Knoll Chairs
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
Pair of Midcentury Mies Van Der Rohe Brno "Flat Bar 255" Leather Chairs, 1970s
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Roma, IT
Pair of amazing Ludwig Mies van der Rohe "brno" chairs in beige leather. Gavina produced this pair of items for Knoll in Italy during the 1970s.
These stunning dining room chairs ha...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Knoll Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel, Chrome
Diamond Chairs by Harry Bertoia for Knoll International
By Harry Bertoia, Knoll
Located in Brussels, BE
Diamond chairs by Harry Bertoia for Knoll International, 6 available
Sold par piece 1200€.
Category
1970s European Vintage Knoll Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Warren Platner for Knoll Nickel Lounge Chair Reupholstered in Your Fabric
By Warren Platner, Knoll
Located in Atlanta, GA
Sculptural modern lounge chair in nickel finish, designed by Warren Platner for Knoll, circa 1970s. This chair is currently being reupholstered and can be completed in your fabric. S...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Chairs
Materials
Metal, Nickel
Diamond Chairs by Harry Bertoia for Knoll International
By Knoll, Harry Bertoia
Located in Brussels, BE
Diamond chairs by Harry Bertoia for Knoll International, 6 available
Sold par piece 1250€.
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1970s European Vintage Knoll Chairs
Materials
Chrome
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 Chairs
Materials
Oak
Set of 10 Brno Flat Bar chairs by Knoll, design by Mies van der Rohe, 20th century
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Vicenza, VI
Brno Chair Flat Bar is a chair created by Mies Vas der Rohe, a German designer who changed the history of 20th century design. The object was desig...
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1960s American Other Vintage Knoll Chairs
Materials
Steel
Red Florence Knoll Lounge Chairs
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A pair of vintage Florence Knoll lounge chairs on steel bases. We have these totally refurbished and re-upholstered in red Maharam Messenger fabric. The bases have been polished, and...
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20th Century American Knoll Chairs
Materials
Steel
Rare Pair of Risom for Knoll 666 Chairs
By Jens Risom, Knoll
Located in New York, NY
Early and hard to find design by Jens Risom for Knoll, model 666 chairs having birch frames and cloth webbing seats. These chairs are in original and untouch...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Birch
Pr. Cube Form Club Chairs by Charles Pfister for Knoll
By Knoll, Charles Pfister
Located in New York, NY
Chic pair of leather club chairs designed by Charles Pfister for Knoll. Executed in grayish blue leather, close to a slate blue in tone. Chairs are matching in color, they appear different in the pictures as a result of uneven lighting. The chairs are in very good, original condition, showing only light cosmetic wear, normal and consistent with age. Priced and offered as a pair, please view the matching loveseat we have listed separately at Barbarella Home...
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Late 20th Century American International Style Knoll Chairs
Materials
Leather
Hat Trick Chair by Frank Gehry for Knoll
By Frank Gehry, Knoll
Located in Ravenna, IT
The Hat Trick chair, designed by Frank Gehry for Knoll, features a distinctive striped frame of natural maple. The soft shape of the frame is complemented by a padded cushion in the...
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1990s German Knoll Chairs
Materials
Leather, Maple
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 Chairs
Materials
Leather
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 Chairs
Materials
Metal
BERTOIA Chairs, Model 420, Harry Bertoia for Knoll
By Harry Bertoia, Knoll
Located in Neuss, NW
BERTOIA chair, model 420, designed in the 1940s by Harry Bertoia for Knoll. Frame made of wire mesh with a new felt cover in grey. The offer includes 4 chairs.
Quality Features:
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Chairs
Materials
Metal
Four Ettore Sottsass Mandarin Chairs for Knoll in Red & Black, 1986 Italy
By Ettore Sottsass, Knoll
Located in Grand Cayman, KY
Icon of the Memphis Milano Movement. A set of four Ettore Sottsass Mandarin chairs for Knoll. Black Alcantara upholstery. Arms in red lacquer.
A 1986 design by Ettore Sottsass for K...
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1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Knoll Chairs
Materials
Metal, Steel
Authentic Mint Set of Four Midcentury Knoll Brno Chairs by Mies van der Rohe
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Special order red leather chairs upholstered by Knoll. Beautiful showing very little use.
Category
1990s North American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Richard Schultz Chairs for Knoll Up to 20
By Richard Schultz, Knoll
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Rare model 1407 chairs designed by Richard Schultz for Knoll for a short period of time. Beautiful curves and angles with hidden welds inspired by bicycle manufacturing with a nod to...
Category
1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Knoll Chairs
Materials
Steel
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 Chairs
Materials
Metal
c. 1960-70 Set of 4 Bertoia Chromed Steel Chairs by Knoll
By Knoll, Harry Bertoia
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Circa 1960-70 set of 4 Bertoia chromed steel chairs by Knoll. With original winter seat covers. Designed in 1952 by Harry Bertoia for Knoll. Very good condition commensurate with 60-...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Chairs
Materials
Steel
New Contemporary Knoll Brown Leather & Chrome Brno Chairs W/ Arm Pads
By Knoll
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
The Brno Chair is a timeless design by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe that has been praised for its simplicity, elegance, and comfort. This contemporary iteration of the chair features a c...
Category
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Knoll Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Early Children's Side Chairs by Harry Bertoia for Knoll in White Enamel, Pair
By Harry Bertoia, Knoll
Located in Stamford, CT
Harry Bertoia, renowned primarily as a sculptor, was approached by Florence Knoll with a simple request: if he discovered an interesting design motif in his artistic process, he shou...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Chairs
Materials
Metal, Enamel
Tulip Dining Chairs by Eero Saarinen for Knoll International, 1970s, Set of 6
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in bruxelles, BE
Set of 4 chairs and 2 armchairs in fibreglass, aluminium and green fabric. The chairs turn but the armchairs do not. Stamped Knoll. Seat height: 47 cm. Armchair width: 67 cm. Wear du...
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1970s Central American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Set of 8 "Tulip" Chairs by Knoll
By Knoll
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Set of 8 "Tulip" chairs designed by Eero Saarinen (1910 - 1961) and manufactured by Knoll. Glass fiber, aluminium base and synthetic leather cushion.
United States, Circa 1950.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Executive Armchair by Eero Saarinen for Knoll International, 1960s
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in bruxelles, BE
Armchair in yellow fabric. Stamped Knoll. Wear due to time and age of the chair (see photo) Seat height: 47cm.
Category
1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Mid-Century Large Knoll Diamond Bertoia Lounge - Single
By Harry Bertoia, Knoll
Located in Raleigh, NC
1960’s Large Knoll Diamond bertoia lounge designed by Harry Bertoia. Very comfy with rubber pads allowing this lounge to flex for comfort. Bertoia ...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Chairs
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Mies van der Rohe Brno Tubular Armchair by Knoll
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Mies van der Rohe Tubular Brno Chair, 2 available, priced separately. Chrome is super clean, leather shows wear and tear. Chairs are from the 1980's with Knoll labels. Use as is or r...
Category
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Chairs
Materials
Chrome
George Nakashima Straight Chair for Knoll
By George Nakashima, Knoll
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designed by master craftsman George Nakashima for Knoll in 1946, the N19 chair was intended as a mass-produced counterpoint to the Nakashima Studio’s popular “Straight Chair...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Vintage Barcelona Chair & Ottoman by Mies van der Rohe Knoll 1960s, Set of 3
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Aachen, NW
This rare set of Barcelona chairs with an ottoman was designed by Mies van der Rohe in 1929 and produced by Knoll in the 1960s.
The pieces features an amazing hand dyed cognac leat...
Category
1960s German Bauhaus Vintage Knoll Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Eero Saarinen set of four Tulip chairs 1970s
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in bari, IT
Saarinen Tulip chairs are a modernist design classic, created by architect and designer Eero Saarinen in the 1950s. They are famous for their sleek, minimalist lines, with tulip-shap...
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Hepplewhite Chair by Robert Venturi and Denise Scott Brown by Knoll, 1984
By Robert Venturi and Denise Scott Brown, Knoll
Located in Kansas City, MO
Hepplewhite chair designed by Robert Venturi and Denise Scott brown. Signed with the Knoll label. In near perfect condition.
Category
1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Knoll Chairs
Materials
Wood
Bauhaus Spoleto Chair Designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe for Knoll, Italy 70s
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Lucija, SI
This iconic Chair, model Spoleto, was designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and produced by Knoll Italy in '70s.
Chair is in perfect vintage condition. It is made of very thick genui...
Category
1920s Italian Bauhaus Vintage Knoll Chairs
Materials
Steel
Set of Bertoia for Knoll Vintage Dining Chairs w Beige Alexander Girard Fabric
By Knoll
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A set of 4 Bertoia Knoll dining chairs with Girard fabric. This is a unique set of mid century modern design chairs. The Bertoia chair is a timeless design with a very versatile styl...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Chairs
Materials
Metal
Knoll By Otto Zapf Black Leather chairs, a pair
By Knoll
Located in Wichita, KS
A pair of Otto Zapf for Knoll International black leather lounge chairs, Marked as manufactured in 1988 . These chairs are large in scale and impactful.
The plush lounge chairs ...
Category
Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Knoll Chairs
Materials
Leather
Early Womb Chair Designed for Eero Saarinen
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Stamford, CT
A early production womb chair designed by Eero Saarinen. Produced by Knoll starting in 1946 this model was produced in 1952. It re...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Chairs
Materials
Steel
Pair of Mies Van Der Rohe Brno Chairs
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Chicago, IL
Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Brno Chair for Knoll.
Designed for the Tugendhat House in Brno, Czech Republic.
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Saarinen Executive Arm Chairs in Pavo Blue Velvet, Gold Edition, Pair
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Wilton, CT
We’ve restored this set of 2 Eero Saarinen for Knoll executive chairs using a 100% Cotton Italian Velvet in the color Pavo blue. Skilled craftsmen...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Chairs
Materials
Steel
Straight Chair by George Nakashima for Knoll & Associates
By George Nakashima, Knoll
Located in Sagaponack, NY
An early production straight chair with spindles and a shaped seat on four splayed, tapered dowel legs.
Category
1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Chairs
Materials
Hickory
Set of Four Richard Schultz 1966 Series Dining Chairs
By Knoll, Richard Schultz
Located in Chicago, IL
Richard Schultz 1966 series Knoll. Set of four outdoor dining chairs Model No. 1966-46-H. Seat and back are woven vinyl coated polyester mesh with vinyl s...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel, Steel
Set of Four Eero Saarinen for Knoll International Dining Chairs
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Eero Saarinen for Knoll International, set of four model 72 chairs, in chrome and leather fabric, United States, 1948.
Set of four organic shaped chairs designed by Eero Saarinen. ...
Category
1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Midcentury Navy Blue Wool Upholstered Eero Saarinen Knoll Armchairs, Pair
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Basel, BS
A PAIR of Saarinen Executive Armchairs with metal bases, upholstered in a splendid navy blue wool textile. These chairs are completely original, and in spectacular condition. The uph...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Chairs
Materials
Wool, Wood
Warren Platner for Knoll Wire Stool
By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Industrial and organic steel wire stool by Warren Platner from the Platner Collection for Knoll, after 1966. Newly upholstered in a creamy, textural wool. In excellent condition. Cur...
Category
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Chairs
Materials
Steel
Tulip Dining Chairs by Eero Saarinen for Knoll International, 1970s, Set of 6
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in bruxelles, BE
Set of 6 chairs in fiberglass, aluminium and pink fabric. Stamped Knoll. Seat height 46cm. Wear due to time and age of the chairs.
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1970s Central American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Pair of Handkerchief Armchairs Designed by Massimo Vignelli for Knoll Studio
By Knoll, Massimo Vignelli
Located in San Diego, CA
A great pair of armchairs designed by Massimo Vignelli for Knoll, circa 1983, for Knoll studio in great condition, black on black the seats are very clean these chairs are nice and c...
Category
20th Century American Post-Modern Knoll Chairs
Materials
Metal
Set of 4 Executive Chairs by Eero Saarinen, Knoll International, Germany
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in München, Bavaria
Dimensions larger model: 73 x 60 x 80 x 46 cm (Width x Depth x Height x Seat Height)
Dimensions smaller model: 65 x 65 x 78 x 46 cm (Width x Depth x Height x Seat Height)
The Execu...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Knoll Chairs
Materials
Steel
Knoll Mid Century Brno Flatbar Chrome Dining Chairs - Set of 6
By Knoll
Located in Countryside, IL
Knoll mid century Brno Flatbar Chrome dining chairs - set of 6
Each chair measures: 23 wide x 24 deep x 32 inches high, with a seat height of 17 and ar...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Eero Sarrinen for Knoll Br50 Chairs - Set of 4
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in west palm beach, FL
Iconic set of 4 Vintage BR50 Chairs by Eero Saarinen for Knoll. These Mid-Century Modern masterpieces feature Saarinen’s signature sculptural design, with sleek lines and ergonomic c...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Knoll International 1601 Model Stackable Chairs by Don Albinson 1970s
By Don Albinson, Knoll
Located in Debrecen, HU
Mid-century modern comfort and durability – Don Albinson’s classic design!
Discover the iconic stackable chair from the 1970s, designed by Don Albinson for Knoll International. The ...
Category
1970s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Midcentury Grey Wool Upholstered Eero Saarinen Knoll Armchair, One Chair
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Basel, BS
One chair left, sold as an individual chair here. Excellent condition throughout.
A Saarinen Executive Armchair with a wooden base, upholstered in a spl...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Chairs
Materials
Wool, Wood
Pair of Model 420, Side Chairs with White Metal Frame by Harry Bartoia for Knoll
By Knoll, Harry Bertoia
Located in Milan, IT
Set of two Model 420 side chairs by Harry Bertoia for Knoll.
Early edition with white metal frame and black seat pad.
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Knoll Chairs
Materials
Metal
Bertoia for Knoll White Metal "Diamond" Chair
By Knoll, Harry Bertoia
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Harry Bertoia (Italian/American, 1915-1978) for Knoll "Diamond" chair in newly powder coated white metal with an authentic yellow or grey exterior seat cushions. Design circa 1952.
...
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1990s American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Chairs
Materials
Steel
Set of 6 Blue 1305-U for Knoll Bentwood Postmodern Dining Chairs, 1970s
By Knoll, Bill Stephens
Located in Madison, WI
Here is an incredible, Rare Set of 6 Post Modern Knoll Oak bentwood upholstered armchairs. The seats are upholstered in a sturdy and very cool Blue pattern textile.
Price is for the ...
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Knoll Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
Pair of Bertoia child's chairs by Knoll
By Knoll, Harry Bertoia
Located in Highland, IN
The classic Bertoia wire chair was produced in the standard size for adults, but also in two smaller sizes for children. This pair is the larger of the two kid's sizes. They were often marketed with the Noguchi cyclone side table as a diminutive version of the dinette set to be used as a child's activity table...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Chairs
Materials
Steel
Set of 4 chairs Harry Bertoia Knoll International 1980s upholstered
By Harry Bertoia, Knoll
Located in Berlin, DE
We are offering for sale a beautiful set of 4 upholstered chairs by Knoll International from the 1980s. The design is by Harry Bertoia and is characterized by its functional elegance...
Category
1980s American Vintage Knoll Chairs
Materials
Fabric
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...
Category
2010s American Knoll Chairs
Materials
Leather
Harry Bertoia for Knoll Diamond Black Wireframe Accent Chair Mid Century Modern
By Knoll
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A Harry Bertoia Diamond chair for Knoll. The Diamond chair was designed by Bertoia for Knoll in 1952. It has become one of the quintessential mid century modern seating designs, taki...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Set of 4 Impeccable Handkerchief Chairs by Lella & Massimo Vignelli for Knoll
By Knoll, Massimo and Lella Vignelli
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of 4 stacking 'Handkerchief' chairs designed by Massimo and Lella Vignelli for Knoll International. This set was produced in 1991 and retains its original tags.
Massimo and Lella Vignelli both studied architecture before founding the Vignelli Office of Design and Architecture in 1960. In 1971 they established Vignelli Associates, a vehicle for focusing on projects that incorporated their industrial, furniture and graphic design talents. Their diverse portfolio includes corporate identity work for IBM, American Airlines, and Bloomingdales as well as signage for the New York Subway system and Washington, D.C.
Additionally, Vignelli Associates contributed two furniture designs to the Knoll portfolio: the Handkerchief chair (designed together with David Law) and the Paperclip table...
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1990s Italian Post-Modern Knoll Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Mid-Century Pair of Armchairs by Knoll Associates
By Knoll
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage pair of comfortable armchairs designed by Knoll Associates.
Chairs feature off-white tufted upholstery and sleek polished chrome legs.
Both chairs come with optional arm pr...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Mid Century Post Modern Royal Blue Chrome & Walnut Accent Chair
By Knoll
Located in Madison, WI
Chrome framed Side / accent / lounge / Office chair in the manner of Knoll has walnut armrests & royal blue wool upholstery in good condition. The upholstery could use a good cleaning. Very comfortable Original Mid Century Modern accent chair...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Knoll Chairs
Materials
Chrome
BERTOIA Chair, Model 420, Harry Bertoia for Knoll
By Knoll, Harry Bertoia
Located in Neuss, NW
BERTOIA chair, model 420, designed in the 1940s by Harry Bertoia for Knoll. Frame made of wire mesh with a new seat cover in grey.
Quality Features:
very good workmanship
h...
Category
1940s Virgin Islands Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Chairs
Materials
Metal
Knoll chairs for sale on 1stDibs.
Knoll chairs are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of metal and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Knoll chairs, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original chairs by Knoll were created in the mid-century modern style in north america during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider chairs by Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames, and Arne Jacobsen. Prices for Knoll chairs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $450 and can go as high as $54,000, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $2,950.
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Questions About Knoll Chairs
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024To 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.
- Where are Knoll chairs made?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Knoll 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.
- Who is Florence Knoll?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Florence 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.
- What is a Knoll Sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A 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, 2022To 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.
- Does Herman Miller own Knoll?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, 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, 2022Andrew 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.
- How do I date Knoll furniture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022How 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.
- What is a Parker Knoll chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021A 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.
- Who owns Knoll furniture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022MillerKnoll 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.
- Where is Knoll furniture made?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Florence 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, 2024The 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.
- Where does Florence Knoll live?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Florence 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, 2024Where 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, 2024To 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, 2024To 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, 2024To 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 ExpertMarch 22, 2022Florence 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, 2022You 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, 2022Knoll 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 ExpertFebruary 13, 2024What Florence Knoll called the Womb chair after it was created is unknown. However, its creator Eero Saarinen stated that Knoll inspired him to make the piece by asking him to design the most comfortable chair ever, saying specifically that she wanted something that felt like "a basket full of pillows." Presented with the challenge, Saarinen went primal. What, the designer figured, better signifies the very essence of comfort than the womb? "It was designed on the theory that a great number of people have never really felt comfortable and secure since they left the womb,” the designer said of his chair. Find a selection of vintage Womb chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022No, Florence Knoll didn't usually put a number on her pieces. To identify Florence Knoll furniture, look for a tag or mark that bears the name "Knoll" or "Knoll, Inc." On chairs, the labels are usually on the bottom cushion. On 1stDibs, find a collection of expertly vetted Florence Knoll furniture.