Knoll Sofas
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
Cini Boeri for Knoll ‘Gradual’ Modular Set in Black Leather
By Knoll, Cini Boeri
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Cini Boeri for Knoll, 'Gradual' elements, black leather, fiberglass, Italy, 1971.
This stunning black modular set was designed by Cini Boeri for Knoll. The frame of the elements is ...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Sofas
Materials
Leather, Fiberglass
Heli 3-Seater Leather Sofa by Otto Zapf for Knoll, 1980s
By Otto Zapf, Knoll
Located in RADOMSKO, PL
Introducing the Heli Sofa, a design marvel by Otto Zapf, crafted exclusively for Knoll International. This post-modern piece seamlessly blends luxury and modernity with its sleek bla...
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1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Knoll Sofas
Materials
Leather
Tan Leather Sofa by Richard Schultz for Knoll
By Richard Schultz, Knoll
Located in Toledo, OH
This 1970 sofa designed by Richard Schultz for Knoll features a leather cushioned front and back, and was created with modular sections that hang from a ste...
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Knoll Sofas
Materials
Steel
Tan Leather Sofa by Richard Schultz for Knoll
By Richard Schultz, Knoll
Located in Toledo, OH
This 1970 sofa designed by Richard Schultz for Knoll features a leather cushioned front and back, and was created with modular sections that hang from a ste...
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Knoll Sofas
Materials
Steel
Knoll Loveseat with Burnt Orange Wool Upholstery and Chrome Legs
By Knoll
Located in Toledo, OH
Unique Knoll 2-seat loveseat with original wool upholstery and chrome legs in excellent vintage condition. Very solid and heavy. No rust on the legs, there are 3 buttons missing. 55 ...
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20th Century Knoll Sofas
Materials
Chrome
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 Sofas
Materials
Birch, Upholstery
Knoll Parallel Bar Sofa Re-Upholstered in Knoll Rivington Fabric
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A lovely complete re-upholstered vintage Knoll Parallel Bar Sofa or 2 seat settee. The fabric we chose to use is a sophisticated all-over multi...
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20th Century American Knoll Sofas
Materials
Steel
Mid Century Modern 2 Seat sofa table Bruce Hannah and Andrew Morrison for Knoll
By Bruce Hannah & Andrew Morrison, Knoll
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Mid Century Modern 2 Seat armchair sofa with middle white laminate table by Bruce Hannah and Andrew Morrison for Knoll. Made in American circa 1960s. D...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Sofas
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
Mid century Florence Knoll Sofa #57 Parallel Bar System - needs upholstery
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Vintage circa 1960 Midcentury Florence Knoll Parallel Bar System sofa Model #57 three-seat sofa with arms. Designed by Florence Knoll for Knoll Int. USA. Solid Steel frame and is in ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Sofas
Materials
Steel
1960s Florence Knoll Sofa Reupholstered in Wool Mohair
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A stunning vintage 1960s Florence Knoll sofa that we had redone and reupholstered in a beautiful Kravet wool mohair. Color is called indigo blue. A rich navy color. We had 6 extra ba...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Sofas
Materials
Steel
Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Krefeld Settee or Sofa in Dark Brown Leather for Knoll
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in St. Louis, MO
Architect Ludwig Mies van der Rohe designed Krefeld settee in a rich dark brown leather for Knoll. Recent 2009 production based on his 1930s designs for the Esters and Lange residenc...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood
Rare No. 704 Richard Schultz Knoll International Daybed / Sofa
By Richard Schultz, Knoll
Located in Munich, DE
Convertible sofa designed by Richard Schultz for Knoll International. The seat pulls forward and up to create a flat and level bed. Wonderful and classic Mid-Century Modern design.
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Sofas
Materials
Metal
Rare Richard Schultz Knoll International Daybed / Sofa No. 703
By Richard Schultz, Knoll
Located in Munich, DE
Convertible sofa designed by Richard Schultz for Knoll International. The seat pulls forward and up to create a flat and level bed. Wonderful and classic Mid-Century Modern design up...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Sofas
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Wonderful No. 26 Sofa by Florence Knoll for Knoll International
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Munich, DE
Rare no.26 by florence knoll in showroom condition. Hardly used only re-upholstered and used one time for a photo shooting and very exclusive model redone with very cosy fabric in wa...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Sofas
Materials
Metal
Knoll Pfister Black Leather Sofa, 1971
By Knoll, Charles Pfister
Located in Chicago, IL
Knoll Pfister black leather sofa, 1971. Original leather.
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Sofas
Materials
Leather
Leather Box Style Loveseat Sofa by Charles Pfister for Knoll
By Charles Pfister, Knoll
Located in New York, NY
Chic, sophisticated, and voguish loveseat sofa, designed by Charles Pfister for Knoll. This example was executed in grayish blue leather, it is in good, original condition, showing l...
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Late 20th Century American International Style Knoll Sofas
Materials
Leather
Aged Knoll Style Brown Leather Two Seater Sofa Chesterfield Style Buttoning
By Knoll
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely Knoll style brown leather two seater sofa chesterfield style buttoning.
This piece is good looking and super comfortable, everything compliments with the soft leather. The Knoll style makes it very stylish to add style to any room. The colour would uplift the interior space of any contemporary or modern home. The classic colour brings out its elegance and taste. I am also selling an armchair in a separated listing.
Please have a closer look at the pictures because they form part of the description.
Antique and vintage/used items will show signs of wear which form part of their character. All our items are cleaned thoroughly, then a coat of wax is applied to revive the leather/wood and finally hand polished.
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Height 83/41 to...
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20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Knoll Sofas
Materials
Leather
Fully Restored Antique Victorian Oxblood Knoll Sofa Feather Filled Cushions
By Knoll
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this original Victorian circa 1860-1880 fully restored oxblood leather Knoll sofa with overstuff feather filled cushions.
This sofa was fully re...
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1860s English High Victorian Antique Knoll Sofas
Materials
Leather
Fully Restored Antique Hand Dyed Brown Leather Four Seater Knoll Drop Arm Sofa
By Knoll
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer this very rare fully restored four seater Knoll sofa with oversized feather filled cushions
If you’re looking at this listing ...
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Knoll Sofas
Materials
Brass
Cini Boeri Two-Seat Sofa for Knoll International, 1970s
By Cini Boeri, Knoll
Located in Den Haag, NL
Two-seat sofa designed by Cini Boeri for Knoll International. Upholstered in smooth black Leather. Model ''Brigadier''
Love the design, low and wide. So 1970s. The wooden base has re...
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1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Knoll Sofas
Materials
Leather
Bruce Hannah and Andrew Morrison for Knoll Sling Settee Sofa Design, 1970s
By Bruce Hannah & Andrew Morrison, Knoll
Located in Buffalo, NY
Iconic Knoll sling bench designed by Hannah Morrison, black coated aluminum frame with grey wool upholstery.
Some small marks on the frame but in otherwis...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Sofas
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
off White Leather and Stainless Steel Parallel Bar Sofa by Florence Knoll
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Off white leather and brush stainless steel parallel bar sofa designed by Florence Knoll for Knoll.
This came out of the Australian embassy and retains their label.
This was reupholstered about 10 years ago.
Was used only in winter home...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Sofas
Materials
Stainless Steel
Mid-Century Modern Modular Sectional Sofa, 1960s
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Antwerp, BE
Landscape sofa that provides unique comfort and modern straight lined.
This stunning formed sofa has a frame of chromed steel and is finished in finest beige fabric.
Its outstandin...
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1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Sofas
Materials
Stainless Steel
Early Florence Knoll Armless Sofa and Chair Set
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is an early and rare Knoll sofa and chair set. This sets one and only home was non-other then a Richard Nuetra estate in the Hollywood Hills. N...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Sofas
Materials
Stainless Steel
1980s Trix & Robert Haussmann for Knoll Tan Brown Saddle 2-Seat Sofa
By Knoll, Trix and Robert Haussmann
Located in Dallas, TX
This iconic modern-design of peerless quality is a 2-seat lounge seating sofa designed by Trix and Robert Haussmann and manufactured by the world-renown Furniture House, Knoll Intern...
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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
Florence Knoll for Knoll Mid-Century Modern Sofa in Fuchsia
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
An iconic sofa designed by Florence Knoll and produced by Knoll in the early 1960s. It features a stainless steel frame with fuchsia tweed upholstery.
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Sofas
Materials
Stainless Steel
Florence Knoll 2-Seater Sofa, Classic Mid Century Modern, Knoll
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Buffalo, NY
Vintage Florence Knoll 2 seater 'lounge series' sofa with original 2nd generation upholstery in a coarse woven off-white mottled wool fabric.
This sofa d...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Sofas
Materials
Chrome
Charles Pfister for Knoll Blue Tweed Sofa
By Charles Pfister, Knoll
Located in Cambridge, US
USA, ca. 1970s. A classic three-seat tuxedo sofa designed by Charles Pfister for Knoll. Features a handsome and tailored form freshly upholstered in Knoll’s Diva Songbird fabric supp...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Sofas
Materials
Textile, Upholstery
2015 Florence Knoll Two Seat Settee Loveseat Sofa in Purple Fabric, Model 1205S2
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an original Florence Knoll Settee Sofa, Model 1205S2, designed by Florence Knoll for Knoll in 1954. This particular example was produced by Knoll Studio in the USA in 2015. I...
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2010s American Modern Knoll Sofas
Materials
Steel
1990s Heli Three-Seat Sofa by Otto Zapf for Knoll International in Brown Leather
By Knoll, Otto Zapf
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an original Heli three-seat sofa, initially designed by Otto Zapf for Knoll International in 1983. This particular piece was produced in Czechoslovakia in the early 1990s, an...
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1990s Czech Modern Knoll Sofas
Materials
Steel, Aluminum, Enamel
1970s Two-Seat Sling Sofa by Hannah Morrison for Knoll in Fabric and Aluminum
By Bruce Hannah & Andrew Morrison, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Two-Seat Sling Sofa, designed by Bruce Hannah and Andrew Morrison for Knoll in 1971. It features a polished cast-steel frame, and has an upholstered seat & back. The uphols...
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1970s American Modern Vintage Knoll Sofas
Materials
Steel
Vintage Florence Knoll 3 Seater Sofa by Knoll Brown Cognac 1970s
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Aachen, NW
This timeless iconic sofa was designed in 1954 by Florence Knoll and produced by Knoll in the 1970s.
The sofa features an amazing Mid Brown leather and has a wonderful patina.
Ove...
Category
1970s American Vintage Knoll Sofas
Materials
Stainless Steel
Midcentury Leather Sofa Bastiano, Afra and Tobia Scarpa, Knoll, 1962
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Gavina, Knoll
Located in Praha, CZ
- very rare in this color /original ivory/
- very confortable
- original very good condition
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood
Mid-Century Modern Pfister Cube 3 seat Sofa by Knoll in Tan Leather
By Knoll, Charles Pfister
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Mid-Century Modern Vintage all original Knoll cube 3 seat sofa. Simple cubist form with clean lines, set atop (4) black metal legs seemingly floating base that are characteristic of ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Sofas
Materials
Leather
Florence Knoll Bench Sofa Model 578
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Florence Knoll Bench Style Sofa, model 578. Perfect to use as a guest bed when people stay over! Sold this sofa to a customer 20 plus years ago, they reupholstered it then! Still ...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Sofas
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Knoll Richard Stein Daybed/Sofa
By Richard Stein, Knoll
Located in Wilmington, DE
Mid-Century Modern Knoll Richard Stein daybed/sofa
Offered is a Mid-Century Modern Knoll Richard Stein daybed/sofa. The sofa is a convertible. Missing seat cushion and is in need of restoration. It is in structurally sound condition. It is signed. Check out our other listings for more Mid...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Birch
Ludwig Mies Van Der Rohe Red Barcelona Lounge Chair for Knoll, 1972, Set of 2
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Vicenza, IT
Set of 2 Barcelona lounge chair, designed by Ludwig Mies Van der Rohe in 1929 and manufactured by Knoll International in 1972.
Made of chromed steel and leather.
Excellent vintage co...
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1970s Italian Bauhaus Vintage Knoll Sofas
Materials
Chrome
BASTIANO Sofa in black leather by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for KNOLL – Italy, 1962
By Knoll, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
BASTIANO Sofa in black leather and solid walnut by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for KNOLL – Italy, 1962
Designer: Afra and Tobia Scarpa
Manufacturer: KNOLL
Country: Italy
Model: Bastiano three seat sofa
Design period: 1975
Date of manufacturing: circa 1960-70
Material: Leather / Solid walnut
Condition: Good / refinished wood / normal signs of age and use / some crackle in the leather / No tears or holes
Introducing the Knoll Bastiano...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Sofas
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Ludwig Mies Van Der Rohe Bauhaus Red Barcelona Lounge Chair for Knoll, 1972
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Vicenza, IT
Barcelona lounge chair, designed by Ludwig Mies Van der Rohe in 1929 and manufactured by Knoll International in 1972.
Made of chromed steel and leather.
Excellent vintage condition.
...
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1970s Italian Bauhaus Vintage Knoll Sofas
Materials
Chrome
Knoll Associates Couch, Park Avenue, New York, Made in Italy
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Knoll Associates sofa on steel frame. Sofa has been restored with new webbing, foam and upholstery. Label located on the left hand side of sofa. Label is Knoll Associates, 320 Park Avenue, New York, N.Y. 10022. Made in Italy. Upholstered in Knoll textile called Infinite in Sugar (Infinite is a highly usable upholstery and wrapped panel fabric showing continuous circles defined by a fine black outline...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Sofas
Materials
Steel
Divano in pelle bianca mod. Brigadiere disegnato da Cini Boeri per Knoll
By Cini Boeri, Knoll
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Divano modello Brigadiere disegnato da Cini Boeri per Knoll nel 1976, si tratta di una versione a tre posti da 230 cm con struttura laccata nera (la versione a due posti non è più di...
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1970s International Style Vintage Knoll Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood
Charles Pfister for Knoll Sofa and Lounge Chair
By Knoll, Charles Pfister
Located in Asbury Park, NJ
Pleased to offer this great Charles Pfister for Knoll sofa and lounge chair. This set was purchased from the original owner who had work...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Divano in pelle mod.Brigadiere disegnato da Cini Boeri per Knoll
By Cini Boeri, Knoll
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Divano mod. brigadiere disegnato da Cini Boeri e prodotto da Knoll nel 1976, struttura laccata bianca, un solo divano disponibile della coppia. Buone condiz...
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1970s International Style Vintage Knoll Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood
Ludwig Mies Van Der Rohe Bauhaus White Leather Barcelona Daybed for Knoll, 1970s
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Vicenza, IT
Barcelona daybed, designed by Ludwig Mies Van der Rohe in 1929 and manufactured by Knoll International in 1972.
Made of chromed steel and leather.
Excellent vintage condition.
The B...
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1970s Italian Bauhaus Vintage Knoll Sofas
Materials
Chrome
Buffalo Leather Sofa by Robert and Trix Haussmann for Knoll, c. 1988, Signed
By Knoll, Robert and Trix Haussmann
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This phenomenal buffalo leather three-seat sofa is by Robert and Trix Haussmann for Knoll International (designed in 1988) and signed with Knoll decking fabric and Knoll Made in Ital...
Category
1980s Italian Modern Vintage Knoll Sofas
Materials
Aluminum
Florence Knoll Sofa for Knoll International
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A classic mid-century tufted sofa by Florence Knoll Sofa for Knoll International c.1950s, USA. It can easily be floated in the center of a room as the b...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Sofas
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Vintage Knoll Aluminum Sling 3 Seat Sofa by Bruce Hannah and Andrew Morrison
By Bruce Hannah & Andrew Morrison, Knoll
Located in Portland, OR
Ultra-rare aluminum sling 3 seat sofa designed by Bruce Hannah and Andrew Morrison for Knoll. This design team worked together at Knoll throughout the 1970s and won numerous design awards! Super comfy sling design makes a great spot for long conversations, or watching a show. Leather is very nice, with some minor wear due to age. Like Marc Newson's Lockheed Lounge...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Sofas
Materials
Aluminum
Vintage Florence Knoll Brown Sofa ~ Model 2577
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in New York, NY
Florence Knoll three seat sofa by Knoll Associates. Model 2577. Original Naugahyde brown upholstery with chrome-plated steel base.
Unsigned.
USA, circa 1960-1970.
Dimensions: 90.7...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Sofas
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Cini Boeri for Knoll Sofa ‘Gradual’ in Black Leather
By Cini Boeri, Knoll
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Cini Boeri for Knoll, sofa, 'Gradual', black leather, fiberglass, Italy, 1971.
This stunning black sofa was designed by Cini Boeri for Knoll. The frame of this sofa is made out of b...
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Sofas
Materials
Leather, Fiberglass
1949 Florence Knoll Associates 26 BC Upholstered 3-Seater Sofa New Upholstery
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a 1949 Florence Knoll for Knoll Associates 26 BC upholstered 3-seater sofa, which was just freshly reupholstered by Forthright, a renowned upholstery shop based in...
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1940s American Modern Vintage Knoll Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Florence Knoll, Sofa "Parallel Bar" for Knoll, 1954 / 1960. Newly upholstered.
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Paris, FR
Lovely Two seat sofa model 52 also known as ‘Parallel Bar’ designed by Florence Knoll in 1954 and produced by Knoll International from 1955 to 1973 This sofa is an edition from the v...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Sofas
Materials
Steel, Chrome, Metal
Cini Boeri for Knoll 'Brigadiere' Living Room Set in Black Leather
By Knoll, Cini Boeri
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Cini Boeri for Knoll, sofa and armchairs, model 'Brigadiere', leather, lacquered wood, Italy, 1976.
Architectural 'Brigadiere' living room set designed by Italian designer Cini Boe...
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1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Knoll Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood
Rare Early Eero Saarinen Womb Sofa / Settee, Knoll, USA, 1950s
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in London, GB
A very rare early production Eero Saarinen womb settee, made by Knoll, USA, 1950s. Fibreglass, black enameled steel frames and first edition feet ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Sofas
Materials
Steel
Mid Century Modern Gradual Sofa with Brown Base by Cini Boeri for Knoll
By Cini Boeri, Knoll
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
Amazing pair of Gradual sofas/ loveseats in black leather by Cini Boeri for Knoll, Italy 1970s. This sophisticated, yet practical design will be the perfe...
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Plastic
Rare 'Model 66' 2-Seater Sofa by Florence Knoll for Knoll International, 1950s
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Antwerpen, VAN
Rare 2-seater sofa designed by Florence Knoll Basset around 1955. This armless version is called ‘Model 66’ or ‘Slipper’ and features a slim black lacquered base in steel with a funk...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Sofas
Materials
Steel
2020 Knoll Barber Osgerby Compact Two Seater Sofa in Green Fabric
By Knoll, Edward Barber and Jay Osgerby
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Barber Osgerby Compact Two Seater Sofa, designed by Edward Barber and Jay Osgerby and produced by Knoll. This example was produced in 2020. The fabric looks and feels simil...
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2010s American Modern Knoll Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
2012 Florence Knoll 3 Seat Leather Sofa w/ Custom Leather
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a classic Three Seat Sofa designed by Florence Knoll and produced by Knoll in 2012. The sofa was custom ordered for the executive suite of a corporate office in New York City...
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2010s American Modern Knoll Sofas
Materials
Steel
Jens Risom Sofa by Knoll
By Knoll, Jens Risom
Located in Highland, IN
This early Risom model 37 sofa for Knoll is classic mid-century. Designed in 1946, the dynamic, but restrained form speaks to Risom's Scandinavian heritage. The upholstered body is s...
Category
1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Sofas
Materials
Birch, Upholstery
Knoll sofas for sale on 1stDibs.
Knoll sofas are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of fabric and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Knoll sofas, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original sofas by Knoll were created in the mid-century modern style in united states during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider sofas by Adrian Pearsall, Edward Wormley, and Milo Baughman. Prices for Knoll sofas can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $750 and can go as high as $44,574, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $6,548.
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Questions About Knoll Sofas
- 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.
- 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.
- 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, 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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 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.
- 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.
- 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 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.
- 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 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 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 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.