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

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

By Eero Saarinen, Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

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

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Early 2000s American Modern Knoll Seating

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Steel

Pair of Mies Van Der Rohe for Knoll International Brno Chairs Steel & Leather
Pair of Mies Van Der Rohe for Knoll International Brno Chairs Steel & Leather

Pair of Mies Van Der Rohe for Knoll International Brno Chairs Steel & Leather

By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Designed in the 1930s by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, this pair of BRNO chairs were made by Knoll. They feature a handosme chromed tubular steel frame and a cantilever design that makes...

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Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Midcentury Black Leather 1960s Eero Saarinen Knoll Executive Armchair
Midcentury Black Leather 1960s Eero Saarinen Knoll Executive Armchair

Midcentury Black Leather 1960s Eero Saarinen Knoll Executive Armchair

By Eero Saarinen, Knoll

Located in Basel, BS

A Saarinen Executive Armchair in Black leather with a metal base. This chair is completely original from the 1960's, and beautifully patinated. The leather is conditioned and rock ...

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

Materials

Metal

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 Knoll, Pepe Cortés

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

Pair of Brown Saarinen Executive / Dining Chairs or Knoll
Pair of Brown Saarinen Executive / Dining Chairs or Knoll

Pair of Brown Saarinen Executive / Dining Chairs or Knoll

By Knoll, Eero Saarinen

Located in BROOKLYN, NY

For your consideration is this pair of Eero Saarinen for Knoll executive chairs. With brown fabric and wool upholstery for Knoll. These are from the 60's and have been reupholstere...

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

Materials

Metal

Warren Platner Bronze Wire Easy Chair for Knoll International, c 1966, Signed
Warren Platner Bronze Wire Easy Chair for Knoll International, c 1966, Signed

Warren Platner Bronze Wire Easy Chair for Knoll International, c 1966, Signed

By Warren Platner, Knoll

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A collectors example early production Warren Platner 'Easy' chair for Knoll International, United States, circa 1966. This iconic high-back lounge chair, often affectionately referre...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

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Bronze

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 Ettore Sottsass, Knoll

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

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

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

By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe

Located in Wilton, CT

The definition of minimalism in a singular design, achieved by the great Ludwig Mies van der Rohe in 1929; the Brno Flat-Bar chair is just that. We have edited these contemporary ite...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Bauhaus Knoll Seating

Materials

Steel

Saarinen Executive Arm Chairs in Schumacher Fabric, Leather, & Walnut, Set of 6
Saarinen Executive Arm Chairs in Schumacher Fabric, Leather, & Walnut, Set of 6

Saarinen Executive Arm Chairs in Schumacher Fabric, Leather, & Walnut, Set of 6

By Knoll, Eero Saarinen

Located in Stamford, CT

Eero Saarinen is widely regarded as one of the most influential furniture designers of the 20th century, celebrated for his innovative use of materials and sculptural approach to for...

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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating

Materials

Leather, Fabric, Upholstery, Walnut

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

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

By Cini Boeri, Knoll

Located in Antwerp, BE

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

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1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Leather, Lacquer

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 Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe

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

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

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

By Otto Zapf, Knoll

Located in St. Louis, MO

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

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Steel

Restored Bauhaus Sofa Barcelona, by L.M. van der Rohe for Knoll Inc., USA, 1960s
Restored Bauhaus Sofa Barcelona, by L.M. van der Rohe for Knoll Inc., USA, 1960s

Restored Bauhaus Sofa Barcelona, by L.M. van der Rohe for Knoll Inc., USA, 1960s

By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe

Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj

Architect: Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Maker: Knoll Inc./ Knoll International This Barcelona Daybed is one of the most iconic objects of 20th-century modern design. Although the origin...

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1960s American Bauhaus Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Chrome, Steel

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

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

By Eero Saarinen, Knoll

Located in GORINCHEM, NL

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

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Mid-Century Modern Sling Loveseat Sofa By Hannah Morrison For Knoll
Mid-Century Modern Sling Loveseat Sofa By Hannah Morrison For Knoll

Mid-Century Modern Sling Loveseat Sofa By Hannah Morrison For Knoll

By Bruce Hannah & Andrew Morrison, Knoll

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This iconic Mid-Century Modern two-seat sling sofa / loveseat was designed by Bruce Hannah and Andrew Morrison for Knoll in 1971. It features a strong outline frame made of white pow...

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

Materials

Steel

Knoll Barcelona Stools by Mies Van Der Rohe
Knoll Barcelona Stools by Mies Van Der Rohe

Knoll Barcelona Stools by Mies Van Der Rohe

By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll

Located in Atlanta, GA

Iconic Pair of Barcelona stools or ottomans, designed by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll, American, circa 2000s. Retains Knoll tag underneath. They have been cleaned and a leather condit...

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

Materials

Metal

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

Bar Stool for Knoll, 1940s

By Knoll

Located in Sagaponack, NY

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

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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Steel

Mid Century Modern 3 Seat bench Bruce Hannah and Andrew Morrison for Knoll
Mid Century Modern 3 Seat bench Bruce Hannah and Andrew Morrison for Knoll

Mid Century Modern 3 Seat bench Bruce Hannah and Andrew Morrison for Knoll

By Bruce Hannah & Andrew Morrison, Knoll

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Mid Century Modern 3 Seat armchair sofa bench with upholstery by Bruce Hannah and Andrew Morrison for Knoll. Made in American circa 1970s. Designed by Bruce Hannah and Andrew Morriso...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

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

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

By Florence Knoll, Knoll

Located in High Point, NC

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

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1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Iron

Eero Saarinen for Knoll Mid Century Womb Chair with Ottoman
Eero Saarinen for Knoll Mid Century Womb Chair with Ottoman

Eero Saarinen for Knoll Mid Century Womb Chair with Ottoman

By Eero Saarinen, Knoll

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Eero Saarinen for Knoll Mid Century Womb Chair with Ottoman The chair measures: 41 wide x 36 deep x 37 high, with a seat height of 17 inches and arm height/chair clearance of 21.5 i...

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

Materials

Metal

Orsay Armchairs by Gae Aulenti for Knoll, White Leather, Italy, 1975
Orsay Armchairs by Gae Aulenti for Knoll, White Leather, Italy, 1975

Orsay Armchairs by Gae Aulenti for Knoll, White Leather, Italy, 1975

By Knoll, Gae Aulenti

Located in Berlin, DE

Pair of Orsay armchairs by Gae Aulenti for Knoll, 1975. Made of white leather and lacquered steel, these chairs feature a bold, curved design. They remain in their original vintage c...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Steel

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...

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

Materials

Leather, Birch

Early Restored Mid Century Brown Womb Lounge Chair by Saarinen for Knoll
Early Restored Mid Century Brown Womb Lounge Chair by Saarinen for Knoll

Early Restored Mid Century Brown Womb Lounge Chair by Saarinen for Knoll

By Eero Saarinen, Knoll

Located in Detroit, MI

Note: We have a collection of authentic vintage Eero Saarinen for Knoll Womb chairs and loveseat settees undergoing restoration and can offer the pieces in multiples and with custom ...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Steel, Chrome

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

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

By Knoll

Located in Van Nuys, CA

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

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

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Aluminum

Rare Early Pair of Eero Saarinen Womb Chairs and Ottomans, Knoll, USA, 1950s
Rare Early Pair of Eero Saarinen Womb Chairs and Ottomans, Knoll, USA, 1950s

Rare Early Pair of Eero Saarinen Womb Chairs and Ottomans, Knoll, USA, 1950s

By Knoll, Eero Saarinen

Located in Lewes, East Sussex

A very rare pair of early production Eero Saarinen womb chairs and ottomans, made by Knoll, USA, 1950s. Fibreglass, black enameled steel frames and first edition feet / glides. Newl...

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

Materials

Steel

Saarinen Executive Arm Chairs in Camel Leather with Brass Legs, Set of 6
Saarinen Executive Arm Chairs in Camel Leather with Brass Legs, Set of 6

Saarinen Executive Arm Chairs in Camel Leather with Brass Legs, Set of 6

By Knoll, Eero Saarinen

Located in Stamford, CT

Eero Saarinen remains one of the most influential furniture designers of the 20th century, celebrated for his sculptural approach to form and his pioneering use of materials. His ico...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Metal, Brass

Marcel Breuer Wassily Chair in Military Green Belting Leather by Knoll
Marcel Breuer Wassily Chair in Military Green Belting Leather by Knoll

Marcel Breuer Wassily Chair in Military Green Belting Leather by Knoll

By Knoll

Located in Sag Harbor, NY

The classic Marcel Breuer Wassily Chair designed by Knoll is an iconic staple in home décor. Crafted in Military Green Belting Leather with a stainless steel frame, this timeless pie...

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2010s American Knoll Seating

Materials

Leather

Pair of Warren Platner Bronze Finish Lounge Chairs
Pair of Warren Platner Bronze Finish Lounge Chairs

Pair of Warren Platner Bronze Finish Lounge Chairs

By Warren Platner, Knoll

Located in Palm Springs, CA

A beautiful pair of Warren Platner designed wire lounge chairs for Knoll in bronze finish. there have been re-upholstered in a Knoll velvet. In good overall condition., The fabric is...

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2010s American Knoll Seating

Materials

Steel

Mid Century Blue Brno Chairs by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll, 2006
Mid Century Blue Brno Chairs by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll, 2006

Mid Century Blue Brno Chairs by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll, 2006

By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe

Located in Detroit, MI

This pair of mid century modern Brno arm chairs by Mies van der Rohe were manufactured by Knoll in 2006. These iconic Bauhaus chairs were designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe in 1930...

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

Materials

Steel, 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 Warren Platner, Knoll

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

Materials

Nickel

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

Pair of Early Knoll Model 71 Saarinen Chairs

By Eero Saarinen, Knoll

Located in Hanover, MA

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

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Stainless Steel

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

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

By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll

Located in Wayne, NJ

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

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

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Leather

Pair of Ettore Sottsass East Side Armchair for Knoll, circa 1980, Italy
Pair of Ettore Sottsass East Side Armchair for Knoll, circa 1980, Italy

Pair of Ettore Sottsass East Side Armchair for Knoll, circa 1980, Italy

By Knoll, Ettore Sottsass

Located in Girona, Spain

DESCRIPTION: Pair of Ettore Sottsass East Side Armchair for Knoll, circa 1980, Italy. Very decorative piece made with black leather and metal base. CONDITION: Good condition. Wear co...

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Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Knoll Seating

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Metal

12 Executive Armchairs by Charles Pollock for Knoll Black Leather & 4 Prong Base
12 Executive Armchairs by Charles Pollock for Knoll Black Leather & 4 Prong Base

12 Executive Armchairs by Charles Pollock for Knoll Black Leather & 4 Prong Base

By Charles Pollock, Knoll

Located in Topeka, KS

Timeless MCM (Mid-Century Modern) to Modern Executive armchairs by Charles Pollock for Knoll set of 12. Each chair is comprised of a black leather seat and back with button detail, a...

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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating

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Aluminum, Stainless Steel, Chrome

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 Knoll, Jens Risom

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 Pair of Mies van der Rohe Tugendhat Armless Lounge Chairs in Camel Leather
1970s Pair of Mies van der Rohe Tugendhat Armless Lounge Chairs in Camel Leather

1970s Pair of Mies van der Rohe Tugendhat Armless Lounge Chairs in Camel Leather

By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a pair of Tugendhat Armless Lounge Chairs, originally designed by Mies van der Rohe in 1929. These particular examples were produced by Knoll International in the 1970s, and ...

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1970s American Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

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Steel

Early Florence Knoll Relaxed Sofa with Paul Smith Maharam Upholstery
Early Florence Knoll Relaxed Sofa with Paul Smith Maharam Upholstery

Early Florence Knoll Relaxed Sofa with Paul Smith Maharam Upholstery

By Knoll, Florence Knoll

Located in Raleigh, NC

A design classic by Florence Knoll. A stunning vintage example newly upholstered in Paul Smith stripes by Maharam, with new foam. The chrome base shows its age and has some chrome l...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating

Materials

Chrome

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

Pair of Warren Platner Lounge Chairs for Knoll International

By Warren Platner, Knoll

Located in Little Burstead, Essex

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

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

Materials

Chrome

MR30/5 Tubular Steel Arm Chair by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe for Knoll
MR30/5 Tubular Steel Arm Chair by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe for Knoll

MR30/5 Tubular Steel Arm Chair by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe for Knoll

By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll

Located in Kelkheim (Taunus), HE

Designer Ludwig Mies van der Rohe (03.1886 – 08.1969) Brand Knoll International Era 1920’s Material metal, chrome plating, black leather Size 57 cm x 89 cm x 72,5 cm I 40 cm Con...

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1920s Italian Bauhaus Vintage Knoll Seating

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Steel, Chrome

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

Forsyth Bespoke Eero Saarinen Womb Chair and Ottoman in Texas Sheepskin

By Knoll, Eero Saarinen

Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO

A favorite of the Forsyth design team! We have an incredible collection of vintage chairs and design icons waiting for a new life. Our upcycled womb chairs are some of our most p...

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

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Sheepskin

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

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

By Eero Saarinen, Knoll

Located in Rosendahl, DE

Womb Lounge Chair with ottoman by Knoll International, designed by Eero Saarinen and produced in the 1960s. This iconic chair is renowned for its organic shapes and unparalleled comf...

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

Materials

Steel

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

Forsyth Bespoke Eero Saarinen Womb Chair and Ottoman in Wavy Sheepskin

By Eero Saarinen, Knoll

Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO

Lead Time: Please allow 10 to 12 weeks to restore a vintage Womb Chair and Ottoman in our wavy New Zealand sheepskin "Eero Saarinen designed the groundbreaking Womb chair at Flore...

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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating

Materials

Chrome

Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Barcelona Stools in Chocolate Brown Leather
Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Barcelona Stools in Chocolate Brown Leather

Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Barcelona Stools in Chocolate Brown Leather

By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll

Located in Atlanta, GA

Iconic Pair of Barcelona Stools or Ottomans, designed by Mies van der Rohde for Knoll, American, circa 1980s. They are upholstered in their original chocolate brown leather which is ...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

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Chrome, Metal

Model 72 Dining Chair in Bouclé by Eero Saarinen for Knoll, USA 1960s
Model 72 Dining Chair in Bouclé by Eero Saarinen for Knoll, USA 1960s

Model 72 Dining Chair in Bouclé by Eero Saarinen for Knoll, USA 1960s

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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1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Steel

Knoll Postmodern Black Lacquered Ricchio Dining Chairs, Set of Eight
Knoll Postmodern Black Lacquered Ricchio Dining Chairs, Set of Eight

Knoll Postmodern Black Lacquered Ricchio Dining Chairs, Set of Eight

By Knoll

Located in South Bend, IN

An exceptional set of eight iconic Postmodern dining chairs By Joseph and Linda Ricchio for Knoll USA, Circa Early 21st Century (originally designed in 1990) Black lacquered maple...

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

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Upholstery, Maple, Lacquer

Pair of Vintage Mid Century Modern Black Leather Wassily Lounge Chairs for Knoll
Pair of Vintage Mid Century Modern Black Leather Wassily Lounge Chairs for Knoll

Pair of Vintage Mid Century Modern Black Leather Wassily Lounge Chairs for Knoll

By Marcel Breuer, Stendig Co., Knoll

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Pair of Vintage Mid Century Modern Black leather Wassily lounge chairs for Knoll. The Wassily lounge chair was designed by Marcel Breuer in Black full leather. Has flat caps on the e...

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

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Steel, Chrome

Original Knoll Brigadier Dreisitzer Leder weiß Cini Boeri 1980
Original Knoll Brigadier Dreisitzer Leder weiß Cini Boeri 1980

Original Knoll Brigadier Dreisitzer Leder weiß Cini Boeri 1980

By Cini Boeri, Knoll

Located in Berlin, DE

Wir bieten ein wunderschönes, weißes Dreisitzer Sofa (Modell: Brigadier) von Knoll aus den 1980er Jahren zum Verkauf an. Der Entwurf stammt von Ciri Boeri, einer der einflussreichste...

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1980s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

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Leather, Wood

2005 Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Barcelona Daybed in Spinneybeck Espana Leather
2005 Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Barcelona Daybed in Spinneybeck Espana Leather

2005 Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Barcelona Daybed in Spinneybeck Espana Leather

By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Barcelona Daybed / Couch, originally designed by Mies van der Rohe in 1930. This particular example was produced by Knoll in the United States and dates to 2005. It feature...

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Early 2000s American Modern Knoll Seating

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Steel

1960's Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chair in Knoll Fabric
1960's Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chair in Knoll Fabric

1960's Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chair in Knoll Fabric

By Knoll, Kroehler Mfg. Co.

Located in Burbank, CA

Vintage 1960's Midcentury Modern lounge chair for sale. It was professionally reupholstered with new fabric and foam. It was reupholstered in Knoll Textile's Chain Link fabric that h...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

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Fabric, Wood

Vintage circa 1985 Mies Van Der Rohe Barcelona Daybed with Zebra Rug
Vintage circa 1985 Mies Van Der Rohe Barcelona Daybed with Zebra Rug

Vintage circa 1985 Mies Van Der Rohe Barcelona Daybed with Zebra Rug

By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe

Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO

We collected this cult-favorite, vintage Mies Van Der Rohe daybed at auction. The stainless steel legs, walnut base, and black leather upholstery are all in excellent condition. See ...

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1980s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

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Leather, Zebra Hide

Executive Conference Chair Armless
Executive Conference Chair Armless

Executive Conference Chair Armless

By Knoll, Eero Saarinen

Located in Forest, BE

Designed by Eero Saarinen in the early 1950s, the Executive Conference Chair reflects the designer’s innovative approach to modern furniture. Its softly curved silhouette and invitin...

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1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

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Fabric, Wood

1950s Florence Knoll Associates Three Seat Sofa Redone by East Penn Upholstery
1950s Florence Knoll Associates Three Seat Sofa Redone by East Penn Upholstery

1950s Florence Knoll Associates Three Seat Sofa Redone by East Penn Upholstery

By Florence Knoll, Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Listed for sale is an original Florence Knoll three-seater sofa, designed by the renowned Florence Knoll and produced by Knoll Associates. This example was produced during the later ...

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1950s American Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

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Steel

Pair of Wassily Chairs by Knoll in Brown Leather and Chrome
Pair of Wassily Chairs by Knoll in Brown Leather and Chrome

Pair of Wassily Chairs by Knoll in Brown Leather and Chrome

By Marcel Breuer, Knoll

Located in Toledo, OH

Pair of Wassily sling armchairs by Knoll in brown leather and chrome. The Wassily Chair, also known as the Model B3 chair, was designed by Marcel Breuer in 1925–1926 while he was the...

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20th Century German Expressionist Knoll Seating

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Chrome

A rare highback lounge chair by Knoll, Art Deco
A rare highback lounge chair by Knoll, Art Deco

A rare highback lounge chair by Knoll, Art Deco

By Knoll, Wilhelm Knoll

Located in Stockholm, SE

A rare Art Deco highback lounge chair by Wilhelm Knoll for Knoll, 1930s. Knoll was founded in 1865 by Wilhelm Knoll with the ambition to manufacture high quailty furniture. During t...

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1930s German Art Deco Vintage Knoll Seating

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Wool, Wood

Warren Platner 1705Y Easy Ottoman, Gray Leather and Nickel, Knoll, 1966
Warren Platner 1705Y Easy Ottoman, Gray Leather and Nickel, Knoll, 1966

Warren Platner 1705Y Easy Ottoman, Gray Leather and Nickel, Knoll, 1966

By Warren Platner, Knoll

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Warren Platner 1705Y Easy Ottoman, Gray Leather and Nickel, Knoll, 1966 Custom gray leather (original); original nickel finish. Ottoman retains original clear acrylic feet. The maste...

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

Materials

Stainless Steel, Nickel

Knoll Two Seater Relax Sofa
Knoll Two Seater Relax Sofa

Knoll Two Seater Relax Sofa

By Knoll, Florence Knoll

Located in Rochester, England

Introducing the ultimate in relaxation and comfort - the Two Seater Relax Sofa by Knoll. Crafted with high-quality materials, this sofa combines luxury with sophistication. Its sleek...

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

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Steel

Pair Sheraton Chairs by Robert Venturi for Knoll.  1986, Signed
Pair Sheraton Chairs by Robert Venturi for Knoll.  1986, Signed

Pair Sheraton Chairs by Robert Venturi for Knoll. 1986, Signed

By Robert Venturi and Denise Scott Brown, Knoll

Located in Kansas City, MO

Set of two Robert Ventura and Denise Scott Brown Sheraton Chairs for Knoll. Produced in 1986. Both examples are signed with the original Knoll labels.

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1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

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Wood, Leather

Knoll seating for sale on 1stDibs

Knoll Seats are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive objects are frequently made of metal and designed with extraordinary care. In our collection of Knoll seating, there are many options to choose from, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. In stock are 600 vintage editions of these items, while there are 3 modern editions to choose from as well. Many of the original Knoll seating was created in the Mid-Century Modern style in North America during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional seating, many customers also consider seating by Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller and Milo Baughman. Knoll seating prices can vary depending on size, time period and other attributes. Price for these items starts at $295 and tops out at $54,000, while pieces like these can sell for $3,999 on average.

Questions About Knoll Seating
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Florence Knoll was an architect and furniture designer who greatly influenced mid-century design. She established the furniture company Knoll, Inc., which continues to manufacture pieces inspired by her designs. Knoll died on January 25, 2019, at the age of 101. Find a collection of Florence Knoll furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A Knoll sofa, or a Knole sofa, is an interesting piece of furniture that’s believed to have its origins in the 1600s and to be the precursor to the modern sofa. It features two side-by-side cushions and arms that are as high as the back of the sofa. The most interesting feature is that these arms can often be tied back or dropped to change the profile of the sofa. Find an assortment of Knole sofas from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Andrew B. Cogan is the CEO of Knoll furniture as of December 2021. He also serves as the Chairman of the Board. He took on the role in 2001. Prior to that time, he worked as the company's COO. Shop a range of Knoll furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, the noted furniture brand Herman Miller acquired Knoll in 2021 and announced a new name, MillerKnoll. The new name is meant to take advantage of the long history and reputation that each brand brings to the table and to introduce a new, stronger joint effort to the public. Shop a collection of Herman Miller and Knoll furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    To pronounce Florence Knoll, say "FLO-rens Noll." The "K" in the designer's last name is silent. Florence Knoll's maiden name was Florence Marguerite Schust, pronounced "shusht." She changed her name after marrying Hans Knoll in 1946. Find a range of Florence Knoll furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    How to date Knoll furniture depends on the piece. Some pieces feature stickers that bear the brand's name and logo, and the graphics changed over the years. By comparing the style of the logo to samples online, you can estimate the age of the piece. In some cases, the manufacturing year may appear on the sticker. To date a Knoll chair, look for the tag sewn on the back of the seat cushion. Often, the manufacturer prints the date there. You'll find a collection of expertly vetted Knoll furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    A Parker Knoll chair is designed by the British furniture manufacturing company Parker Knoll. These chairs are considered to be luxurious — they are handmade in the company’s Nottinghamshire factory from high-quality wood and feature plush upholstery in leather as well as in a variety of fabrics. Find Parker Knoll chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    MillerKnoll owns Knoll furniture. The company formed when Herman Miller, Inc., acquired Knoll, Inc., on April 19, 2021. The publicly traded company operates from its headquarters in Zeeland, Michigan. Andi Owen serves as its CEO, as of December 2021. Shop a collection of Knoll furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Florence Knoll produced her furniture designs largely in a factory located in East Greenville, Pennsylvania. As of December 2021, the company she founded, Knoll, Inc., manufactures furniture in the same factory, as well as in Grand Rapids, Michigan; Muskegon, Michigan; Toronto, Canada; and Foligno and Graffignana, Italy. Find a selection of Florence Knoll furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 15, 2024
    The history of the Knoll sofa began in 1954. The sofa was made during American designer and entrepreneur Florence Knoll’s direction of the Knoll Planning Unit, the company's pioneering "design consultant service" that would define the look of the postwar workplace. The versatile Florence Knoll sofa, with its angular silhouette and tasteful mix of textures, could as easily fit into the glass lobby of a skyscraper as the living room of a home. That same year, Florence Knoll also introduced a companion lounge chair that coordinated with the sofa. Knoll, Inc. continues to produce the Florence Knoll sofa over half a century after it was introduced, and vintage models are still prized for their sturdy construction and timeless qualities. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Florence Knoll sofas.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Knoll maintains manufacturing plants in the United States, Canada, and Italy. Countless designers have worked for Knoll over the years to create exquisite furniture that’s beloved by collectors worldwide. Shop a collection of antique and contemporary Knoll chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Florence Knoll lived in the U.S. throughout her life. She was born in Saginaw, Michigan, on May 24, 1917, and she died in Coral Gables, Florida, on January 25, 2019. From 1940 to 1941, she attended the Chicago Armour Institute in Chicago, Illinois. After that, she lived and worked in New York City for many years. On 1stDibs, find a range of Florence Knoll furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
    Where Parker Knoll sofas are made has changed over time. In 2016, the luxury furniture maker moved its factory to Castlewood, Nottinghamshire. Prior to the relocation, the company produced most of its pieces in London and High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Parker Knoll sofas from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024
    To tell if a chair is a Parker Knoll, look for the maker's label, usually found under the seat on dining chairs and on the bases or frames on office and accent chairs. Although the company has modified its markings over the years, most pieces will at least state "Parker Knoll.” Many pieces also feature serial numbers. By cross-referencing these numbers with information published on trusted online resources, you can learn about the age, style name and other features of your chair. If you need assistance with identification, seek the opinion of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Shop a collection of Parker Knoll chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 15, 2024
    To tell if a chair is Parker Knoll, look under the seat. Most Parker Knoll chairs will be marked with the company's logo and a model number. Some may also display the designer's signature. You can cross-reference the model number with information published on trusted online resources to learn more about your chair. If you can't locate a maker's mark or run into other difficulties identifying your chair, consider enlisting the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of Parker Knoll chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
    To tell if your Knoll table is real, look for a label on the underside of the tabletop. Nearly all Knoll pieces feature marks, but the specific style of the label and the information included on it have varied over the years and from table to table. As a result, you should try searching trusted online resources for images of the labels found on authentic tables of the same age and model as your own. Alternatively, you can have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer evaluate your piece. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of Knoll tables.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024
    To tell if a Knoll chair is real, first look for Knoll Furniture markings, usually found under the seat. These labels have varied over the years, but by comparing what's present on your furniture to images of authentic pieces found on trusted online resources produced around the same time, you can spot any inconsistencies that might indicate a replica. Knoll Furniture has sold many different chairs since its founding in 1938. Researching the characteristics of your specific chair can help you identify signs that your piece may be a replica. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can also help with authentication. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of Knoll chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Florence Knoll made a number of well-known furniture designs and founded the company Knoll, Inc. Some of her most acclaimed pieces include the Florence Knoll lounge chair, the Florence Knoll sofa, the Florence Knoll bench and the Florence Knoll settee. Shop a variety of Florence Knoll furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    You can buy Parker Knoll furniture through an authorized dealer. The manufacturer partners with brick-and-mortar stores all over the world and also works with some online platforms. While you can browse the entire selection of current Parker Knoll designs on their official website, you cannot buy directly from the company online. Shop a collection of Parker Knoll furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Knoll began to stamp their furniture in 2004. An authentic stamp consists of the brand's name printed in the correct font. Normally, the manufacturer places the stamp on the upper section of the base. Shop a selection of expertly vetted Knoll furniture on 1stDibs.