Knoll Furniture
American
As a company that produced many of the most famous and iconic furniture designs of the 20th century, Knoll was a chief influence in the rise of modern design in the United States. Led by Florence Knoll, the firm would draw stellar talents such as Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Eero Saarinen into its compass. Their work would help change the face of the American home and office.
The company was formed in 1938 by the German immigrant Hans Knoll. He first worked with his fellow ex-pat, the Danish designer Jens Risom, who created furniture with flowing lines made of wood. While Risom served in World War II, in 1943 Knoll met his future wife, Florence Schust. She had studied and worked with eminent emigré leaders of the Bauhaus, including Mies, Walter Gropius and Marcel Breuer. She won Knoll over with Bauhaus notions of industrial arts, and an aesthetic that featured flat and tubular metal frames and angular forms. When Hans died in a car crash in 1955, Florence Knoll was appointed head of the company. It was as much through her holistic approach to design — a core division of the firm was dedicated to planning office systems — as Knoll's mid-century modern furnishings themselves that she brought about the sleek and efficient transformation of the American workplace.
Today, classic Knoll furnishings remain staples of modern design collections and decor. A history of modern design is written in pieces such as the elegant Barcelona chair — created by Mies and Lilly Reich — Saarinen’s pedestal Tulip chair, Breuer’s tubular steel Wassily lounge chair and the grid-patterned Diamond chair by Harry Bertoia.
As you can see from the collection of these designs and other vintage Knoll dining chairs, sofas and tables on 1stDibs, this manufacturer's offerings have become timeless emblems of the progressive spirit and sleek sophistication of the best of modernism.
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Creator: Knoll
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 Furniture
Materials
Aluminum
Wassily Lounge Chair by Marcel Breuer for Knoll, 1920s
By Marcel Breuer, Knoll
Located in Budapest, HU
The Wassily chair, designed by Marcel Breuer in the 1920s for Knoll, stands as an iconic piece in the evolution of modern design. Renowned for its pioneering use of materials and dis...
Category
1920s Vintage Knoll Furniture
Materials
Steel
Paul Tuttle “Zeta” Armchairs For Strässle International, Circa 1970
By Knoll
Located in Austin, TX
Pair of lounge chairs by American designer Paul Tuttle for Swiss brand Strässle Interntational in the 1970s. These chairs feature the soft cognac colored leather upholstery original ...
Category
1970s Italian Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture
Materials
Chrome
Harry Bertoia for Knoll Wide White Diamond Chair & Ottoman with Pink Upholstery
By Knoll, Harry Bertoia
Located in St. Louis, MO
Mid-Century Modern Harry Bertoia for Knoll wide version diamond chair with ottoman, frames are original white paint an original but faded pink Knoll textile covers. Minor scuffs to f...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture
Materials
Steel
Pair of Jens Risom Lounge Chairs in brown webbing for Knoll 1950s
By Knoll, Jens Risom
Located in Berlin, DE
Pair of Jens Risom lounge chairs in brown webbing for Knoll. The seat is removable and adjustable from lounge to occasional chairs.
Category
1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Marble Dining Table by Warren Platner for Knoll
By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in Barcelona, ES
Marble dining table designed by Warren Platner for Knoll, USA, 1966. Calacatta marble top and polished nickel steel base.
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture
Materials
Marble, Steel
American Midcentury Knoll Studio Armchair by Linda & Joseph Ricchio
By Knoll, Joe & Linda Ricchio
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful single armchair by Knoll great condition solid and sturdy. retains medallion with signature and date.
Category
20th Century American Post-Modern Knoll Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Beech
Forsyth Bespoke Eero Saarinen Womb Chair and Ottoman in Shearling
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 Shearling.
"Eero Saarinen designed the groundbreaking Wom...
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Furniture
Materials
Sheepskin
A luxurious executive desk chair in brown leather by Otto Zapf for Knoll
By Knoll
Located in Houston, TX
A luxurious executive desk chair in brown leather by Otto Zapf for Knoll, circa 1970s. This high back masterpiece blends ergonomic comfort with timeless sophistication, making it the...
Category
1970s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture
Materials
Leather
White Knoll, Saarinen Calacatta marble tulip dining table with 4 matching chairs
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Highclere, Newbury
An iconic vintage Eero Saarinen, Knoll white tulip dining set with a Calacatta marble top and 4 matching Saarinen, Knoll vintage tulip chairs with...
Category
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture
Materials
Marble, Aluminum
Harry Bertoia for Knoll International Bird Chair and Ottoman
By Harry Bertoia, Knoll
Located in The Hague, NL
Harry Bertoia for Knoll International bird chair and ottoman. This iconic lounge chair and ottoman were originally designed by Harry Bertoia in 1952 and manufactured by Knoll Interna...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Furniture
Materials
Metal
Warren Platner for Knoll Bronze Finish Lounge Chair, 1960's
By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Platner for Knoll Bronzed Steel Lounge Chair. Featuring his classic, 1962 designed, airy vertical Steel Wire rod construction, original Antique Bronze finish, ergonomic bucket seat, ...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture
Materials
Steel
Pair of Florence Knoll White Laminate and Walnut Square Nightstands / End Tables
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of American mid-century square nightstands / end tables with white laminate tops above a walnut base with a single drawer, resting on four squar...
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Furniture
Materials
Wood, Laminate, Walnut
1960s Mid Century Modern Harry Bertoia Knoll Brown Chrome Bird Chair & Ottoman
By Harry Bertoia, Knoll
Located in Stafford, TX
This is a 1960s Knoll Bertoia Bird Chair, a modernist icon designed by Harry Bertoia in 1952 and produced by Knoll. I purchased this from the original owner that purchased early-mid ...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture
Materials
Chrome
Forsyth Bespoke Eero Saarinen Womb Chair and Ottoman in Australian Sheepskin
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
A favourite of the Forsyth design team!
We have an incredible collection of vintage chairs and design icons waiting for a new life. Our upcycled womb chairs are some of our most popular designs. This womb chair and ottoman will be made to order with the finest Australian sheepskins...
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Furniture
Materials
Sheepskin
Rocking Chaise by Richard Meier for Knoll, 1982. Black Leather. Rare. Signed.
By Knoll, Richard Meier
Located in Kansas City, MO
Richard Meier Rocking Chaise manufactured by Knoll, 1982. Designed to lay either direction and wide enough for two people. The original black leather was in hardly used condition, ...
Category
1980s American Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture
Materials
Leather, Birch
Saarinen Executive Armchair in Gunmetal Velvet on Vintage Swivel Base
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Wilton, CT
We've been restoring Saarinen Executive chairs for years in every fabric one can imagine, right in our very own workroom. We’ve restored these chairs using our stunning collection of...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture
Materials
Steel
Lewis Butler Coffee Table for Knoll
By Lewis Butler for Knoll, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Lewis Butler for Knoll Formica Top Coffee Table. Design dates to the early 1950's, reintroduced by Knoll and then discontinued a few year...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture
Materials
Formica, Walnut
Vintage Leather Butterfly Chair by Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy for Knoll
By Knoll, Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy
Located in Atlanta, GA
Sculptural Butterfly Chair, designed by Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy for Knoll, American, circa 1960s. This example retains it's dark chocolate brown leather sling and the black iron base ha...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture
Materials
Iron
Vintage Charles Pfister Knoll Studio Upholstered Sofas, Two Available
By Knoll, Charles Pfister
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Charles Pfister Knoll Studio Upholstered Sofas, Two Available
Offered for sale are two upholstered three-seat sofas designed by Charles Pfister for Knoll Studio. These sofa...
Category
Late 20th Century American Modern Knoll Furniture
Materials
Linen
Florence Knoll 2-Seater Sofa, Classic Mid Century Modern, Knoll
By Knoll, Florence 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 Furniture
Materials
Chrome
Forsyth Bespoke Eero Saarinen Womb Chair in Australian Sheepskin
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
We have an incredible collection of vintage chairs and design icons waiting for a new life. Our upcylced womb chairs are some of our most popular designs. This womb chair will be made to order with the finest Australian sheepskins...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Furniture
Materials
Sheepskin
Saarinen Executive Armchair in Saddle Leather, Swivel Base
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Wilton, CT
We have been restoring Saarinen executive chairs for years in every fabric one can imagine, right in our very own workroom. We’ve restored these chairs using a supple Italian Leather...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Furniture
Materials
Metal
Saarinen Executive Armless Chair in Leather and Suede, Vintage Swivel Base
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Wilton, CT
Montage has been restoring Saarinen Executive Chairs for years in every fabric one can imagine, right in our very own workroom. We’ve restored these chairs using a supple Italian Leather in Saddle...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture
Materials
Steel
Pair of Bastiano Chairs by Tobia Scarpa in Tan Leather, Gavina, Italy, 1975
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Knoll, Gavina
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
Early pair of Bastiano lounge armchairs in tan leather and Italian walnut by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for GAVINA – Italy, 1975.
These chairs are original Italian production by GAVINA. T...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Figured Walnut Saarinen Tulip Side Table for Knoll International, Early 1960s
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Grand Cayman, KY
Iconic tulip pedestal table by Eero Saarinen for Knoll International. Early edition, likely from the 1960. It consists of a cast aluminum base with original white vinyl wrap. The mak...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Knoll Furniture
Materials
Aluminum
Mid 20th Century Knoll Antimott Recliner & Footstool c.1960
By Knoll
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Mid 20th Century Knoll recliner from the Antimott range by the German furniture maker, dating back to 1960's. This chair and ottoman have been reupholstered in a soft sage green fabr...
Category
20th Century German Other Knoll Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Mies Van Der Rohe Thin Brno Chairs by Knoll
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Highland, IN
We think this version of Mies' Brno chair with it's thin seat and back is the most elegant and comes closest to his minimalist ideal. Upholstered in black leather, this pair is in go...
Category
1920s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture
Materials
Stainless Steel
Warren Platner Arm Chairs for Knoll- Set of 6
By Warren Platner, Knoll
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A set of 6 arm chairs by Warren Platner for Knoll. One of the most iconic designs of the midcentury- so much so that they are sold to this day (starting at over $4,500 each). Here is...
Category
Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Furniture
Materials
Metal
Set of 8 Knoll Black Leather Flat Bar Brno Chairs by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fantastic set of 8 flat bar Brno chairs designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe in the twenties. Currently made and produced by Knoll Studio. All 8 are signed on the undersides of the c...
Category
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel, Chrome
Emilio Ambasz Knoll Stacking Office Chair Plastic and Metal
By Knoll, Emilio Ambasz
Located in Chula Vista, CA
AMBIANIC presents
Emilio Ambasz for Knoll Office Chair stackable ergonomic modern design.
Price per chair. Maker stamped.
Plastic with metal frame
31.25 tall x 24.5 w 20d Seat 17.5 A...
Category
Early 2000s American Modern Knoll Furniture
Materials
Metal
Small Modernist Sideboard by Florence Knoll for Knoll International, 1960s
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Antwerpen, VAN
Small modernist sideboard designed by Florence Knoll Basset during the 1950s. This model is made of teak wood with leather handles and black metal square legs. Florence Knoll is know...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Furniture
Materials
Metal
Vintage Eero Saarinen for Knoll Tulip Table
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in west palm beach, FL
Elevate your space with this iconic Mid-Century Modern Eero Saarinen Tulip Table for Knoll. Known for its sleek pedestal design and sculptural elegance, this vintage masterpiece feat...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Furniture
Materials
Metal
Eero Saarinen for Knoll Conference Chair
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Eero Saarinen for Knoll International, 'Conference' chair, beech, fabric, United States, design 1948
Iconic armchair designed by Eero Saarinen. This well known model is reupholstere...
Category
1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Mid Century Modern Sculptural Birch 6 Hat Trick Chairs by Frank Gehry - Knoll
By Knoll, Frank Gehry
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fantastic set of 6 post Modern "Hat Trick Chairs" by Frank Gehry for Knoll. Created from Birch laminates chairs are steam bent in a ribbon like form which lends to a very organic typ...
Category
1990s American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Furniture
Materials
Plastic, Birch, Plywood
Tobia Scarpa new Green Boucle "Bastiano" 2-Seater Sofa for Knoll, 1960s, Italy
By Knoll, Tobia Scarpa
Located in The Hague, NL
Two-seater sofa was produced by Knool in 1960s and designed by Tobia Scarpa.
Mid-Century Modern period Italian design item.
Tobia Scarpa designed the Bastiano series for the experime...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture
Materials
Wenge, Bouclé
Brown Mies van der Rohe Knoll Barcelona Daybed
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Mies van der Rohe Knoll Barcelona Daybed in rich brown offers a timeless blend of modern design and luxurious comfort. With its s...
Category
Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Knoll Furniture
Materials
Chrome
Ross Littell 'Luar' Knoll Design ICF Chrome Glass Coffee Table
By Knoll, Ross Littell
Located in Brescia, IT
"LUAR" coffee table
Ross Little for ICF
1970s
Chrome steel frame
Thickness glass: 2 cm
Glass in perfect condiction.
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture
Materials
Metal
One Vintage Jens Risom for Knoll Lounge Chairs
By Jens Risom, Knoll
Located in Pasadena, TX
One mid-century modern armless lounge chair designed by Jens Risom for Knoll originally in 1946. This early design has a hard maple frame with new linen upholstery.
Category
1950s Vintage Knoll Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Maple
Ludwig Mies Van Der Rohe MR10 Dining Chairs for Knoll International
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
These iconic MR10 dining chairs designed by Ludwig Mies Van der Rohe and manufactured by Knoll International are cherished for their sleek design, high quality of metal work and
ove...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture
Materials
Chrome
Maya Lin Longitude Chaise for Knoll
By Maya Lin, Knoll
Located in Kansas City, MO
This work is from the Earth is (not) Flat series, Maya Lin's first venture in production furniture design. Knoll International, 1998. Upholstered cushion with a leather head rest.
Category
Late 20th Century American Knoll Furniture
Materials
Aluminum
Lewis Butler for Knoll Early Table Model 352
By Lewis Butler for Knoll, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Lewis Butler for Knoll Early Conference or Game Table. Unique Birch Stretcher adds a unique twist to this seldom seen Table. This Table came from the original owner who was Florenc...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture
Materials
Birch, Walnut
Warren Platner Easy Lounge Chair and Ottoman
By Warren Platner, Knoll
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Luxurious model 1705 easy lounge chair and ottoman, designed by Warren Platner for Knoll. Zinc steel wire rods are bent and welded to form a graceful...
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Furniture
Materials
Zinc
Donald Knorr Chair for Knoll Associates, 1948
By Knoll, Donald Knorr
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
For your consideration to of six Knorr chairs. Comprised of sheet metal bolted to steel rod legs. This chair is exceptionally rare (a set of six in simply unheard of)
Model #132 cha...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Furniture
Materials
Metal
Ludwig Mies Van Der Rohe Bauhaus Brown 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 coffee brown leather.
Fully restored in Ital...
Category
1970s Italian Bauhaus Vintage Knoll Furniture
Materials
Chrome
Pair Of Bill Stephens For Knoll Lounge Chairs
By Bill Stephens, Knoll
Located in Pasadena, TX
A pair of mid century modern lounges chairs designed by Bill Stephens for Knoll in the early 1960's. Model no. 1315 with dark walnut frame and new brushed silver velvet upholstery.
Category
1960s Unknown Vintage Knoll Furniture
Materials
Velvet, Walnut
Original Deep Brown Leather Hardoy Butterfly Chair, Issued by Knoll, 1950s
By Knoll, Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage Butterfly Chair with chocolate brown leather sling, designed by Antonio Bonet, Juan Kurchan & Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy, issued by Knoll. A...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture
Materials
Leather
Florence Knoll Walnut Oval Dining Table Desk for Knoll Inc.
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Miami, FL
Versatile 2480 pedestal table desk designed by Florence Knoll for Knoll International in the United States, dating from the 1960s. This iconic design features a solid oval walnut woo...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture
Materials
Chrome, Steel
Monumental Florence Knoll Bench or Coffee Table
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Custom unique Florence Knoll bench for Knoll is black leather and chrome frame. Amazing opportunity to own a one of a kind piece. This bench can also make a great soft ottoman.
Category
Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Furniture
Materials
Steel, Chrome
1960s Eero Saarinen Oval Walnut Coffee Table for Knoll
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Dallas, TX
Early production 1960s Saarinen coffee table manufactured by Knoll. Beautiful walnut top with satin lacquered base in antique white.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Furniture
Materials
Iron
Mid-Century Modern Florence Knoll for Knoll with Black Marble Top Credenza
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A sleek modern classic cabinet designed by Florence Knoll and produced by Knoll. It features a dark mahogany case, stainless steel legs and a black mar...
Category
1990s American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Furniture
Materials
Marble, Stainless Steel
Knoll Barcelona Chairs by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Leather, Stainless Steel
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Kansas City, MO
Four available. Price is for each. Beautiful set of Barcelona Chairs designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and produced by Knoll. Each example i...
Category
Early 2000s American Bauhaus Knoll Furniture
Materials
Stainless Steel
1960’s Saarinen Oval Marble Top Dining Table for Knoll
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in New York, NY
1960's Eero Saarinen Oval Marble Top Dining Table for Knoll. Tulip style base is enameled aluminum.
Category
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture
Materials
Marble, Aluminum
Pair of Warren Platner Bronze Finish Lounge Chairs
By Warren Platner, Knoll
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A beautiful pair of Warren Platner designed wire lounge chairs for Knoll in bronze finish. there have been re-upholstered in a Knoll velvet. In good overall condition., The fabric is...
Category
2010s American Knoll Furniture
Materials
Steel
Eero Saarinen for Knoll Mid Century Womb Chair with Ottoman
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Countryside, IL
Eero Saarinen for Knoll Mid Century Womb Chair with Ottoman
The chair measures: 41 wide x 35 deep x 36 high, with a seat height of 16 inches and arm height/chair clearance of 21 inc...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture
Materials
Metal
Warren Platner for Knoll Mid Century Lounge Chair
By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in Countryside, 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...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Mid-Century Modern Oval Dining Table or Desk by Florence Knoll in Carrara Marble
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
An elegant executive table designed by Florence Knoll and produced by Knoll. It features a beautiful polished white & gray Carrara marble top and a chrome-plated star base. This was ...
Category
1990s American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Furniture
Materials
Marble, Chrome
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...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Furniture
Materials
Aluminum
Knoll Furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
Knoll Furniture is available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive objects are frequently made of metal and designed with extraordinary care. In our collection of Knoll Furniture there are many options to choose from, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. 942 vintage editions of these items are in stock, while there are 75 modern editions to choose from as well. Many original Knoll furniture pieces were created in the Mid-Century Modern style in North America during the 19th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture from Edward Wormley Furniture, Milo Baughman Furniture and Herman Miller Furniture. Knoll Furniture prices can vary depending on size, time period and other attributes. The price for these items starts at US$174 and tops out at US$51,209, while pieces like these can sell for US$3,600 on average.
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- 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, 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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 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 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 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.
- 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, 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, 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.