dark Brown Leather Wassily Arm Chairs Marcel Breuer for Knoll 1960s
Mid Century Dark Brown Leather Wassily Arm Chairs Marcel Breuer for Knoll 1960s

Mid Century Dark Brown Leather Wassily Arm Chairs Marcel Breuer for Knoll 1960s

By Knoll, Marcel Breuer

Located in Detroit, MI

These vintage mid-century modern brown Wassily arm chairs designed by Marcel Breuer and manufactured by Knoll are circa 1960. This pair features beautifu...

Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Steel, 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.