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Knoll Desks and Writing Tables

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
Early Franco Albini for Knoll Model '80' Desk
Early Franco Albini for Knoll Model '80' Desk

Early Franco Albini for Knoll Model '80' Desk

$4,400

Early Franco Albini for Knoll Model '80' Desk

By Knoll, Franco Albini

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Franco Albini for Knoll, model 80, glass, lacquered wood, lacquered steel, Italy, 1949 Franco Albini’s model 80 desk combines glass, steel and wood which resu...

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1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Knoll Desks and Writing Tables

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Chrome

Classic Midcentury Walnut and Chrome Florence Knoll Desk Knoll
Classic Midcentury Walnut and Chrome Florence Knoll Desk Knoll

Classic Midcentury Walnut and Chrome Florence Knoll Desk Knoll

$3,800

Classic Midcentury Walnut and Chrome Florence Knoll Desk Knoll

By Knoll, Florence Knoll

Located in Buffalo, NY

Classic midcentury walnut and chrome Florence Knoll desk features richly grained walnut top chromed steel frame, pencil drawer and file drawer. Retains early Knoll label.

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Chrome

Vintage Executive Desk by Knoll, Teak and Metal, Sweden, 1960s Design
Vintage Executive Desk by Knoll, Teak and Metal, Sweden, 1960s Design

Vintage Executive Desk by Knoll, Teak and Metal, Sweden, 1960s Design

$4,608

Vintage Executive Desk by Knoll, Teak and Metal, Sweden, 1960s Design

By Knoll

Located in Lemmer, NL

vintage executive desk desk teak Knoll period 1960s design Knoll International Sweden condition good light signs of use key missing size 75 x 160 x 80 (hxwxd) (desk) size ...

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1960s Swedish Vintage Knoll Desks and Writing Tables

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Metal

Richard Schultz Rosewood and Chrome Dining Table for Knoll
Richard Schultz Rosewood and Chrome Dining Table for Knoll

Richard Schultz Rosewood and Chrome Dining Table for Knoll

$5,500

Richard Schultz Rosewood and Chrome Dining Table for Knoll

By Knoll, Richard Schultz

Located in Raleigh, NC

Richard Schultz dining table for Knoll combining rosewood top with chrome inlay and legs. The rosewood surface displays rich grain patterns and deep brown with red undertones with ...

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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Chrome

Mid Century Desk, Warren Platner for Knoll, Steel, Oak, Chrome, 1970s
Mid Century Desk, Warren Platner for Knoll, Steel, Oak, Chrome, 1970s

Mid Century Desk, Warren Platner for Knoll, Steel, Oak, Chrome, 1970s

$8,700

Mid Century Desk, Warren Platner for Knoll, Steel, Oak, Chrome, 1970s

By Knoll, Warren Platner

Located in Rancho Cucamonga, CA

Mid Century Desk, Warren Platner For Knoll, Steel, Oak, 1970s, Office, Executive Desk, Chrome, Unique Design Vintage from the 1970s Measurements: 22.5" D x 76.5" L x 29" H The top ...

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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Knoll Desks and Writing Tables

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Steel, Chrome

Custom Knoll 9' Executive Credenza Desk in Walnut & Chrome
Custom Knoll 9' Executive Credenza Desk in Walnut & Chrome

Custom Knoll 9' Executive Credenza Desk in Walnut & Chrome

$12,500

Custom Knoll 9' Executive Credenza Desk in Walnut & Chrome

By Knoll

Located in Stamford, CT

Florence Knoll's transformative influence on Mid-Century design is evident in this elegant custom-designed Executive Credenza Desk. As a pioneer in interior design, Knoll founded the...

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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Desks and Writing Tables

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Chrome

Early Vintage Florence Knoll Dining Table or Desk
Early Vintage Florence Knoll Dining Table or Desk

Early Vintage Florence Knoll Dining Table or Desk

$5,500

Early Vintage Florence Knoll Dining Table or Desk

By Florence Knoll, Knoll

Located in Chicago, IL

Early vintage Florence Knoll dining table. Model 301 Literature: Knoll Furniture 1938-1960, Rouland and Rouland, pg 105 Comes with 1 (18") leaf. Measures: 60" wide without le...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood

Table "Urn" by Robert Venturi, Knoll International, USA, 1984
Table "Urn" by Robert Venturi, Knoll International, USA, 1984

Table "Urn" by Robert Venturi, Knoll International, USA, 1984

$40,940

Table "Urn" by Robert Venturi, Knoll International, USA, 1984

By Robert Venturi, Knoll

Located in Berlin, DE

Table "Urn" by Robert Venturi, Knoll International, USA, 1984.´ made of laminate over plywood with chrome-plated steel elements, urn shaped sculptural structure. This rare and spec...

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1980s American Modern Vintage Knoll Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Chrome

Knoll K. Stand Electric Height-Adjustable Rectangle White Table Desk
Knoll K. Stand Electric Height-Adjustable Rectangle White Table Desk

Knoll K. Stand Electric Height-Adjustable Rectangle White Table Desk

$1,300

Knoll K. Stand Electric Height-Adjustable Rectangle White Table Desk

By Knoll

Located in Secaucus, NJ

Elegant K. stand ergonomic height-adjustable table desk/work center by Knoll. An electric adjustable height work table that gracefully moves from the sitting to standing position in ...

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2010s American Modern Knoll Desks and Writing Tables

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Steel

Mid Century Modern Knoll Tulip Dining/Conference Table or Desk in White Marble
Mid Century Modern Knoll Tulip Dining/Conference Table or Desk in White Marble

Mid Century Modern Knoll Tulip Dining/Conference Table or Desk in White Marble

$4,700

Mid Century Modern Knoll Tulip Dining/Conference Table or Desk in White Marble

By Knoll, Eero Saarinen

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A Saarinen for Knoll Tulip Table designed for the work space having a center hole to run computer and telephone wires. It features beautiful calacatta marbl...

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Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Desks and Writing Tables

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Marble, Aluminum

Warren Platner writing desk leather and oak Knoll United States 1970
Warren Platner writing desk leather and oak Knoll United States 1970

Warren Platner writing desk leather and oak Knoll United States 1970

$3,801

Warren Platner writing desk leather and oak Knoll United States 1970

By Warren Platner, Knoll

Located in Etten-Leur, NL

This refined writing desk by Warren Platner for Knoll beautifully balances modernist clarity with luxurious materiality. The rectangular top is clad in smooth black leather, offering...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Desks and Writing Tables

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Metal

Vintage Cini Boeri for Knoll Lunario Cantilevered Table/Desk
Vintage Cini Boeri for Knoll Lunario Cantilevered Table/Desk

Vintage Cini Boeri for Knoll Lunario Cantilevered Table/Desk

$8,000

Vintage Cini Boeri for Knoll Lunario Cantilevered Table/Desk

By Cini Boeri, Knoll

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This elegant Mid-Century Modern desk features a polished stainless steel base with a 1/2 inch thick cantilever glass top. By Cini Boeri for Knoll ...

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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Desks and Writing Tables

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Stainless Steel

Franco Albini for Knoll - Chrome glass and black wood Desk
Franco Albini for Knoll - Chrome glass and black wood Desk

Franco Albini for Knoll - Chrome glass and black wood Desk

$4,094

Franco Albini for Knoll - Chrome glass and black wood Desk

By Knoll, Franco Albini

Located in Brussels, BE

Designed by Franco Albini in 1928, the Albini Desk is an iconic example of early modernist design, known for its clarity, structural balance, and refined material palette. The desk c...

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1920s Italian Modern Vintage Knoll Desks and Writing Tables

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Chrome

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$2,500

H 26.25 in W 38 in D 38 in

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$1,200

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Located in Pasadena, TX

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Large Varnished Wood Executive Desk, in the style of Florence Knoll
Large Varnished Wood Executive Desk, in the style of Florence Knoll

Large Varnished Wood Executive Desk, in the style of Florence Knoll

$7,290

H 30.32 in W 98.23 in D 35.44 in

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Richard Schultz for Knoll 1966 Collection Outdoor Coffee Table
Richard Schultz for Knoll 1966 Collection Outdoor Coffee Table

Richard Schultz for Knoll 1966 Collection Outdoor Coffee Table

$995

H 16 in W 28 in D 28 in

Richard Schultz for Knoll 1966 Collection Outdoor Coffee Table

By Richard Schultz

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A sleek and sophisticated addition to any outdoor space, this 1966 Collection Coffee Table by Richard Schultz embodies timeless modernist design. Originally created for Florence Knol...

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Florence Knoll Walnut & Chrome Oval Dining Conference Table
Florence Knoll Walnut & Chrome Oval Dining Conference Table

Florence Knoll Walnut & Chrome Oval Dining Conference Table

$4,500

H 29.38 in W 78 in D 48 in

Florence Knoll Walnut & Chrome Oval Dining Conference Table

By Florence Knoll

Located in New York, NY

Florence Knoll Walnut & Chrome Oval Dining Conference Table. Excellent vintage condition with age appropriate wear. Walnut top has been professionally refinished. This item is in ...

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Freestanding Desk Made In Teak, Danish Design From 1960s
Freestanding Desk Made In Teak, Danish Design From 1960s

Freestanding Desk Made In Teak, Danish Design From 1960s

$1,748

H 27.96 in W 19.1 in D 16.54 in

Freestanding Desk Made In Teak, Danish Design From 1960s

Located in Lejre, DK

Freestanding desk in teak wood with 3 drawers on each side, as well as a drawer in the middle of Danish design from around the 1960s. Key included. Dimensions in cm: H:72 W:130 D:70...

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Warren Platner for Knoll Coffee Table in Steel and Glass
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$2,450

H 14.57 in Dm 36.03 in

Warren Platner for Knoll Coffee Table in Steel and Glass

By Warren Platner, Knoll

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Warren Platner for Knoll, coffee table, steel, glass, United States, design ca. 1962 This iconic coffee table by Warren Platner is created by welding curved steel rods to circular...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Desks and Writing Tables

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1960s Warren Platner for Knoll 36" Round Coffee Table in Steel and Glass
1960s Warren Platner for Knoll 36" Round Coffee Table in Steel and Glass

1960s Warren Platner for Knoll 36" Round Coffee Table in Steel and Glass

$2,500

H 15 in Dm 36 in

1960s Warren Platner for Knoll 36" Round Coffee Table in Steel and Glass

By Warren Platner, Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Platner Coffee Table, model 3714T, originally designed by Warren Platner for Knoll in 1966. This early example dates to the late 1960s. The design features a nickel-chromed...

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1960s American Modern Vintage Knoll Desks and Writing Tables

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Steel

Desk Made In Teak, Danish Design From 1960s
Desk Made In Teak, Danish Design From 1960s

Desk Made In Teak, Danish Design From 1960s

$994

H 29.53 in W 57.09 in D 29.53 in

Desk Made In Teak, Danish Design From 1960s

Located in Lejre, DK

This desk is a splendid example of Danish design from the 1960s and represents the era with its timeless appearance and functionality. Made of teak wood, the desk exudes a warm and ...

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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Desks and Writing Tables

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Warren Platner Attr. Steel & Glass Dining Table For Knoll
Warren Platner Attr. Steel & Glass Dining Table For Knoll

Warren Platner Attr. Steel & Glass Dining Table For Knoll

$4,400

H 27.5 in Dm 48 in

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By Warren Platner

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Classic Mid Century design by Warren Platner. Black painted steel and glass dining table originally produced by for Knoll with regimented hourglass form covered with a 3/4" thick bev...

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20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Knoll Desks and Writing Tables

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Steel

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Warren Platner for Knoll Executive Desk with Black Leather Top
Warren Platner for Knoll Executive Desk with Black Leather Top

Warren Platner for Knoll Executive Desk with Black Leather Top

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H 28.94 in W 90.16 in D 42.92 in

Warren Platner for Knoll Executive Desk with Black Leather Top

By Warren Platner, Knoll

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Warren Platner for Knoll, desk, leather, steel, oak, United States, 1973 This heavy, sturdy desk is designed by the American modernist Warren Platner. He is most known for his airy ...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Desks and Writing Tables

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Steel

Franco Albini for Knoll Post Modern Desk
Franco Albini for Knoll Post Modern Desk

Franco Albini for Knoll Post Modern Desk

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H 27.56 in W 48.04 in D 26.38 in

Franco Albini for Knoll Post Modern Desk

By Knoll, Franco Albini

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Franco Albini for Knoll, Albini desk 1928, glass, wood and chromed steel, Italy, design from 1949 Franco Albini’s 1928 desk combines glass, ...

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1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Knoll Desks and Writing Tables

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Chrome

Warren Platner Executive Desk with Brown Leather Top
Warren Platner Executive Desk with Brown Leather Top

Warren Platner Executive Desk with Brown Leather Top

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H 29.53 in W 77.56 in D 43.31 in

Warren Platner Executive Desk with Brown Leather Top

By Warren Platner, Knoll

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Warren Platner, leather, steel, executive desk for Knoll, United States, 1973. This heavy, sturdy desk is designed by the American modernist Warren Platner. He is most known for h...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Desks and Writing Tables

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Steel

Vintage Knoll Lunario Chrome And Glass Table Desk By Cini Boeri
Vintage Knoll Lunario Chrome And Glass Table Desk By Cini Boeri

Vintage Knoll Lunario Chrome And Glass Table Desk By Cini Boeri

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H 27.25 in W 59 in D 43 in

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By Cini Boeri, Knoll

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

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Florence Knoll, Executive Partners Desk in Rosewood, Knoll, USA 1960s

Florence Knoll, Executive Partners Desk in Rosewood, Knoll, USA 1960s

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H 28.55 in W 72.05 in D 38 in

Florence Knoll, Executive Partners Desk in Rosewood, Knoll, USA 1960s

By Knoll, Florence Knoll

Located in Wargrave, Berkshire

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Eero Saarinen Pedestal Dining Table/Desk for Knoll International

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H 29.5 in W 96 in D 54 in

Eero Saarinen Pedestal Dining Table/Desk for Knoll International

By Knoll, Eero Saarinen

Located in Los Angeles, CA

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Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Desks and Writing Tables

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Florence Knoll Walnut Executive Desk for Knoll Associates
Florence Knoll Walnut Executive Desk for Knoll Associates

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H 28.75 in W 60 in D 34 in

Florence Knoll Walnut Executive Desk for Knoll Associates

By Florence Knoll, Knoll

Located in North Hollywood, CA

This vintage executive walnut desk, designed by Florence Knoll for Knoll Associates Inc. in the 1950s, is a stunning example of mid-century modern design. Featuring a functional cabi...

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Aluminum

Vintage Florence Knoll Teak and Chromed-Steel Partner's Desk / Executive Desk
Vintage Florence Knoll Teak and Chromed-Steel Partner's Desk / Executive Desk

Vintage Florence Knoll Teak and Chromed-Steel Partner's Desk / Executive Desk

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H 28.5 in W 72 in D 38 in

Vintage Florence Knoll Teak and Chromed-Steel Partner's Desk / Executive Desk

By Florence Knoll, Knoll

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This Executive Table/Partners Desk Model 2485D originally designed by Florence Knoll for Knoll Associates in 1961 (this example was executed in 1980) successfully marries form and fu...

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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Desks and Writing Tables

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Early Vintage Knoll Walnut Wood Multi Use Conference Table Dining Table Desk
Early Vintage Knoll Walnut Wood Multi Use Conference Table Dining Table Desk

Early Vintage Knoll Walnut Wood Multi Use Conference Table Dining Table Desk

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H 28.75 in W 72 in D 36 in

Early Vintage Knoll Walnut Wood Multi Use Conference Table Dining Table Desk

By Knoll

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

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Late 20th Century American Knoll Desks and Writing Tables

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Franco Albini's Mini Desk for Knoll 1970's
Franco Albini's Mini Desk for Knoll 1970's

Franco Albini's Mini Desk for Knoll 1970's

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H 27.56 in W 48.04 in D 25.99 in

Franco Albini's Mini Desk for Knoll 1970's

By Franco Albini, Knoll

Located in Milano, Lombardia

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Knoll Desks and Writing Tables

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Modernist Cini Boeri for Knoll International Dining Table Desk

Modernist Cini Boeri for Knoll International Dining Table Desk

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H 28 in Dm 59 in

Modernist Cini Boeri for Knoll International Dining Table Desk

By Knoll, Cini Boeri

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Fabulous round 59 inch diameter glass top table which sits cantilevered on a stainless steel base. Internally locked on and with 5 heavy duty weights to counter balance the table. St...

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1970s Italian Modern Vintage Knoll Desks and Writing Tables

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Florence Knoll Dining Table Desk
Florence Knoll Dining Table Desk

Florence Knoll Dining Table Desk

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H 28 in W 96 in D 54 in

Florence Knoll Dining Table Desk

By Florence Knoll, Knoll

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Designed by Florence Knoll in the 1960's, this simple dining table has a steel chrome-plated base and gorgeous rosewood table top. It is perfect for dining or alternately as an offic...

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Knoll desks and writing tables for sale on 1stDibs.

Knoll desks and writing tables 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 desks and writing tables, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original desks and writing tables 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 desks and writing tables by George Nelson, Edward Wormley, and Dunbar. Prices for Knoll desks and writing tables can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $2,800 and can go as high as $36,000, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $5,450.

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Questions About Knoll Desks and Writing Tables
  • What is a Knoll Sofa?
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    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.
  • Who is Florence Knoll?
    1 Answer
    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.
  • How do I date Knoll furniture?
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    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.
  • What is a Parker Knoll chair?
    1 Answer
    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.
  • Who owns Knoll furniture?
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    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.
  • Where is Knoll furniture made?
    1 Answer
    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.
  • What is the history of the Knoll sofa?
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    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.
  • Where are Knoll chairs made?
    1 Answer
    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.
  • Where does Florence Knoll live?
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    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.
  • Who is the CEO of Knoll furniture?
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    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.
  • Does Herman Miller own Knoll?
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    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.
  • How do I pronounce Florence Knoll?
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    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.
  • How can you tell if a Knoll chair is real?
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    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.
  • What furniture did Florence Knoll make?
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    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.
  • Where do I buy Parker Knoll furniture?
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    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.
  • When did Knoll start stamping furniture?
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    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.
  • Where are Parker Knoll sofas made?
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    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.
  • How do you tell if a chair is Parker Knoll?
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    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.
  • How can you tell if a chair is Parker Knoll?
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    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.
  • How can I tell if my Knoll table is real?
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    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.

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