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Knoll Armchairs

Mid-century modern design in America wouldn’t look the way it does without Knoll. The company’s acclaimed seatinglounge 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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C. 1988 Pair of Ettore Sottsass Bridge Chairs in Ebonized Maple Kvadrat Fabric
C. 1988 Pair of Ettore Sottsass Bridge Chairs in Ebonized Maple Kvadrat Fabric

C. 1988 Pair of Ettore Sottsass Bridge Chairs in Ebonized Maple Kvadrat Fabric

By Knoll, Ettore Sottsass

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is an original pair of ‘Bridge’ armchairs, designed by Ettore Sottsass for Knoll Studio in 1988. The listed price includes the pair. The chairs are formed of solid maple woo...

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1980s American Modern Vintage Knoll Armchairs

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Foam, Maple, Fabric

2021 Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Arm Dining Chair in Tan Leather
2021 Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Arm Dining Chair in Tan Leather

2021 Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Arm Dining Chair in Tan Leather

By Knoll, Eero Saarinen

Located in Philadelphia, PA

These are Saarinen Executive Arm Chairs, Model 71A, initially designed in 1948 by Eero Saarinen for Knoll. These particular examples were produced in 2021. The listed price includes ...

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2010s American Modern Knoll Armchairs

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Steel

1960s Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Dining Chair Arm in Beige Fabric
1960s Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Dining Chair Arm in Beige Fabric

1960s Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Dining Chair Arm in Beige Fabric

By Knoll, Eero Saarinen

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...

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1960s American Modern Vintage Knoll Armchairs

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Steel

2017 Eero Saarinen for Knoll Dining Arm Chairs in Red Fabric 20x Available
2017 Eero Saarinen for Knoll Dining Arm Chairs in Red Fabric 20x Available

2017 Eero Saarinen for Knoll Dining Arm Chairs in Red Fabric 20x Available

By Knoll, Eero Saarinen

Located in Philadelphia, PA

These are Saarinen Executive Arm Chairs, originally designed by Eero Saarinen for Knoll in 1948. These particular examples were produced in the 2017. Their design features chromed-st...

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2010s American Modern Knoll Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Charles Pollock Arm Chairs by Knoll International, Italy 1970s
Charles Pollock Arm Chairs by Knoll International, Italy 1970s

Charles Pollock Arm Chairs by Knoll International, Italy 1970s

By Knoll, Charles Pollock

Located in Wien, AT

The Charles Pollock Chair is one of the most quietly influential designs in modern furniture design —an object defined less by ornament and more by the elegance of a single idea made...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Armchairs

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Aluminum, Iron

Charles Pfister for Knoll Cream Leather Lounge Chair, Labeled, American 1980's
Charles Pfister for Knoll Cream Leather Lounge Chair, Labeled, American 1980's

Charles Pfister for Knoll Cream Leather Lounge Chair, Labeled, American 1980's

By Charles Pfister, Knoll

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Designed in 1971 by celebrated American designer Charles Pfister for Knoll, this iconic lounge chair exemplifies the restrained elegance and timeless sophistication that became the h...

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15th Century and Earlier American Mid-Century Modern Antique Knoll Armchairs

Materials

Metal

American Midcentury Knoll Studio Armchair by Linda & Joseph Ricchio
American Midcentury Knoll Studio Armchair by Linda & Joseph Ricchio

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.

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20th Century American Post-Modern Knoll Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Beech

Armchairs by Eero Saarinen for Knoll Swiss Production, 1970s – Set of 4
Armchairs by Eero Saarinen for Knoll Swiss Production, 1970s – Set of 4

Armchairs by Eero Saarinen for Knoll Swiss Production, 1970s – Set of 4

By Eero Saarinen, Knoll

Located in Renens, CH

A set of four iconic “Pedestal” swivel armchairs designed by Eero Saarinen for Knoll International, produced in Switzerland during the 1970s. Each chair features a molded white fibe...

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1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Armchairs

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Aluminum

1960s Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Flat Bar Brno Chair in Leather & Bronze Finish
1960s Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Flat Bar Brno Chair in Leather & Bronze Finish

1960s Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Flat Bar Brno Chair in Leather & Bronze Finish

By Knoll, Lilly Reich, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a ‘Brno’ Armchair, model MR50, designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe & Lily Reich in 1929. This particular piece was produced by Knoll in the 1960s. The design features a ...

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1960s American Modern Vintage Knoll Armchairs

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Steel

Warren Platner Lounge Chairs by Knoll, Vintage 1960s Design, USA
Warren Platner Lounge Chairs by Knoll, Vintage 1960s Design, USA

Warren Platner Lounge Chairs by Knoll, Vintage 1960s Design, USA

By Knoll, Warren Platner

Located in Paris, FR

Pair of Warren Platner lounge chairs for Knoll.

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1960s American Vintage Knoll Armchairs

Materials

Steel

4 Mid-Century Modern Tulip Swivel Side Dining Chair by Eero Saarinen for Knoll
4 Mid-Century Modern Tulip Swivel Side Dining Chair by Eero Saarinen for Knoll

4 Mid-Century Modern Tulip Swivel Side Dining Chair by Eero Saarinen for Knoll

By Eero Saarinen, Knoll

Located in Miami, FL

A beautiful Set of 4 vintage tulip Armchairs designed by Eero Saarinen and produced by Knoll Associates. Each chair features a Tulip Shape cast aluminum swiveling base and a fibergla...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Armchairs

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Aluminum

MR90 Barcelona Armchairs by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll, 1960s
MR90 Barcelona Armchairs by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll, 1960s

MR90 Barcelona Armchairs by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll, 1960s

By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe

Located in Torino, Piemonte

Here a Pair of seating mod. MR90 Barcelona, produced in the 1960s circa produced by Knoll International. The Barcelona chair is designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Lilly Reich ...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Armchairs

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Steel

Early Saarinen Knoll Executive Task or Desk Chair Tilt Swivel Castors Orig Vinyl
Early Saarinen Knoll Executive Task or Desk Chair Tilt Swivel Castors Orig Vinyl

Early Saarinen Knoll Executive Task or Desk Chair Tilt Swivel Castors Orig Vinyl

By Knoll, Eero Saarinen

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...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Armchairs

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Steel

Pair of Mies van der Rohe Tubular Chrome Brno Chairs by Knoll
Pair of Mies van der Rohe Tubular Chrome Brno Chairs by Knoll

Pair of Mies van der Rohe Tubular Chrome Brno Chairs by Knoll

By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll

Located in Hanover, MA

Designed in 1930 for the Tugendhat house in Brno, Czechoslovakia, the Brno chair is in the Pantheon of modern design icons. The cantilevered frame is a single piece of tubular chrome...

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1960s Italian Bauhaus Vintage Knoll Armchairs

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Chrome

4 Executive Armchairs by Charles Pollock for Knoll Black Leather & 4 Prong Base
4 Executive Armchairs by Charles Pollock for Knoll Black Leather & 4 Prong Base

4 Executive Armchairs by Charles Pollock for Knoll Black Leather & 4 Prong Base

By Knoll, Charles Pollock

Located in Topeka, KS

Fabulous MCM (Mid-Century Modern) to Modern Executive armchairs by Charles Pollock for Knoll set of 4. Each chair is comprised of a black leather seat and back with button detail, al...

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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Armchairs

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Aluminum, Stainless Steel, Chrome

2015 Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Dining Arm Chair in Fabric w/ Oak Legs
2015 Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Dining Arm Chair in Fabric w/ Oak Legs

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...

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2010s American Modern Knoll Armchairs

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Steel

Mid Century Dark Brown Leather Wassily Arm Chairs Marcel Breuer for Knoll 1960s
Mid Century Dark Brown Leather Wassily Arm Chairs Marcel Breuer for Knoll 1960s

Mid Century Dark Brown Leather Wassily Arm Chairs Marcel Breuer for Knoll 1960s

By Marcel Breuer, Knoll

Located in Detroit, MI

These vintage mid-century modern brown Wassily arm chairs designed by Marcel Breuer and manufactured by Knoll are circa 1960. This pair features beautifu...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Armchairs

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Steel, Chrome

Midcentury Navy Blue Wool Upholstered Eero Saarinen Knoll Armchairs, Pair
Midcentury Navy Blue Wool Upholstered Eero Saarinen Knoll Armchairs, Pair

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...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Armchairs

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Wool, Wood

Pair of China red lacquered “Diamond” chairs by Harry Bertoia, 1950
Pair of China red lacquered “Diamond” chairs by Harry Bertoia, 1950

Pair of China red lacquered “Diamond” chairs by Harry Bertoia, 1950

By Harry Bertoia, Knoll

Located in Roma, RM

Pair of China red lacquered “Diamond” chairs by Harry Bertoia. Production: Knoll, 1950s Dimensions: 90 W x 70 H x 74 D cm Sold as set of 2.

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1950s Italian Vintage Knoll Armchairs

Materials

Metal

1972 Original Warren Platner for Knoll Orange Easy Chair and Ottoman
1972 Original Warren Platner for Knoll Orange Easy Chair and Ottoman

1972 Original Warren Platner for Knoll Orange Easy Chair and Ottoman

By Knoll, Warren Platner

Located in Chattanooga, TN

This iconic lounge chair and ottoman by Warren Platner for Knoll International represents the peak of sculptural American modernism. Designed in the mid-1960s and still celebrated as...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Armchairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Pair of Vintage Arm Chairs by Knoll
Pair of Vintage Arm Chairs by Knoll

Pair of Vintage Arm Chairs by Knoll

By Knoll

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Discover a pair of timeless elegance with these mid-century armchairs, authentically designed by Rudolf Gätzl for Walter Knoll. Crafted in the 1970s by Rudolf Gätzl, they're freshly ...

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1970s French Modern Vintage Knoll Armchairs

Materials

Chrome

Knoll Postmodern Black Lacquered Ricchio Armchairs, Pair
Knoll Postmodern Black Lacquered Ricchio Armchairs, Pair

Knoll Postmodern Black Lacquered Ricchio Armchairs, Pair

By Knoll

Located in South Bend, IN

An exceptional pair of iconic Postmodern armchairs or dining captain chairs By Joseph and Linda Ricchio for Knoll USA, Circa Early 21st Century (originally designed in 1990) Black...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Armchairs

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Upholstery, Maple, Lacquer

Set of 4 Handkerchief Armchairs by Massimo Vignelli for Knoll
Set of 4 Handkerchief Armchairs by Massimo Vignelli for Knoll

Set of 4 Handkerchief Armchairs by Massimo Vignelli for Knoll

By Massimo Vignelli, Knoll

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Set of 4 handkerchief armchairs by Massimo Vignelli for Knoll. In 1968 Vignelli was contracted by Knoll to re-envision the corporate identity ...

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1980s American International Style Vintage Knoll Armchairs

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Steel, Chrome

Vintage Knoll Eero Saarinen Red Upholstered Fiberglass Tulip Arm Chair
Vintage Knoll Eero Saarinen Red Upholstered Fiberglass Tulip Arm Chair

Vintage Knoll Eero Saarinen Red Upholstered Fiberglass Tulip Arm Chair

By Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage Knoll Eero Saarinen Red Upholstered Fiberglass Tulip Arm Chair. Item features a fiberglass seat, original red upholstery, original labels, quality American craftsmanship. Doe...

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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Knoll Armchairs

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Fabric, Fiberglass

Italian postmodern armchair Diamond by Harry Bertoia for Knoll, 2004
Italian postmodern armchair Diamond by Harry Bertoia for Knoll, 2004

Italian postmodern armchair Diamond by Harry Bertoia for Knoll, 2004

By Knoll, Harry Bertoia

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian postmodern armchair Diamond by Harry Bertoia for Knoll, 2004 Armchair model Diamond, entirely made of chromed metal rod. The seat is composed of a mesh of welded steel wires ...

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Early 2000s Italian Post-Modern Knoll Armchairs

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Steel

Pair of Cesca Armchairs by Marcel Breuer For Gavina Knoll, Italy
Pair of Cesca Armchairs by Marcel Breuer For Gavina Knoll, Italy

Pair of Cesca Armchairs by Marcel Breuer For Gavina Knoll, Italy

By Gavina, Knoll, Marcel Breuer

Located in New York, NY

Pair of Marcel Breuer Cesca Armchairs made in Italy in the 1960s by Knoll Gavina.

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Armchairs

Materials

Chrome

Mid Century MR Black Leather Arm Chairs by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll
Mid Century MR Black Leather Arm Chairs by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll

Mid Century MR Black Leather Arm Chairs by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll

By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe

Located in Detroit, MI

This pair of classic Bauhaus “MR Lounge Chair with Arms” designed by Mies van der Rohe were produced by Knoll circa early 2000s. The model 248LC MR chair is part of the MR Collection...

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Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Armchairs

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Steel, Chrome

Mies Van Der Rohe For Knoll Stainless Steel Brno Chairs Blue Velvet 1977, Pair
Mies Van Der Rohe For Knoll Stainless Steel Brno Chairs Blue Velvet 1977, Pair

Mies Van Der Rohe For Knoll Stainless Steel Brno Chairs Blue Velvet 1977, Pair

By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll

Located in Miami, FL

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Mies van der Rohe flatbar Brno for Knoll in stainless steel with the original navy-blue velvet Fabric. In very good condition marked with label, Knoll Inte...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Armchairs

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Stainless Steel

Pair Saarinen Knoll Executive Chairs Black Leather Tilt Swivel Height Adjustable
Pair Saarinen Knoll Executive Chairs Black Leather Tilt Swivel Height Adjustable

Pair Saarinen Knoll Executive Chairs Black Leather Tilt Swivel Height Adjustable

By Knoll, Eero Saarinen

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Pair of contemporary (less than 10years old) Eero Saarinen Executive armchairs, with rolling swivel bases, Tilt and height adjustment seats, in black Volo leather upholstery. Feat...

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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Armchairs

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Metal

10 Executive Armchairs by Charles Pollock for Knoll Black Leather & 4 Prong Base
10 Executive Armchairs by Charles Pollock for Knoll Black Leather & 4 Prong Base

10 Executive Armchairs by Charles Pollock for Knoll Black Leather & 4 Prong Base

By Knoll, Charles Pollock

Located in Topeka, KS

Incredible MCM (Mid-Century Modern) to Modern Executive armchairs by Charles Pollock for Knoll set of 10. Each chair is comprised of a black leather seat and back with button detail,...

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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Armchairs

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Aluminum, Stainless Steel, Chrome

Set of 8 "Brno" Side Chairs by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe for Knoll
Set of 8 "Brno" Side Chairs by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe for Knoll

Set of 8 "Brno" Side Chairs by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe for Knoll

By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll

Located in Milan, IT

Set of 8 "Brno" Flat Bar Side Chairs by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe for Knoll International. Thick steel frame with no visible connections to the black leather seat. "Designed for his r...

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1970s American Vintage Knoll Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Midcentury Grey Wool Upholstered Eero Saarinen Knoll Armchair, One Chair
Midcentury Grey Wool Upholstered Eero Saarinen Knoll Armchair, One Chair

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...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Armchairs

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Wool, Wood

Set of 4 Handkerchief Armchairs by Massimo Vignelli for Knoll
Set of 4 Handkerchief Armchairs by Massimo Vignelli for Knoll

Set of 4 Handkerchief Armchairs by Massimo Vignelli for Knoll

By Knoll, Massimo Vignelli

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Set of 4 handkerchief armchairs by Massimo Vignelli for Knoll. In 1968 Vignelli was contracted by Knoll to re-envision the corporate identity ...

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1980s American International Style Vintage Knoll Armchairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Pair of Warren Platner "Easy" Lounge Chairs and Ottoman
Pair of Warren Platner "Easy" Lounge Chairs and Ottoman

Pair of Warren Platner "Easy" Lounge Chairs and Ottoman

By Warren Platner, Knoll

Located in North Miami, FL

Luxurious PAIR of model 1705 easy lounge chairs and matching ottoman, designed by Warren Platner for Knoll. Zinc steel wire rods are bent and welded to form a graceful, sculptural si...

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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Armchairs

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Steel

2022 Richard Schultz for Knoll 1966 Collection Lounge Chair w/ Aluminum Frame
2022 Richard Schultz for Knoll 1966 Collection Lounge Chair w/ Aluminum Frame

2022 Richard Schultz for Knoll 1966 Collection Lounge Chair w/ Aluminum Frame

By Knoll, Richard Schultz

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a 1966 Collection Outdoor Lounge Chair, Model 1966-25, originally designed by Richard Schultz for Knoll in 1966. This particular example dates to 2022. The chair is construct...

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2010s American Modern Knoll Armchairs

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Aluminum

Bill Stephens for Knoll Mid Century Modern Bentwood Upholstered Dining Arm Chair
Bill Stephens for Knoll Mid Century Modern Bentwood Upholstered Dining Arm Chair

Bill Stephens for Knoll Mid Century Modern Bentwood Upholstered Dining Arm Chair

By Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage Bill Stephens for Knoll Mid Century Modern Bentwood Upholstered Dining Arm Chair. Circa Mid 20th Century. Measurements: 31" H x 23" W x 24" D x 18" Seat Height x 25.5" Arm He...

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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Knoll Armchairs

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Fabric, Teak

6 Executive Armchairs by Charles Pollock for Knoll Black Leather & 4 Prong Base
6 Executive Armchairs by Charles Pollock for Knoll Black Leather & 4 Prong Base

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...

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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Armchairs

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Aluminum, Stainless Steel, Chrome

8 Executive Armchairs by Charles Pollock for Knoll Black Leather & 4 Prong Base
8 Executive Armchairs by Charles Pollock for Knoll Black Leather & 4 Prong Base

8 Executive Armchairs by Charles Pollock for Knoll Black Leather & 4 Prong Base

By Knoll, Charles Pollock

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...

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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Armchairs

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Aluminum, Stainless Steel, Chrome

Diamond Chairs by Harry Bertoia for Knoll International
Diamond Chairs by Harry Bertoia for Knoll International

Diamond Chairs by Harry Bertoia for Knoll International

By Harry Bertoia, Knoll

Located in Brussels, BE

Diamond chairs by Harry Bertoia for Knoll International, 6 available Sold par piece 1200€.  

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1970s European Vintage Knoll Armchairs

Materials

Chrome

Early Ralph Rapson Rocker with Leather Webbing
Early Ralph Rapson Rocker with Leather Webbing

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...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Armchairs

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Leather, Birch

"Power Play" Chair by Frank Gehry for Knoll
"Power Play" Chair by Frank Gehry for Knoll

"Power Play" Chair by Frank Gehry for Knoll

By Frank Gehry, Knoll

Located in Oud Beijerland, NL

"Power Play" Chair designed by Frank Gehry for Knoll. Beautiful and ingenious design of 'woven' of bended wood. This particular chair is manufact...

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Early 2000s American Post-Modern Knoll Armchairs

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Bentwood

Bauhaus Armchair "Brno" by Mies van der Rohe and Lily Reich, 1980
Bauhaus Armchair "Brno" by Mies van der Rohe and Lily Reich, 1980

Bauhaus Armchair "Brno" by Mies van der Rohe and Lily Reich, 1980

By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll

Located in Beograd, RS

In this listing you will find a refined example of the iconic Brno chair, originally designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe for the Tugendhat House (1930), this piece embodies the puri...

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1980s American Bauhaus Vintage Knoll Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Original Knoll Intenational Eero Saarinen Sessel Womb chair 1980
Original Knoll Intenational Eero Saarinen Sessel Womb chair 1980

Original Knoll Intenational Eero Saarinen Sessel Womb chair 1980

By Knoll, Eero Saarinen

Located in Berlin, DE

Wir bieten einen wunderschönen "Womb Chair" inkl. Ottomane von Knoll International aus den 1980er Jahren zum Verkauf an. Das Modell wurde von Eero Saarinen im Jahr 1948 entworfen und...

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1980s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Armchairs

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Fabric, Fiberglass

2018 Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Dining Arm Chairs in Purple Velvet
2018 Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Dining Arm Chairs in Purple Velvet

2018 Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Dining Arm Chairs in Purple Velvet

By Knoll, Eero Saarinen

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Saarinen Executive Armchair, designed by Eero Saarinen for Knoll International in 1950. This example was produced in the USA in 2018. The chair features upholstered seats i...

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2010s American Modern Knoll Armchairs

Materials

Foam, Wood, Fabric

Eero Saarinen Designed Grasshopper Chair
Eero Saarinen Designed Grasshopper Chair

Eero Saarinen Designed Grasshopper Chair

By Knoll, Eero Saarinen

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This iconic mid-century design was made by Knoll and created by Eero Saarinen. Simple design with a wow factor! Two bentwood slats comprise the entire frame, and come from behind to ...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Knoll Armchairs

Materials

Bentwood

Original Fiberglass Tulip Arm Chair by Eero Saarinen for Knoll 1970s
Original Fiberglass Tulip Arm Chair by Eero Saarinen for Knoll 1970s

Original Fiberglass Tulip Arm Chair by Eero Saarinen for Knoll 1970s

By Knoll, Eero Saarinen

Located in Detroit, MI

This vintage mid century modern Model 150 tulip arm chair designed by Eero Saarinen was manufactured by Knoll circa 1970. This iconic mid century chair features a white lacquered mol...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Armchairs

Materials

Aluminum

Set of 4 Handkerchief Armchairs by Massimo Vignelli for Knoll
Set of 4 Handkerchief Armchairs by Massimo Vignelli for Knoll

Set of 4 Handkerchief Armchairs by Massimo Vignelli for Knoll

By Knoll, Massimo Vignelli

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Set of 4 handkerchief armchairs by Massimo Vignelli for Knoll. In 1968 Vignelli was contracted by Knoll to re-envision the corporate identity ...

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1980s American International Style Vintage Knoll Armchairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Franco Albini for Knoll Model 48 Arm Chair
Franco Albini for Knoll Model 48 Arm Chair

Franco Albini for Knoll Model 48 Arm Chair

By Gio Ponti, Knoll, Franco Albini, Milo Baughman

Located in Chicago, IL

Beautiful No. 48 chair designed by Franco Albini and produced by Knoll. The chair was offered from 1949 until 1967. Blonde wood architectural frame. Upholstery appears to have been...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Knoll Armchairs

Materials

Wood

Pair of White Mid Century Diamond Chairs by Harry Bertoia for Knoll USA, 1950s
Pair of White Mid Century Diamond Chairs by Harry Bertoia for Knoll USA, 1950s

Pair of White Mid Century Diamond Chairs by Harry Bertoia for Knoll USA, 1950s

By Harry Bertoia, Knoll

Located in Stockholm, SE

Rare pair of white mid century diamond chairs in lacquered metal by Harry Bertoia produced by Knoll USA, 1950s. In good vintage condition with the original lacquer. Dimensions: H: ...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Armchairs

Materials

Metal

Mies Van Der Rohe 'Brno' Armchairs by Knoll, White Leather, Chrome
Mies Van Der Rohe 'Brno' Armchairs by Knoll, White Leather, Chrome

Mies Van Der Rohe 'Brno' Armchairs by Knoll, White Leather, Chrome

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).

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Armchairs

Materials

Metal, Chrome

2010s Knoll Saarinen Executive Arm Chair in Orange Fabric 1x Available
2010s Knoll Saarinen Executive Arm Chair in Orange Fabric 1x Available

2010s Knoll Saarinen Executive Arm Chair in Orange Fabric 1x Available

By Eero Saarinen, Knoll

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. This particular example was produced ...

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2010s American Modern Knoll Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Set of Six Mandarin Dining Chairs by Ettore Sottsass for Knoll
Set of Six Mandarin Dining Chairs by Ettore Sottsass for Knoll

Set of Six Mandarin Dining Chairs by Ettore Sottsass for Knoll

By Ettore Sottsass, Knoll

Located in Kansas City, MO

Set of six dining chairs designed by Ettore Sottsass, the founder of the Memphis Group, Milan, Italy. These chairs are in very good completely original condition. Super sturdy constr...

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1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Knoll Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Pair of Saarinen Executive Armchairs  Knoll  Mid-Century Modern
Pair of Saarinen Executive Armchairs  Knoll  Mid-Century Modern

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...

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1960s American Organic Modern Vintage Knoll Armchairs

Materials

Metal

Original Set of 4 'Executive' Armchairs by Eero Saarinen for Knoll, 1960s
Original Set of 4 'Executive' Armchairs by Eero Saarinen for Knoll, 1960s

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...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Armchairs

Materials

Metal

Warren Platner Easy Lounge Chair for Knoll (Old Edition)
Warren Platner Easy Lounge Chair for Knoll (Old Edition)

Warren Platner Easy Lounge Chair for Knoll (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...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Vintage Harry Bertoia for Knoll International Large Chrome Bird Chair
Vintage Harry Bertoia for Knoll International Large Chrome Bird Chair

Vintage Harry Bertoia for Knoll International Large Chrome Bird Chair

By Harry Bertoia, Knoll

Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL

Vintage Harry Bertoia for Knoll International Large Chrome Bird Chair Bird chair in chrome with a purple cushion. The chair has a beautiful and elega...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Armchairs

Materials

Chrome

6x Warren Platner Arm Chairs – Knoll International – Nickel-Plated – Hallingdal
6x Warren Platner Arm Chairs – Knoll International – Nickel-Plated – Hallingdal

6x Warren Platner Arm Chairs – Knoll International – Nickel-Plated – Hallingdal

By Knoll, Warren Platner

Located in Telgte, DE

For sale is a set of 6 original armchairs by renowned designer Warren Platner, produced by Knoll International – an iconic design statement from the mid-20th century. Details: • Man...

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Late 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Knoll Armchairs

Materials

Steel, Nickel

Knoll armchairs for sale on 1stDibs.

Knoll armchairs are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of metal and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Knoll armchairs, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original armchairs by Knoll were created in the mid-century modern style in north america during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider armchairs by Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller, and Dunbar. Prices for Knoll armchairs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $295 and can go as high as $36,450, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $3,450.
Questions About Knoll Armchairs
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A 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, 2022
    Florence 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    How 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 ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    A 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    MillerKnoll 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 ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Florence Knoll produced her furniture designs largely in a factory located in East Greenville, Pennsylvania. As of December 2021, the company she founded, Knoll, Inc., manufactures furniture in the same factory, as well as in Grand Rapids, Michigan; Muskegon, Michigan; Toronto, Canada; and Foligno and Graffignana, Italy. Find a selection of Florence Knoll furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 15, 2024
    The 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 5, 2022
    Knoll 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Florence 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 22, 2022
    Andrew 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, 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, 2022
    To 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 ExpertAugust 26, 2024
    To 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, 2022
    Florence 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, 2022
    You can buy Parker Knoll furniture through an authorized dealer. The manufacturer partners with brick-and-mortar stores all over the world and also works with some online platforms. While you can browse the entire selection of current Parker Knoll designs on their official website, you cannot buy directly from the company online. Shop a collection of Parker Knoll furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Knoll 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 ExpertApril 22, 2024
    Where 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, 2024
    To 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, 2024
    To 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, 2024
    To 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.