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.
1960s Dining Table, Bramin, Vintage
By H.W. Klein, Design Bramin
Located in Neuss, NW
Rare extendable teak dining table from the 1960s by H.W. Klein for Bramin. Solid frame and veneered table top with solid wood edge. The extension leaf can be stowed under the table t...
Wood, Teak
Knoll International Dining Table in Walnut
By Knoll
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This unique Mid-Century Modern dining table by Knoll International features a vintage walnut finish, and a spacious tabletop perfect for large meals and hosting. Please confirm item ...
Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Dining Table attributed to Bengt Ruda
By Bengt Ruda
Located in Atlanta, GA
Swedish Mid-Century Modern dining table made of Golden Oak. A modern table with clean lines and a natural finish, it's the perfect relaxed backdrop for your next meal. The dining tab...
Oak
$2,240Sale Price|20% Off
H 25 in W 56 in D 38 in
Mid Century Dining Table by Lane Furniture att. to McCobb
By Paul McCobb, Lane Furniture
Located in New York, NY
Elegant Mid Century extension dining table made by Lane Furniture, design attributed to Paul McCobb. The table features a sculptural shaped top with two tone exotic wood veneer. The ...
Wood
$5,400
H 29.25 in W 65.5 in D 41.25 in
Mid-Century Modern Dining Table by Paul Laszlo for Brown Saltman
By Paul Laszlo, Brown Saltman
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This exceptional vintage dining table represents California Modern Design, masterfully crafted by architect and furniture designer Paul Laszlo for Brown Saltman. The piece showcases ...
Oak
Mid Century Extension Dining Table by Jens Risom
By Jens Risom
Located in New York, NY
Rare mid century extension dining table with three leaves. The table features four tapering legs with architectural and stylized stretchers which radiate down from the center. The ...
Walnut
$39,000
H 0.4 in Dm 0.4 in
Mid-Century Modern expandable Dining Table by Carlo Hauner & Martin Eisler, 1950
By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, Carlo Hauner, Martin Eisler
Located in New York, NY
This expandable dining table is a remarkable example of the inventive spirit that defined the work of Forma Móveis e Objetos de Arte S.A. In the 1950s, as Brazilian cities expanded a...
Wood
$2,320Sale Price|20% Off
H 28.5 in W 101 in D 39.5 in
Arne Vodder George Tanier Siebart Mobler Extendable Dining Table
By George Tanier, Arne Vodder
Located in Pasadena, TX
Arne Vodder for George Tanier Siebart Mobler extendable dining table. Early production teak Arne Vodder dining table, manufactured by SI...
Teak
Mid Century Dining Table after Risom c 1950/1960's
By Jens Risom, Paul McCobb
Located in New York, NY
Classic Mid Century boat shaped dining table, design reminiscent of Jens Risom, Paul McCobb etc, unsigned. The table is in very good, original, clean and ready to use condition, show...
Walnut
Dining Table by Franco Albini
By Franco Albini
Located in Shibuya-ku, 13
Italian architect and designer FRANCO ALBINI's spherical ottomans made of wicker and bamboo are his signature products, and many of you have probably seen them before. His use of org...
Wood, Teak
Mid-Century Danish Expanding Dining Table
By J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik, Dyrlund, Niels Otto Møller
Located in Raleigh, NC
Sleek mid-century dining table with two expanding leaves. Made from teak wood, Denmark. Slim and long with excellent wood grain throughout the tabletop. Both leaves store underneath...
Wood, Teak
Mid-Century Coffee Table by Paul McCobb for Planner Group
By Paul McCobb, Planner Group
Located in Raleigh, NC
Mid-century minimalistic coffee table designed by Paul McCobb for Planner Group, USA. This low-profile coffee table is made from beautifully crafted solid maple wood. Flared long leg...
Wood, Maple
Large Mid-Century Expanding Dining Table by Glostrup Møbelfabrik
By Glostrup Møbelfabrik
Located in Raleigh, NC
Large mid-century dining table manufactured by Glostrup Møbelfabrik, Denmark. This large scale table is built with incredible craftsmanship and solid teak. Excellent woodgrain throug...
Wood, Teak
Mid-Century Coffee Table by Folke Ohlsson for Dux
By Dux of Sweden, Folke Ohlsson
Located in Raleigh, NC
Mid-century coffee table designed by Folke Ohlsson for Dux, Sweden. This piece features a square teak wooden top with warm and vibrant wood grain. Sitting atop four wooden tapered le...
Brass
Mid-Century Executive Desk by Arne Wahl Iversen
By Arne Wahl Iversen, Vinde Møbelfabrik
Located in Raleigh, NC
Mid-century executive desk designed by Arne Wahl Iversen and manufactured by Vinde Møbelfabrik. Made in Denmark circa 1960s. This desk is substantial in size with the ability to floa...
Wood, Teak
Mid-Century Surfboard Coffee Table by Moreddi
By Moreddi 1
Located in Raleigh, NC
Mid-century surfboard coffee table. Made from teak wood and designed by Moreddi, Denmark. The tabletop is long and oval in shape. Displaying fantastic wood tone throughout the top an...
Wood, Teak
