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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
2004 Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Brno Thin Pad Tubular Dining Arm Chair Leather
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Brno Thin Pad Dining chair, model 245A, initially designed by Mies van der Rohe in 1929. These examples were produced by Knoll in 2004, and the listed price includes on...
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Early 2000s American Modern Knoll Seating

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Steel

C. 1951 Set of Nine Jens Risom for Knoll 666 Dining Chairs in Walnut with Seats
By Jens Risom, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a set of nine American Walnut Armchairs, Model 666, designed by Jens Risom for Knoll Associates in 1942. This set dates to circa 1951, and the listed price includes the set o...
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1950s American Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

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Steel

Bruce Hannah and Andrew Morrison for Knoll Int. Three-Seater Sofa
By Knoll, Bruce Hannah & Andrew Morrison
Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon
Bruce Hannah and Andrew Morrison for Knoll Int. three-seater Sofa upholstered and the aluminum repainted to its original white, while we preserved the original polished aluminum colo...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

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Aluminum

Set of 5 MR10 American Mid-Century Mies Van Der Rohe Leather and Steel Chairs
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Queens, NY
Set of 5 MR10 Cantilever brown leather and steel side chairs (MIES VAN DE ROHE for KNOLL INTL) (PRICED AS Set) NOTE: Condition and color of leather seat and back varies with each cha...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating

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Steel

Four (4) NIB Cesca Bar Stools Marcel Breuer Knoll Chromed Steel Upholstery
By Marcel Breuer, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
At the Bauhaus, Marcel Breuer married traditional craftsmanship with industrial methods and materials to help make tubular steel furniture an international sensation and a modern institution. Marcel Breuer was also the designer of the iconic Wassily chair and the Breuer Building, which now houses the Whitney Museum of American Art in the heart of NYC. This brand new set is in the super elegant "Caviar Hourglass" upholstery, and have never been used. These chairs are new in box, and have been priced near the first-party Knoll price. However, we can offer discounted and faster shipping, and are willing to reasonably negotiate. At this time, we have a total of 8 stools...
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2010s American Bauhaus Knoll Seating

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Steel, Chrome

Knoll "Tulip" Chrome Stool by Eero Saarinen w/ Nairobi Upholstery Seat
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Knoll "Tulip" Chrome Stool by Eero Saarinen with Sunbrella "Nairobi" acrylic upholstery seat making a striking black and white botanical fern pattern on the bark cloth fabric. The st...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

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Steel, Chrome

1960s Warren Platner for Knoll Lounge Chairs Nickel w/ Blue Fabric 4x Available
By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Platner Lounge Chair, model 1715L, initially designed by Warren Platner for Knoll in 1966. These examples date to the 1960s. The listed price includes one chair, and we have four chairs available for purchase. The frames of these chairs are composed of nickel-plated steel rods that are welded together, and the seats are upholstered in a blue geometrically patterned fabric. Each chair measures 25.5 inches long, 36.25 inches wide, and is 30.25 inches tall. Their seat height is 18.5 inches. No labels remain, and these look to have been reupholstered at some point. The chair frames have patina present on the nickel-plated steel. The fabric is in decent shape, though there is wear apparent around the arms, and there is loose fabric...
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1960s American Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

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Steel, Nickel

Massimo Vignelli for Knoll International Postmodern Handkerchief Chairs, Twelve
By Massimo Vignelli, Knoll
Located in South Bend, IN
A stylish set of twelve Postmodern stacking "handkerchief" chairs By Massimo Vignelli for Knoll International USA, 1980s Molded fiberglass seat...
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1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

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Steel

1960s Mies van der Rohe Flat Bar Brno Chair in Polished Stainless w/ Leather
By Knoll, Lilly Reich, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Philadelphia, PA
These are Brno Armchairs, model MR50, initially designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Lily Reich in 1929. These particular examples were produced by Knoll in the 1960s. The listed...
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1960s American Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

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Steel

Florence Knoll, Model 75 Stools, Birch, Iron, Knoll Associates, USA, 1948
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of birch and iron stools, model 75, designed by Florence Knoll and produced by Knoll Associates, USA, 1948.
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1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Iron

Early Jens Risom Knoll Associates Armless Settee
By Jens Risom, Knoll
Located in Southampton, NJ
Classic early Knoll Associates sofa designed by Jens Risom in the early 1940s. Solid birch base with sleek angled and tapering legs support a comfortable cantilevered seat with origi...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating

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Upholstery, Birch

2023 Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Barcelona Daybed in White Leather, Model 258L
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Barcelona Couch / Daybed, Model 258L, originally designed by Mies van der Rohe in 1930. This particular example was produced by Knoll in 2023. It features a tubular polishe...
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2010s American Modern Knoll Seating

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Steel

20th Century Ludwig Mies Van Der Roher Pair of Seating mod. MR90 Barcelona
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Turin, Turin
Here a Pair of seating mod. MR90 Barcelona, produced in the 1960s circa produced by Knoll International. The Barcelona chair is designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Lilly Reich ...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

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Steel

Eero Saarinen Executive Chairs Mid Century Modern Furniture
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Dallas, TX
One of the greatest chairs ever designed, the Eero Saarinen executive arm chair, adds a timeless elegance to any home. This iconic piece is not only comfortable and stylish but also ...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating

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Metal

1960s Pair of Charles Pollock for Knoll Sling Arm Lounge Chairs Leather & Chrome
By Knoll, Charles Pollock
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a pair of Pollock Arm Chairs, originally designed by Charles Pollock in 1963. These particular examples were produced by Knoll in the United States and date back to the 1960s...
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1960s American Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

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Steel, Aluminum

Massimo Vignelli for Knoll Postmodern Handkerchief Chair, 7 Available
By Massimo Vignelli, Knoll
Located in South Bend, IN
A stylish postmodern stacking "handkerchief" chair By Massimo Vignelli for Knoll International USA, 1980s Molded fiberglass seat, with powder coated steel base. Measures: 23.5"W ...
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1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

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Steel

Vintage Maple Frame Knoll Sofa by Lewis Butler for Knoll
By Knoll, Lewis Butler for Knoll
Located in Pasadena, TX
Vintage maple frame Knoll sofa by Lewis Butler for Knoll. An arm-less sofa with walnut back legs, cotton web seats and back support. A great example of classic Knoll style and substa...
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1950s American Vintage Knoll Seating

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Teak

Set of 10 Eero Saarinen for Knoll 72C Executive Armless Chairs Chrome Legs *2016
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in St. Louis, MO
Eero Saarinen originally designed this chair in the 1950s MCM period for Knoll, model 72C armless executive chair with tubular steel legs, these have a production date of 2016, This ...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating

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Chrome

Custom Knoll MR Lounge Chairs in Wool by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Pair
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Stamford, CT
Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, the celebrated German architect and a pivotal figure in the Bauhaus movement, helped redefine 20th-century design through his exploration of form, material,...
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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

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Chrome

Pair of Classic Florence Knoll for Knoll Studio Tufted Tan Leather Lounge Chairs
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in St. Louis, MO
Classic Florence Knoll tufted leather lounge chairs, originally designed in 1954, this pair is of recent production. Original Spinneybeck tan leather on satin chrome frame, both an u...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating

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Chrome

Knoll Arm Desk, Conference Chair Designed by Eero Saarinen
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Antwerp, BE
The Knoll international Saarinen conference armchair in license with the De Coene manufacturer Belgium is a design by Eero Saarinen.Featur...
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1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

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Metal

Womb Chair and Ottoman by Eero Saarinen for Knoll, 2000s
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Renens, CH
Indulge in comfort with the Womb Chair, designed by Eero Saarinen and produced by Knoll. This iconic chair showcases Saarinen’s visionary design, and Kn...
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Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating

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Metal

Set of Two Eero Saarinen Model 151 Tulip Armchairs
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Vienna, AT
Pair of armchairs 'Tulip', model 151, design Eero Saarinen, 1955-1956. Early production, probably 1960s. White lacquered molded fiberglass and seat with wool cover. Produced by Knoll...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

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Aluminum

Set of Four Harry Bertoia for Knoll Barstool in Chrome & Black Leatherette
By Knoll, Harry Bertoia
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Deisgned in the early 1950s by genius up-and-coming designer Harry Bertoia, this chair stands today as part of an entire line produced by Knoll. Accompanied by Bertoia's Diamond chai...
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Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating

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Steel, Chrome

Ettore Sottsass “Mandarin” Black Eco Leather Dining Chairs for Knoll, a Pair
By Knoll, Ettore Sottsass
Located in Miami, FL
Memphis Postmodern Mandarin chairs rendered in black lacquered steel frame with black Naugahyde cushioned seats designed by Ettore Sottsass for Knoll.
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Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Knoll Seating

Materials

Steel

Harry Bertoia for Knoll Vintage Bird Lounge Chair
By Knoll, Harry Bertoia
Located in Saint Louis, US
Harry Bertoia for Knoll International bird chair. This iconic lounge chair and ottoman were originally designed by Harry Bertoia in 1952 and manufactured by Knoll International. Each...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

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Metal

Saarinen Dining Chairs for Knoll
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Atlanta, GA
Sculptural set of four "Executive" model dining chairs, designed by Eero Saarinen for Knoll, American, circa 2000s.
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Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating

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Metal

Pair of Mid-Century Cesca Dining Chairs by Marcel Breuer for Knoll
By Knoll, Marcel Breuer
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
Pair of dining Cesca chairs designed by Marcel Breuer in 1928 and produced since that year till today. Chrome plated tubular frame, seat and back with rattan and frame in natural bee...
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1920s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

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Metal

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

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Metal

2021 Jehs+Laub Wire Lounge Chair for Knoll Studio in Dark Marine Blue Leather
By Jehs+Laub 1, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a 2021 production Jehs+Laub Wire Lounge Chair designed by Jehs+Laub and produced by Knoll. This is a gorgeous example, which was acquired directly from a Knoll emp...
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2010s American Modern Knoll Seating

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Leather

Otto Zapf for Knoll Mid Century Leather Office Chair
By Knoll, Otto Zapf
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Otto Zapf for Knoll Mid Century Leather Office Chair This chair measures: 32 wide x 32 deep x 47 high, with a seat height of 21 and arm height/chair clearance of 29 inches All piec...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

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Chrome, Metal

2000s Richard Schultz for Knoll 1966 Series 3-Seater Outdoor Sofa w/ Beige Mesh
By Richard Schultz, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Schultz 1966 three seat lounge chair with arms, originally designed by Richard Schultz in 1966. This particular example was produced by Knoll in the USA in the 2000s. The l...
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Early 2000s American Modern Knoll Seating

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Aluminum, Steel

Set of 8 "Brno" Side Chairs by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe for Knoll
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Milan, IT
Set of 8 "Brno" Flat Bar Side Chairs by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe for Knoll International. Thick steel frame with no visible connections to the black leather seat. "Designed for his r...
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1970s American Vintage Knoll Seating

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Steel

2018 Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Dining Arm Chairs in Purple Velvet
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Saarinen Executive Armchair, designed by Eero Saarinen for Knoll International in 1950. This example was produced in the USA in 2018. The chair features upholstered seats i...
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2010s American Modern Knoll Seating

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Foam, Wood, Fabric

Bastiano Chair by Afra + Tobia Scarpa for Gavina
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Knoll
Located in Chicago, IL
c. 1960s. Italy. Reupholstered in red geometric chenille fabric. Remnants of a Knoll label.
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Fabric, Wood

8 Executive Armchairs by Charles Pollock for Knoll Black Leather & 4 Prong Base
By Knoll, Charles Pollock
Located in Topeka, KS
Classic MCM (Mid-Century Modern) to Modern Executive armchairs by Charles Pollock for Knoll set of 8. Each chair is comprised of a black leather seat and back with button detail, alu...
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating

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Aluminum, Stainless Steel, Chrome

Bruce Hannah & Andrew Morrison Sling / aluminum armchair for Knoll 1970
By Bruce Hannah & Andrew Morrison, Knoll
Located in Buffalo, NY
"Sling" armchair from the 70s for Knoll by designers Andrew Morrison and Bruce Hannah in a dark brown leather -like fabric and cast aluminum. Origina...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

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Aluminum

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

Mid-Century Modern Red Wire Diamond Lounge Patio Chair by Harry Bertoia Knoll
By Harry Bertoia, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A classic diamond chair designed by Harry Bertoia and produced by Knoll. This chair features a red factory powder coat. Always used indoors but could be used as a patio chair.
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Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating

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Wire

1960s Marcel Breuer for Gavina / Knoll Wassily B3 Lounge Chair in Black Leather
By Knoll, Marcel Breuer
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Wassily B3 Lounge Chair, originally designed by Marcel Breuer in 1925. This particular example was produced by Gavina in Italy in the 1960s and imported and distributed by ...
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1960s Italian Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

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Steel, Chrome

Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Mr Adjustable Chaise, Knoll, 1980
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Chicago, IL
Ludwig Mies van der Rohe MR adjustable chaise, Knoll 1980. Ludwig Mies van der Rohe coral pink velvet cushions with leather strapping. Adjustable MR loun...
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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

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Chrome

6x Warren Platner Arm Chairs – Knoll International – Nickel-Plated – Hallingdal
By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in Telgte, DE
For sale is a set of 6 original armchairs by renowned designer Warren Platner, produced by Knoll International – an iconic design statement from the mid-20th century. Details: • Man...
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Late 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating

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Steel, Nickel

Knoll "Tulip" Chrome Stool by Eero Saarinen W/ Zebra Seat, Pair
By Knoll
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Eero Saarinen designed a chrome stool with a "tulip" shape made popular by this model in the knoll company. This steel cast stool features the original chrome finish with a Zebra pri...
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1950s American Vintage Knoll Seating

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Steel

Forsyth Bespoke Eero Saarinen Womb Chair and Ottoman in Wavy Sheepskin
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
Lead Time: Please allow 10 to 12 weeks to restore a vintage Womb Chair and Ottoman in our wavy New Zealand sheepskin "Eero Saarinen designed the groundbreaking Womb chair at Flore...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating

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Chrome

Mies van der Rohe Brno Chair 245 Tubular Steel, Knoll, Mahogany Leather, Italy
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Brno Chair, Tubular, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe 1930 Designed by Mies van der Rohe for his renowned Tugendhat House in Brno, Czech Republic, the Brno Chair reflects the groundbreaking...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating

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Stainless Steel

Pair of Warren Platner Mid Century Modern Lounge Chairs for Knoll C1965
By Warren Platner, Knoll
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fantastic pair of Mid Century Modern Sculptural Lounge Chairs by Warren Platner for Knoll International. C1965 chairs which have a table pictured but not included and am ottoman also...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

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Steel, Chrome

Early Vintage Eero Saarinen for Knoll Orange Vinyl Executive Arm Chairs - a Pair
By Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Early Vintage Eero Saarinen for Knoll Orange Vinyl Executive Arm Chairs - a Pair. Item features very comfortable form, classic Mid-Century design and early original Knoll label. Circ...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating

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Metal

"Culbuto" Armchair by Marc Held for Knoll International, 1960s
By Marc Held, Knoll
Located in bruxelles, BE
High back armchair in black leather with moulded fibreglass shell. The chair can be tipped. Measure: Seat height: 40 cm. Wear due to time and age. For shipping, request us for receiv...
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

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Leather, Fiberglass

Knoll Generation Ergonomic Office Desk Chair in Gray and Black, Fully Adjustable
By Knoll, Formway Design Studio
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Knoll Generation ergonomic office desk chair in gray fabric and black frame, fully adjustable. Generation by Knoll is an award-winning office chair that offers a new standard of comf...
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2010s American Modern Knoll Seating

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Aluminum, Steel

Warren Platner for Knoll Mid Century Lounge Chair
By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Warren Platner for Knoll Mid Century Lounge Chair This chair measures: 36 wide x 27 deep x 30.5 high, with a seat height of 20 and arm height/chair clearance 26 inches All pieces o...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

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Metal, Chrome

Set of 6 Tulip Chairs by Eero Saarinen produced by Knoll International ca. 1970
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Geneva, CH
Set of 6 tulip swiveling dining chairs by Eero Saarinen and produced by Knoll International ca. 1970s Original red wool cushions invery good condition. Manufacturer label under the c...
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1950s American Vintage Knoll Seating

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Aluminum

1960's Mid-Century Modern Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Arm Chairs - a Pair
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Burbank, CA
Pair of authentic vintage Midcentury Modern armchairs for sale. These date back to the 1960's, and have been professionally reupholstered in new fabric and foam. They have a fibergla...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Stainless Steel

Krusin Armchair in Ebonized Oak by Marc Krusin for Knoll, USA, c. 2000's
By Knoll
Located in Deland, FL
Beautiful style and comfortable seating. The Krusin armchair with upholstered back inset from Knoll complements a broad range of established motifs with its subtle elegance and strai...
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Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating

Materials

Oak

Set of Four Harry Bertoia for Knoll Barstool in Chrome & Black Leatherette
By Knoll, Harry Bertoia
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Deisgned in the early 1950s by genius up-and-coming designer Harry Bertoia, this chair stands today as part of an entire line produced by Knoll. Accompanied by Bertoia's Diamond chai...
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Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Seating

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Steel, Chrome

Pair Florence Knoll Model 65 Chrome & Oatmeal Fabric Slipper Lounge Chairs, 1973
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Pair of Florence Knoll Chromed Steel & Oatmeal Fabric Lounge Chairs. Featuring 1 inch reflective sturdy, solid Chromed Steel constructed framework, ergonomic angled rear legs and bac...
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1970s American Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Chrome

Mies Van Der Rohe for Knoll Stainless Steel Brno Chairs Red Velvet 1979, Pair
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Mies van der Rohe Flat Bar Brno for Knoll in stainless steel with the original dark red velvet Fabric. In very good condition marked with label, Knoll Inte...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Stainless Steel

Saarinen Executive Armchair in Original Black Leather, Vintage Swivel Base
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Wilton, CT
This gorgeous vintage Knoll Saarinen Executive Armchair comes in its original supple black leather in very good condition. There is very minor wear. This particular chair has been in...
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1980s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

Materials

Steel

BERTOIA Diamond Chair, Model HB_10, Harry Bertoia for Knoll
By Knoll, Harry Bertoia
Located in Neuss, NW
BERTOIA diamond chair, model HB_10, designed in the 1940s by Harry Bertoia for Knoll. Frame made of wire mesh with a new felt cover in red. Quality Features: very good workmans...
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

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Metal

Classic Original Tulip Stool by Eero Saarinen by Knoll
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Original Tulip Stool in cast aluminum by Eero Saarinen for Knoll. Eero Saarinen vowed to address the “ugly, confusing, unrestful world” he observed underneath chairs and tables -- th...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Seating

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Aluminum

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bertoia for Knoll Wire Chairs - Set of 8
By Harry Bertoia, Knoll
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Capture the essence of iconic mid-century modern design with this stunning set of 8 vintage Bertoia side chairs for Knoll. Designed by renowned sculptor Harry Bertoia, these chairs f...
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Late 20th Century American Minimalist Knoll Seating

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Metal

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
    To pronounce Florence Knoll, say "FLO-rens Noll." The "K" in the designer's last name is silent. Florence Knoll's maiden name was Florence Marguerite Schust, pronounced "shusht." She changed her name after marrying Hans Knoll in 1946. Find a range of Florence Knoll furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, the noted furniture brand Herman Miller acquired Knoll in 2021 and announced a new name, MillerKnoll. The new name is meant to take advantage of the long history and reputation that each brand brings to the table and to introduce a new, stronger joint effort to the public. Shop a collection of Herman Miller and Knoll furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Andrew B. Cogan is the CEO of Knoll furniture as of December 2021. He also serves as the Chairman of the Board. He took on the role in 2001. Prior to that time, he worked as the company's COO. Shop a range of Knoll furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs 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 ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Florence Knoll lived in the U.S. throughout her life. She was born in Saginaw, Michigan, on May 24, 1917, and she died in Coral Gables, Florida, on January 25, 2019. From 1940 to 1941, she attended the Chicago Armour Institute in Chicago, Illinois. After that, she lived and worked in New York City for many years. On 1stDibs, find a range of Florence Knoll furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    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 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 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 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 ExpertApril 22, 2024
    Where Parker Knoll sofas are made has changed over time. In 2016, the luxury furniture maker moved its factory to Castlewood, Nottinghamshire. Prior to the relocation, the company produced most of its pieces in London and High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Parker Knoll sofas from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024
    To tell if a chair is a Parker Knoll, look for the maker's label, usually found under the seat on dining chairs and on the bases or frames on office and accent chairs. Although the company has modified its markings over the years, most pieces will at least state "Parker Knoll.” Many pieces also feature serial numbers. By cross-referencing these numbers with information published on trusted online resources, you can learn about the age, style name and other features of your chair. If you need assistance with identification, seek the opinion of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Shop a collection of Parker Knoll chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
    To tell if your Knoll table is real, look for a label on the underside of the tabletop. Nearly all Knoll pieces feature marks, but the specific style of the label and the information included on it have varied over the years and from table to table. As a result, you should try searching trusted online resources for images of the labels found on authentic tables of the same age and model as your own. Alternatively, you can have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer evaluate your piece. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of Knoll tables.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 15, 2024
    To tell if a chair is Parker Knoll, look under the seat. Most Parker Knoll chairs will be marked with the company's logo and a model number. Some may also display the designer's signature. You can cross-reference the model number with information published on trusted online resources to learn more about your chair. If you can't locate a maker's mark or run into other difficulties identifying your chair, consider enlisting the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of Parker Knoll chairs.
  • 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
    You can buy Parker Knoll furniture through an authorized dealer. The manufacturer partners with brick-and-mortar stores all over the world and also works with some online platforms. While you can browse the entire selection of current Parker Knoll designs on their official website, you cannot buy directly from the company online. Shop a collection of Parker Knoll furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Knoll began to stamp their furniture in 2004. An authentic stamp consists of the brand's name printed in the correct font. Normally, the manufacturer places the stamp on the upper section of the base. Shop a selection of expertly vetted Knoll furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs 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.

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