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Armchairs For Sale
Creator: Knoll
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Set of 4 Mies Van Der Rohe for Knoll Brno Chairs in Cato Upholstery 60 available
Located in Hudson, NY
Set of 4 Knoll Brno chairs designed by Mies Van der Rohe. These chairs are upholstered in Knoll's Cato upholstery. Color is 'natural'- which reads as a pale oatmeal color. These chai...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Steel
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 Armchairs
Materials
Wool, Wood
1960s Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Dining Chair Arm in Beige Fabric
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Saarinen Executive Chair, Model 71 USB, designed by Eero Saarinen for Knoll in 1950. This particular example dates to the 1960s. Its design features legs of polished tubula...
Category
1960s American Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Steel
L54 pair of armchairs by Gae Aulenti for Knoll
By Knoll, Gae Aulenti
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Pair of Gae Aulenti model 54L design armchairs for Knoll international.
Beautiful timeless design armchairs with black lacquered metal frames and orange/red fabric upholstery.
The ...
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Aged Knoll Style Brown Leather Armchair Chesterfield Style Buttoning Track Arms
By Knoll
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely Knoll style brown leather armchair with 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 living 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 the matching sofa in a separate 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.
Dimensions (cm)
Height 83/41 to...
Category
20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather
Pair of Wassily Chairs by Knoll in Brown Leather and Chrome
By Knoll, Marcel Breuer
Located in Toledo, OH
Pair of Wassily sling armchairs by Knoll in brown leather and chrome. The Wassily Chair, also known as the Model B3 chair, was designed by Marcel Breuer in 1925–1926 while he was the...
Category
20th Century German Expressionist Armchairs
Materials
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 1250€.
Category
1970s European Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Chrome
Arm Chairs by Bill Stephens for Knoll
By Knoll, Bill Stephens
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A pair of armchairs with bentwood laminated frames and arm rests.
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Wood, Upholstery
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 Armchairs
Materials
Wool, Wood
Set of Four Armchairs by Ettore Sottsass for Knoll Memphis Era
By Ettore Sottsass, Knoll
Located in San Diego, CA
Nice set of four Mandarin chairs designed by Sottsass for Knoll, in red fabric on foam black enameled tubular legs and silver pipping arms, simple and elegant by this master architect.
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Eero Saarinen for Knoll 'Executive' Chair in Beige Creme Fabric and Oak
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Eero Saarinen for Knoll International, dining chair, oak, fabric, United States, design 1948, later production
An organic shaped chair designed by Eero Saarinen. A fluid, sculptural...
Category
1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Warren Platner for Knoll Gold Plated Armchair with Andes Black Leather
By Warren Platner, Knoll
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A stunning Warren Platner for Knoll armchair in 18k Gold Plated steel and Andes black leather. We were fortunate to find this chair. It was used as a floor sample for a Retailer who ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Armchairs
Materials
Gold Plate, Steel
Pair of Mies Van Der Rohe for Knoll Flat Bar Brno Chairs
By Knoll
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Mid-Century Modern pair of Mies van der Rohe for Knoll brno armchairs. The chairs feature a steel flat bar design with a chrome finish. The frames have navy blue leather seat covers....
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Set Of Four Knoll Arm Chairs With Original Upholstery
By Knoll
Located in Buchanan, MI
Set Of Four Knoll Arm Chairs With Original Upholstery
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Bentwood
Early Saarinen Knoll Executive Task or Desk Chair Tilt Swivel Castors Orig Vinyl
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Please note, I have a matching pair of armchairs, see last picture.
Executive armchair designed in 1950 by Eero Saarinen for Knoll Associates. This example is from the early '50's, with the earliest tilt mechanism. All original! The original blue vinyl is soft and comfortable, with a couple small repairs I made - see pictures. The padding is soft and everything works as it should. A very sturdy and comfy chair...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Steel
2010s Knoll Saarinen Executive Arm Chair in Orange Fabric 2x Available
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Saarinen Executive Arm Chair, Model 71A, designed in 1950 by Eero Saarinen and produced by Knoll. The listed price includes one chair, and we have two chairs available for ...
Category
2010s American Modern Armchairs
Materials
Steel
1984 Set of Six Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Flat Bar Brno Arm Chairs in Grey
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a set of 6 Flat Bar Brno Chairs, Model 255, originally designed by Mies van der Rohe in 1930. These particular examples were manufactured by Knoll in 1984, and the listed pri...
Category
1980s American Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Early Ralph Rapson Rocker with Leather Webbing
By Knoll, Ralph Rapson
Located in Kalamazoo, MI
This is a rare first year production from HG Knoll Associates of a stunning rocking chair designed by Ralph Rapson. It boasts a solid birch frame with original woven leather webbing...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Birch, Leather
Mies van der Rohe Brno Chair 245 Tubular Steel, Knoll, Mahogany Leather, Italy
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Brno Chair, Tubular, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe 1930
Designed by Mies van der Rohe for his renowned Tugendhat House in Brno, Czech Republic, the Brno Chair reflects the groundbreaking...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Knoll Arm Desk, Conference Chair Designed by Eero Saarinen
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
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...
Category
1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Metal
2019 Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Brno Chair in Chromed Steel and Grey Leather
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Brno Chair, Model 255, originally designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe in 1929. These particular examples were produced in the USA in 2019 by Knoll. This listing price is f...
Category
2010s American Modern Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Four Ettore Sottsass Mandarin Chairs for Knoll in Red & Black, 1986 Italy
By Knoll, Ettore Sottsass
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...
Category
1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Metal, Steel
Warren Platner Easy Lounge Chair for Knoll 1966 (Old Edition)
By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in Argelato, BO
Vintage Warren Platner Easy Chair (Model 1705; aka Easy Lounge Chair)
It is one of the most iconic and representative models of the famous American architect and designer Warren Pl...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Steel
1960s Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Arm Chair in Yellow Hopsack Fabric
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Saarinen Executive Desk Chair, Model 71A, originally designed by Eero Saarinen for Knoll in 1950. This example dates to the 1960s. It features legs of polished tubular stai...
Category
1960s American Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Fritz Hansen Arne Jacobsen Knoll Series 7 Danish Teak Arm Chairs (A) - Pair
By Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Fritz Hansen Arne Jacobsen Knoll Series 7 Danish Modern Teak Arm Chairs (A) - Pair. Item features manufacturer labels found on the underside of each chair. Current retail is approx. ...
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Teak
2022 Set of Six Richard Schultz for Knoll 1966 Collection Dining Arm Chairs
By Richard Schultz, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a set of six 1966 Collection Outdoor Dining Chairs with Arms, Model 1966-45H, initially designed by Richard Schultz for Knoll in 1966. This particular set dates to 2022, but ...
Category
2010s American Modern Armchairs
Materials
Aluminum
1960s Pair of Eero Saarinen for Knoll Full-Back Executive Arm Chairs
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a rare pair of Saarinen Executive Chairs, Model 68 UPC, originally designed by Eero Saarinen for Knoll in 1950. These examples date to the 1960s. The listed price includes th...
Category
1960s American Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Steel
2004 Ettore Sottsass for Knoll Mandarin Dining Chair in Orange with Upholstery
By Knoll, Ettore Sottsass
Located in Philadelphia, PA
These are Mandarin Chairs, originally designed by Ettore Sottsass in 1986. These particular examples were produced by Knoll in the USA C. 2004. The chairs are comprised of sculptural...
Category
Early 2000s American Modern Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Frank Ghery Hat Trick Arm Chairs for Knoll
By Knoll, Frank Gehry
Located in Chicago, IL
Frank Ghery hat trick arm chairs for Knoll, bentwood furniture inspired by the simple bushel basket.
Gehry quotes:"These come out of m...
Category
1990s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Maple
1960s Set of Four Eero Saarinen for Knoll Tulip Pedestal Arm Chairs, Model 150US
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a set of four Saarinen Tulip Pedestal Swivel Armchairs, Model 150A, initially designed by Eero Saarinen for Knoll in 1956. These examples date to the 1960s. The listed price ...
Category
1960s American Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Aluminum
Early Vintage Eero Saarinen for Knoll Orange Vinyl Executive Arm Chairs - a Pair
By Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Early Vintage Eero Saarinen for Knoll Orange Vinyl Executive Arm Chairs - a Pair. Item features very comfortable form, classic Mid-Century design and early original Knoll label. Circ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal
1990s Ettore Sottsass for Knoll Mandarin Dining Chairs in Red w/ Upholstery
By Knoll, Ettore Sottsass
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Postmodern “Mandarin” armchair, initially designed by Ettore Sottsass for Knoll in 1986. These examples date to the 1990s, and the listed price includes one chair. We h...
Category
1990s American Modern Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Mid-Century Modern Ludwig Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Tubular Brno Chairs x 2
Located in St. Louis, MO
Mid-Century Modern Mies Van Der Rohe for Knoll chrome tubular Brno 245 chairs. Various colors, 1-green and 1-purple. Have acceptable fabric, Chrome is nice condition, some retain lab...
Category
1930s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Chrome
Bnro Tubular Chair
By Knoll
Located in Hudson, NY
Knoll has made this incredibly comfortable and stylish chair. Complimentary orange with chrome frame will liven the seating area wherever it may be.
Chair has minor blemishes and you...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Chrome
Original Set of 4 'Executive' Armchairs by Eero Saarinen for Knoll, 1960s
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Antwerpen, VAN
Great set of 4 ‘Model 71’ armchairs also known as the ‘Executive’ series designed by Eero Saarinen for Knoll International in 1948. This is an early set from the sixties with the ori...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Ettore Sottsass Mandarin Dining Set in Carrara Marble, 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. Additionally, a Carrara marble round pe...
Category
1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Metal, Steel
6 Executive Armchairs by Charles Pollock for Knoll Black Leather & 4 Prong Base
By Charles Pollock, Knoll
Located in Topeka, KS
Marvelous MCM (Mid-Century Modern) to Modern Executive armchairs by Charles Pollock for Knoll set of 6. Each chair is comprised of a black leather seat and back with button detail, a...
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Aluminum, Stainless Steel, Chrome
Eero Saarinen for Knoll Pair of ‘Conference’ Armchairs of UNESCO Paris
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Eero Saarinen for Knoll International, pair of ‘Conference’ armchairs, fabric, lacquered steel, France, Paris, designed in 1957
These armchairs were commissioned by the UNESCO Headq...
Category
1950s French Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Steel
East Side Lounge Chair by Ettore Sottsass for Knoll, Italy, 1980's
By Ettore Sottsass, Knoll
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Wonderful lounge chair with its original soft leather upholstery in great condition. This suburb lounge chair features gray lacquered steel feet with translucent plastic end pieces. ...
Category
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Metal
2015 Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Dining Arm Chair in Fabric w/ Oak Legs
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Saarinen Executive Chair, model 71A, originally designed by Eero Saarinen for Knoll in 1950. This particular example dates to 2015. It features its original Knoll black fab...
Category
2010s American Modern Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Mies van der Rohe Brno Tubular Armchair by Knoll
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 Armchairs
Materials
Chrome
1960's Mid-Century Modern Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Arm Chair
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Burbank, CA
Vintage original Midcentury Modern executive arm chair for sale. Designed by Eero Saarinen for Knoll in the 1950's. This one was manufactured in the 1960's, and has been professional...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Vintage Chrome Dining Chairs by Ludwig Mies Van Der Rohe
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage set of four chrome dining chairs designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe manufactured by knoll circa 1970s. . These chairs stand out for their floating design due to the chrome ...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Chrome
Warren Platner Grey Leather Easy Chair and Ottoman Set of Three, Knoll, 1966
By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Warren platner grey leather easy chair and ottoman set of three, Knoll, 1966. Knoll Models 1705L and 1705Y. Please see last image for proper dimensions.
Warren Platner for Knoll gr...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Stainless Steel, Nickel
1960's Mid-Century Modern Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Arm Chairs - a Pair
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Burbank, CA
Pair of authentic vintage Midcentury Modern armchairs for sale. These date back to the 1960's, and have been professionally reupholstered in new fabric and foam. They have a fibergla...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Walter Knoll Set of 16 Dining Room Chairs in Bentwood and Leather, Germany 1970s
By Knoll
Located in Almelo, NL
Walter Knoll Set of 16 Dining Room Chairs in Bentwood and Leather, Germany 1970s
A set of 16 modern armchairs or dining room chairs, manu...
Category
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Bentwood
Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Arm Chairs Set of 4/ 2 SETS Available!
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Armchairs, sold in sets of 4! Two Sets of 4 Available! Classic Comfortable large chair. Perfect for dining rooms or conference! These came from ...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Chrome
Pair of Saarinen Executive Armchairs Knoll Mid-Century Modern
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Grand Cayman, KY
Enhance your space with this timeless pair of Mid-Century Organic Modern Executive Armchairs by renowned designer Eero Saarinen for Knoll. These iconic chairs feature a classic 4-leg...
Category
1960s American Organic Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Metal
C. 2010 Pair of Marcel Breuer for Knoll Cesca Dining Arm Chairs w/ Black Leather
By Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a pair of Cesca armchairs, model 50A, originally designed by Marcel Breuer in 1928. The listed price includes the pair of chairs. These examples were manufactured by Knoll ci...
Category
2010s American Modern Armchairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Mid-Century Modern Scoop Leather Lounge Chair By Jens Risom For Knoll
By Knoll, Jens Risom
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-Century Modern, scoop, lounge chair by Jens Risom for Knoll features a minimal, black lacquered maple frame with a floating scoop seat newly upholstered in mustard yellow, textur...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Maple
Pair of Mies van der Rohe for Knoll 'Brno' White Leather and Chrome Tube Armchai
By Knoll
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of American Mid-Century 'Brno' armchairs with chrome tube frames and white leather upholstery. (Mies Van Der Rohe for Knoll International)(Priced as Pair).
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal, Chrome
1990s Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Tubular Brno Chair w/ Thin Pad in Leather
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Brno Tubular Steel Armchair, Model 245A, originally designed by Mies van der Rohe in 1930. These particular examples were produced by Knoll in Italy in the 1990s. The liste...
Category
1990s Italian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Steel
1960s Warren Platner Dining Arm Chair in Bronze Finish w/ Hopsack Upholstery
By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Platner Dining Armchair, model 1725, initially designed by Warren Platner for Knoll in 1966. This is an early example, dating to the late 1960s. The frame of this chair is ...
Category
1960s American Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Steel
1960s Pair of Warren Platner for Knoll Dining Arm Chairs with Bronze Frames
By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a pair of Platner Armchairs, designed by Warren Platner for Knoll in 1966. These are early examples, dating to the late 1960s. The frames of these chairs are composed of pati...
Category
1960s American Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Steel
8 Executive Armchairs by Charles Pollock for Knoll Black Leather & 4 Prong Base
By Charles Pollock, Knoll
Located in Topeka, KS
Classic MCM (Mid-Century Modern) to Modern Executive armchairs by Charles Pollock for Knoll set of 8. Each chair is comprised of a black leather seat and back with button detail, alu...
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Aluminum, Stainless Steel, Chrome
1960s Pair of Charles Pollock for Knoll Sling Arm Lounge Chairs Leather & Chrome
By Knoll, Charles Pollock
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a pair of Pollock Arm Chairs, originally designed by Charles Pollock in 1963. These particular examples were produced by Knoll in the United States and date back to the 1960s...
Category
1960s American Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Steel, Aluminum
Mid Century Silver Diamond Wire Chair by Bertoia for Knoll
By Knoll, Harry Bertoia
Located in Detroit, MI
This vintage mid century modern diamond wire lounge chair designed by Harry Bertoia (American, 1915-1978) for Knoll is circa 1970. The chair has welded steel rod construction and thi...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Steel, Wire
Ettore Sottsass “Westside” Armchairs for Knoll International, 1982, Set of 2
By Ettore Sottsass, Knoll
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Ettore Sottsass “Westside” armchairs for Knoll International, foam and fabric, Italy, 1982, set of two.
The “Westside” collection is an iconic proje...
Category
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Metal
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