Pair of Midcentury Chrome Knoll Executive Chairs, New Upholstery
View Similar Items
Pair of Midcentury Chrome Knoll Executive Chairs, New Upholstery
About the Item
- Creator:Knoll (Manufacturer)
- Dimensions:Height: 31.5 in (80.01 cm)Width: 29 in (73.66 cm)Depth: 22 in (55.88 cm)Seat Height: 17 in (43.18 cm)
- Style:Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1950s
- Condition:Reupholstered. Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Asheville, NC
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU6720234180432
Knoll
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.
- Pair of Viggo Boesen Style Rattan Rocker Lounge Chairs - New UpholsteryLocated in Asheville, NCEnhance your space with the timeless appeal of these delightful rattan rocking chairs, inspired by the iconic designs of Viggo Boesen. Featuring fresh pink and white upholstery, thes...Category
Vintage 1980s Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
MaterialsRattan
- Pair of Swivel Pod Lounge Chairs w/ New Shearling UpholsteryLocated in Asheville, NCPair of mid century modern swivel pod chairs. New light grey shearling upholstery! 34”x28” 18”SH 29.25”HCategory
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
MaterialsUpholstery
- Pair Mid Century Modern Chrome Lounge Chairs by Milo Baughman for Thayer CogginBy Milo Baughman, Thayer CogginLocated in Asheville, NCElevate your living space with this stylish pair of mid-century modern lounge chairs by renowned designer Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin. Crafted with sleek chrome frames and featur...Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
MaterialsChrome
- Postmodern Sharkskin Blue Leather Lounge Chair by Nicoletti SalottiBy Nicoletti SalottiLocated in Asheville, NCIntroducing the epitome of style and comfort: the Postmodern sharkskin blue leather chair by Nicoletti Salotti. Sink into luxurious relaxation on this superbly comfortable piece, fea...Category
Vintage 1980s Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
MaterialsLeather
- Black Leather Barcelona Daybed by Mies Van Der Rohe for KnollBy KnollLocated in Asheville, NCThis Mies Van Der Rohe for Knoll daybed has new black leather tufted upholstery as the previous top was a bit worn. We kept the original boxing/band and underside. The cushion has ne...Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
MaterialsLeather, Walnut
- Sven Ivar Dysthe 5 Seater Bentwood Walnut Bench New Elephant Grey UpholsteryBy Sven Ivar DystheLocated in Asheville, NCRare mid century modern Norwegian bench set by Sven Ivar Dysthe. New high quality grey vinyl upholstery. The wood has been cleaned and restored. Some light scuffing/scratching/small ...Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Benches
MaterialsUpholstery, Walnut, Bentwood
- Pair of Chrome Lounge Chairs with New UpholsteryBy Cy MannLocated in Rockaway, NJPair of nice newly upholstered white linen-like fabric Cy Mann lounge chairs.Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
MaterialsChrome
$4,800 / set - Vintage Midcentury Knoll Tubular BRNO Chairs, a PairBy KnollLocated in west palm beach, FLIconic pair of MCM Knoll chairs. The tubular version of the coveted BRNO design. A cantilevered profile with brilliant blue broken stripe upholstery.Category
1990s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
MaterialsSteel
- Pair of Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Arm Chairs Early Original Orange VinylBy Knoll, Eero SaarinenLocated in Philadelphia, PAPair of early vintage Mid-Century Modern Eero Saarinen for knoll "executive" armchairs in their original orange vinyl. Item features very comfortable form, classic Mid-Century design...Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
MaterialsMetal
- Pair of 1960s Bronze Warren Platner Lounge Chairs, New UpholsteryBy Knoll, Warren PlatnerLocated in Dallas, TXWe have a beautiful set of 1960s lounge chairs. Platners first made their debut in 1966. Steel-rod construction with bronze plate. We have reupholstered in a high quality fabric from...Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
MaterialsMetal, Nickel
- Pair of New Navy Blue Wool Upholstery Lounge Slipper ChairsBy Jens Risom, KnollLocated in Rockaway, NJPair of Classic Jens Risom lounge chairs in navy blue wool upholstery. Gorgeous oiled walnut frames.Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs
MaterialsWool, Walnut
- Chrome Lounge Chair New Mohair UpholsteryBy Milo BaughmanLocated in Rockaway, NJBarrel shape chrome Mid-Century Modern chair.Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs